Atkinson, Baker and Rodriguez, P.C. – Albuquerque, NM

High-Stakes Litigation Powerhouse

Atkinson, Baker and Rodriguez, P.C. is a preeminent litigation firm located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, widely recognized for handling the state’s most complex and significant legal disputes. Founded in 1992, the firm was established with a singular mission: to provide the resources and sophistication of a large national firm with the personal attention and agility of a boutique practice. The firm’s attorneys, including founding partner Cliff Atkinson and shareholder Justin Rodriguez, are seasoned trial lawyers who have secured major verdicts and settlements in state and federal courts. Located in the 201 Third Street building, they serve as the go-to counsel for businesses and individuals facing ‘bet-the-company’ litigation.

Complex Commercial Expertise

The firm’s practice is exclusively focused on litigation, with a depth of experience in specialized areas:

• Commercial Litigation: resolving intricate business disputes, including breach of contract, shareholder issues, and antitrust matters.
• Natural Resources: Representing energy companies in oil, gas, and water litigation, a critical sector in the New Mexico economy.
• Insurance Coverage: Advocating for policyholders and carriers in high-value coverage disputes and bad faith claims.
• Product Liability: defending manufacturers and distributors in mass tort and defect claims.
• Appellate Practice: preserving trial victories and overturning errors in the New Mexico Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.

A Reputation for Excellence

Atkinson, Baker and Rodriguez, P.C. consistently earns top-tier rankings from peer-review organizations like Best Lawyers and Chambers USA. Their success is built on meticulous preparation and an aggressive, strategic approach to trial. They are known for taking on difficult cases that other firms might shy away from, using their deep knowledge of procedural and substantive law to gain an advantage. For clients who cannot afford to lose, this firm offers a level of advocacy that is respected by judges and feared by opponents throughout the Southwest.