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Robert Half

2+ Year Associate Litigation Attorney

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What they do

A Litigation Lawyer, also known as a litigator or trial lawyer, represent plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits. They manage all phases of the litigation from the investigation, pleadings, and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal processes.

$147,012 / year median in New Mexico

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

We are looking for an Associate Litigation Attorney with at least two years of experience to join a growing legal team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This position is suited to a lawyer who is confident managing civil litigation tasks, preparing persuasive written advocacy, and contributing to case strategy in a collaborative office setting. The role begins on-site and is expected to transition into a hybrid schedule after the initial onboarding period. Candidates should be ready to support an active caseload and start as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
  • Handle a range of civil litigation matters from early case assessment through ongoing dispute resolution activities.
  • Prepare, revise, and file motions, briefs, and other court submissions with strong attention to legal analysis and procedural requirements.
  • Manage written discovery, document review, and responses while helping develop effective case strategies.
  • Conduct legal research to support litigation arguments, court filings, and client recommendations.
  • Work closely with colleagues on case planning, deadlines, and overall workload needs tied to an active practice.
  • Participate in remote initial interviews and attend a later in-person interview as part of the hiring process.
  • Begin the position working in the office and transition to a hybrid work arrangement after the initial period, based on team needs and circumstances.