Litigation Associate (3–8 Years) | Moses Law Firm

About the Firm

Moses, Farmer, Glenn, Gutierrez & Werntz, P.C. (The Moses Law Firm) is an AV Preeminent® firm that has served New Mexico businesses and individuals for over 70 years. We combine a sophisticated civil litigation practice with a firm culture that values work-life balance, true mentorship, and long-term professional investment.

Why Join Us?

• Pathway to Becoming a Shareholder: Our goal is to develop Shareholders, not Senior Associates. If you want to own your own time and become a small business owner, this is the place to begin that journey.
• High-Impact Matters: Direct involvement in complex civil litigation (including tort or insurance defense), employment disputes (employer), commercial litigation (banking and real estate), and business planning.
• Collegial Environment: A collaborative, team-first culture where initiative is recognized and rewarded.
• Work-Life Balance & Flexibility: We offer a flexible billable-hour requirement (1400-1700) and a supportive hybrid work policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation files from intake through resolution or trial.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery requests, and appellate briefs.
• Conduct and defend depositions, represent clients in hearings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Communicate directly with commercial clients, business owners, and individuals.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in New Mexico (or eligible for immediate admission).
• 3 to 8 years of civil litigation experience (courtroom experience and deposition handling preferred).
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills with a proactive mindset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $110,000 – $170,000 per year (Commensurate with experience, and with fixed quarterly payments based on meeting billable hour requirements)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:

- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- 401(k) with Firm Matching

- Life Insurance

- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

- Paid Professional Development & CLE Assistance

- State Bar dues and license fees covered

Work Location: In-person at our Albuquerque office, with hybrid work options available after onboarding.