Sandoval County Lawyers

Barry G. Porter is a founding partner of the Albuquerque law firm, Burgess & Porter Law, LLC. Mr. Porter has over 22 years of experience as a criminal defense litigator. Mr. Porter has served as lead counsel for over 90 full jury trials and over 400 substantive motions. His success rate at trial is over 85 percent. From 2004 to 2010 Mr. Porter was a supervising attorney at the New Mexico Public Defender Department. From 2010 to 2014, Mr. Porter was the Training Director for the Department and responsible for the criminal defense and trial...

For almost thirty years, John Samore has emphasized professional competence and personal service. After ten years in a general law, Mr. Samore focused his practice almost entirely on two challenging areas: families in crisis and defending persons accused of criminal conduct. Mr. Samore acquired his appreciation for the law from his father, Edward, who practiced 57 years. Both gentlemen graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law. Admitted to practice in New Mexico in 1989, John Samore has effectively represented almost 1000 accused of criminal conduct and...

Shane graduated in the top 10% of his law school class and received many distinguished awards including membership in the prestigious Order of the Coif. Prior to graduation, Shane was a legal assistant and paralegal at multiple law firms with over 10 years of experience working in litigation and appellate work, including U.S. Supreme Court Cases. After graduation, Shane worked for the prestigious insurance defense and trial firm of O'Brien & Padilla, P.C. There he learned the ins and outs of insurance defense and how insurance companies financially evaluate cases. After a few years, Shane joined his law school classmate,...

Welcome to Martone Law Firm, where we stand as your dedicated ally in securing your future, safeguarding your family, and preserving your wealth. Our commitment is to deliver comprehensive legal services tailored to ensure peace of mind and security for you and your loved ones. Recognizing the paramount importance of future planning, we specialize in estate planning at Martone Law Firm. Our tailored solutions are designed to protect your assets and empower you to leave a lasting legacy. We firmly believe that every individual and family deserves the chance to secure their future and pass on their wealth in the most...

Mr. White is a bankruptcy attorney and commercial litigator, and primarily focuses on bankruptcy litigation, including secured lender representation, trustee representation, fraudulent transfer and preference litigation, stay relief, and contested matters such as claims objections. Mr. White also has experience in commercial real estate matters, including commercial foreclosures and commercial landlord/tenant disputes. Mr. White is Co-Chair of the Young and New Members Committee of the American Bankruptcy Institute, and Chair-Elect of the board of the Bankruptcy Law Section of the State Bar of New Mexico. Occasionally, he provides pro bono legal assistance to select clients via the New Mexico...

Nicole Moss has been practicing law in New Mexico since 2005 and is an aggressive and successful trial attorney. She regularly takes cases to trial in both Federal and State court and wins. Ms. Moss started her career as a prosecutor in the Second Judicial District Attorney's Office where she handled cases ranging from Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DWI) to Child Abuse Resulting in Death to First Degree Murder. In 2010 she was named Legal Impact Prosecutor of the Year by the State of New Mexico Bar Association Prosecutor's Division for her work in child abuse prosecution. During her...

Board Certified Trial Lawyer, James H. Wood, represents individuals, families, and children who have been the victims of the negligence or wrongdoing of others. His firm represents clients in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and throughout New Mexico. The firm does not represent corporations, insurance companies, or governmental entities. Attorney Wood's practice areas include medical malpractice, hospital negligence, nursing home abuse, slip-and-fall accidents, and truck, motorcycle, and car wrecks. He offers a free initial consultation, home and hospital visits, and contingent fee agreements. If you or a loved one has been injured, don't put off receiving the compensation you deserve....

I am an experienced personal injury lawyer committed to recovering the maximum compensation for your injuries. Call today for a free consultation.

Olsi Vrapi is the managing partner of the firm and is based in the Albuquerque office. Mr. Vrapi represents individuals, families, and businesses in family and business visa petitions, green card applications, naturalization and citizenship, removal of conditions and green card renewals, H-1B visas, PERM applications, J-1 Conrad Physician Waivers, and other immigration matters. He also takes the government to federal court over delays and improper decisions. Mr. Vrapi is an Adjunct Professor at the University of New Mexico School of Law. Mr. Vrapi is fluent in Spanish, Albanian, proficient in Italian, and has passable knowledge of French.

