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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle a range of civil litigation matters from early case assessment through ongoing dispute resolution activities.<br>• Prepare, revise, and file motions, briefs, and other court submissions with strong attention to legal analysis and procedural requirements.<br>• Manage written discovery, document review, and responses while helping develop effective case strategies.<br>• Conduct legal research to support litigation arguments, court filings, and client recommendations.<br>• Work closely with colleagues on case planning, deadlines, and overall workload needs tied to an active practice.<br>• Participate in remote initial interviews and attend a later in-person interview as part of the hiring process.<br>• Begin the position working in the office and transition to a hybrid work arrangement after the initial period, based on team needs and circumstances.