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
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Salary Range: $110,000 – $170,000 per year (Commensurate with experience, and with fixed quarterly payments based on meeting billable hour requirements)
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Comprehensive Benefits Package:
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Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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401(k) with Firm Matching
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Life Insurance
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Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Paid Professional Development & CLE Assistance
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State Bar dues and license fees covered
Work Location: In-person at our Albuquerque office, with hybrid work options available after onboarding.
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