Mr. Vrapi graduated...

Jessica Eaves Mathews, founder of Leverage Legal Group®, is passionate about providing exceptional, flat-fee trademark registration services to clients in all 50 states. She has been doing trademark legal work for clients since 2008, and has been a business lawyer for over 28 years. She is licensed in Washington and New Mexico, and is admitted in front of the United States Patent and Trademark Office for her trademark work for clients nationwide and around the world. Jessica represents businesses and business owners, from solopreneurs, to mom and pop stores & restaurants, to professional service-providers, to Fortune 500 companies and some of...

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Practice Areas: Divorce, Custody & Family Law; Aggressive Criminal Defense; Business Disputes & Civil Lawsuits; Serious Personal Injury & Wrongful Death; Medical Malpractice

After several years of representing large Fortune 500 companies, making the switch to representing everyday people was a significant leap into the unknown that Ben was unsure he could make. A higher power, however, forced Ben to make a decision in late October, 2009: In early October, 2009, Ben learned that he and his wife were pregnant with their first child. Two weeks later, Ben was driving from Albuquerque to Farmington for a hearing. As he past Cuba, New Mexico on 550, the sunny skies turned to dark clouds. The dark clouds traded their grey lining for...

Tamara Couture is the Senior Attorney at Couture Law. She has a Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law and a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of New Mexico. She matriculated into Occidental College for her Bachelor’s degree and received her Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Psychology and Professional Writing from the University of New Mexico, magna cum laude.

Tamara is a highly trained and experienced mediator. She is a recipient of the Judge Oliver Seth Award for Excellence in Alternative Dispute Resolution. Before becoming an attorney, her professional career...

Carolina Martin Ramos believes in una justicia digna. This means that she believes in treating her clients with the dignity & respect they deserve. Carolina is recognized as a fierce & compassionate advocate. She has a big heart & fights hard for her clients. Carolina Martin Ramos founded Justicia Digna, LLC in 2012 after working as an attorney in government and private law firms. She has managed the work of attorneys and staff in numerous immigration and criminal law cases over the years. Ms. Ramos has helped many families change their lives significantly by attaining immigration benefits through programs like:...

In need of an Albuquerque immigration attorney? Mary Ann Romero of Mary Ann Romero & Associates may be able to help. Ms. Romero has more than 14 years of legal experience. She provides services for those trying to obtain green cards, visas, asylum, or citizenship, as well as those who are in need of deportation defense. In 2006, the State Bar of New Mexico named Ms. Romero as one of their Most Distinguished Members, and Imagen Magazine selected her as one of the Top 100 Latinas in New Mexico. Attorney Romero is a graduate of the University Of New Mexico...

Larry is a seasoned high-tech business executive and 20-year attorney, with a focus in contracts, negotiations, business transactions, intellectual property and Internet law. He has over 20 years of business development and IT consulting experience. His former clients (as a consultant) ranged from small startups to the Fortune 50, including GE Capital, Bank One, IBM and Amadeus.

Lisa Torraco is a skilled trial attorney, practicing primarily criminal law and child abuse and neglect. She is highly respected and a zealous fighter for her cause. Recognized by her peers as the highest in ethical standards; Ms. Torraco is one of the prominent attorneys in the Albuquerque Metropolitan area. She has been lead attorney in over one hundred trials, having practiced in state and federal courts.

Ms. Torraco defends the innocent and seeks second chances for the guilty. "There is no higher calling than to represent an innocent person."

Mr. Bhasker exclusively represents plaintiffs for civil claims in New Mexico state and federal courts.

Since graduating from law school in 2009, Mark has been advocating for the underprivileged and disenfranchised as an attorney. He has practiced in Washington State, California, and Utah. He has represented more than 15,000 clients across the country and the globe. As a fluent Spanish speaker, Mark is a passionate advocate for immigrants and their rights. As an active member of the Utah State Bar Association, Mark is eligible to practice immigration law in any jurisdiction and continues to represent clients across the globe.

