Conklin, Woodcock, Ziegler & Hazlett, P.C. is an Albuquerque civil defense firm serving businesses, insurers, professionals, nonprofit organizations, and government entities across New Mexico. Founded in 2005, the firm handles complex matters involving civil rights, commercial disputes, construction, employment, labor, insurance, medical malpractice, professional liability, and tort claims. Its attorneys provide strategic guidance designed to protect clients’ operations, reputations, and financial interests.
Conklin, Woodcock, Ziegler & Hazlett, P.C. represents public entities and individual officers in claims arising under federal and state civil rights laws. The firm defends municipalities, counties, state agencies, and government-created organizations in matters involving constitutional claims, employment disputes, contracts, whistleblower allegations, and the New Mexico Tort Claims Act. Its lawyers manage cases from early evaluation and discovery through mediation, trial, and appeal.
Conklin, Woodcock, Ziegler & Hazlett, P.C. advises companies on commercial conflicts, employment compliance, construction disputes, insurance coverage, and professional liability. The firm represents utilities, healthcare organizations, contractors, retailers, gaming businesses, insurers, and nonprofit groups. Its experience includes contract claims, non-compete disputes, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, medical negligence, director and officer liability, personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death litigation.
Conklin, Woodcock, Ziegler & Hazlett, P.C. brings more than 85 years of combined attorney experience to demanding civil defense matters. The firm holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and its attorneys have received recognition from Chambers USA and Best Lawyers in America. Practical strategy, cost-conscious service, direct communication, and careful preparation guide the firm’s work. These strengths help clients manage legal exposure, resolve disputes, and maintain long-term organizational stability.
