2+ Year Associate Litigation Attorney

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. • At least 2 years of experience practicing as an attorney, with a focus on civil litigation.• Active license to practice law in good standing in New Mexico.• Demonstrated ability to draft motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.• Experience handling discovery processes, including drafting requests and preparing responses.• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.• Willingness to work on-site in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the start of employment, with flexibility for a hybrid schedule thereafter. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.