University Counsel Legal Services

The University of New Mexico is seeking qualified attorneys to provide legal services on behalf of the University. The services include general law and litigation, intellectual property and broadcast, regulatory public utility, research and research compliance, labor law, employment and civil rights, health law, real estate legal services, higher education, public law, federal and state, and tax matters. The contract will be for a period of four years, with renewal options. The University expects outside counsel to comply with all applicable Rules of Professional Conduct and University policies governing conflicts. • The University is looking for attorneys with experience in providing legal services, including representation in selected matters. • The contract will require outside counsel to provide monthly status reports, narrative litigation risk analysis, and root cause analysis. • The University has established guidelines for outside counsel, including billing guidelines and expectations. • Outside counsel must prioritize and safeguard the privacy of students, faculty, and staff, and handle sensitive, confidential, or regulated data in compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws.