Litigation Associate 3-8 Years

BCG Attorney Search; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

401(k) with Firm Matching

Life Insurance

Generous PTO

Paid Professional Development & CLE

State Bar dues & license fees covered

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Litigation Associate in Albuquerque, NM with 3 to 8 years of civil litigation experience. You will manage files from intake through trial, draft pleadings and motions, and conduct depositions while consulting with clients and adversaries.

The role offers growth toward ownership, requires a New Mexico license (or immediate eligibility), and emphasizes strong research, writing, and analytical capabilities in a proactive practice.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Proactive mindset

Education

J.D.

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with 3 to 8 years of experience to join their team in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves managing civil litigation files and engaging in complex legal matters, offering a pathway to professional growth and ownership.

Duties

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in New Mexico.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proactive mindset.

Benefits

• 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.