Contract Counsel for Luna and Hidalgo Counties

The State of New Mexico is seeking a contract counsel to provide legal services in Luna and Hidalgo Counties. The contractor will represent indigent clients on behalf of the Law Offices of the Public Defender. The contract term is from March 15, 2026, to October 31, 2026. The contractor must have experience in criminal law, including felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile cases, and must be able to meet the performance standards for criminal defense representation. • The contractor must have the ability to meet with clients in a confidential setting and form an appropriate attorney-client relationship. • The contractor must have good office organizational skills and a calendaring/docketing system. • The contractor must have the ability to zealously advocate for clients and possess knowledge of relevant law, courts, and rules. • The contractor must provide a list of criminal defense trainings attended and the number of CLEs obtained in 2024 and 2025. • The contractor must disclose all complaints received by the LOPD and the Disciplinary Board within the last ten years.