Rachel Berenson founded Berenson & Associates in Albuquerque in order to provide more personalized and high-quality representation to clients. As an experienced attorney, she has been practicing law for over 15 years, tackling complex cases involving personal injury accidents, employee harassment, and advocating for victims of sexual abuse. She is also certified in auto accident reconstruction, a unique skill that allows her to accurately investigate and assess injury claims. Ms. Berenson is dedicated to providing honest, effective, and effective counsel. She is fluent in Spanish and Bahasa Indonesian.

Karlos Ulibarri, an attorney and counselor at law based in Albuquerque, brings valuable experience in criminal law, personal injury, and trial proceedings. As a former criminal defense attorney with the Public Defender's Office for the State of New Mexico, he has a deep understanding of the criminal justice system and the evidence the state needs to build a case. Karlos is available day and night to answer questions about criminal charges of all types in the greater Albuquerque area. He is also equipped to address inquiries concerning personal injuries, auto accidents, and other related concerns.

Marshall Ray is an award-winning attorney who has experience in a variety of criminal and civil litigation matters. He represents the accused in state and federal court. His civil experience includes labor and employment, construction, business litigation, civil rights, and appeals. Marshall has extensive experience in government relations, and he advises and consults with private and governmental organizations regarding their employee policies and practices. Additionally, he has conducted large-scale internal investigations. In 2014 he was named New Mexico’s Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year by the State Bar of New Mexico. In 2015, he...

A born fighter, Robert was a collegiate wrestler in Michigan before moving to New Mexico to focus on academics. He found Aragon Moss George Jenkins, LLP (formally Moss George, LLP) because he wanted to pursue the academic practice of law in representing his client. His tax law background in major markets with one of the largest accounting firms in the United States allows him to provide clients with a novel perspective. Robert provides legal analysis on AMGJ Law's complex cases for all practice areas, but he heavily focuses on business litigation, contract law, entity formation, and civil litigation.

Heather K. Hansen began working on behalf of injured New Mexicans in 2003. She has handled hundreds of personal injury claims, ranging from fender benders to wrongful deaths, and she has helped her clients recover millions of dollars. Heather prides herself on her close personal relationships with her clients. She is known for her compassion and for going the extra mile to ensure that her clients are treated fairly.

Thell Thomas is a New Mexico personal injury lawyer you can count on. He and his team will aggressively pursue personal injury claims on your behalf. He will quickly investigate your accident, hire the experts necessary to analyze and prove your case at trial, or position your personal injury case for the best possible settlement.
When you are injured, choosing your lawyer may be the most important decision you make. When someone else is negligent and they injure you in a car crash, that person basically owes you a debt. The person that injured you has a responsibility to...

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NM Workers' Compensation Attorneys LLC is a workers' compensation law firm serving all of New Mexico that is committed to representing people injured or hurt on the job. It takes only a few seconds for a work accident to happen, but it can take months or even years for the person injured in the work accident to recover from the physical and emotional harm suffered. NM Workers' Compensation Attorneys LLC fights for you. In 2006, Scott was admitted to practice law before all courts of the State of New Mexico and has been engaged in the practice...

Phoenix personal injury lawyer Triumph Curiel was born and raised in Arizona and is dedicated to fighting for its citizens today. Triumph spent summers when he was a child working as a migrant farm worker along with his thirteen siblings. He went on to double-major in Spanish and microbiology at Arizona State University before earning his master’s degree in healthcare administration from the University of Phoenix in 2006. But eventually, the legal field won Triumph over and he earned his Juris Doctor from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 2010. Triumph immediately began fighting on behalf...

Leslie D. Maxwell was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico and practices primarily in bankruptcy and commercial law at Walker & Associates, P.C. She received her B.A. in Anthropology from Emory University in 2003 and her Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2006. At UNM, she was a judicial extern for the Hon. James S. Starzynski, former Bankruptcy Judge for the District of New Mexico. Except for a brief stint in insurance defense litigation, Ms. Maxwell has practiced primarily in bankruptcy law since 2006. Ms. Maxwell is a member...

Representing victims of intentional, reckless and negligent crimes and other wrongdoing, Bert Parnall and his team of experienced trial lawyers have helped thousands of victims of injury caused by violence to obtain proper compensation for damages suffered, focusing on helping clients achieve vindication and validation through their “day in court.” Mr. Parnall has dedicated himself to standing up for, and standing with, those victimized by violent criminals. Parnall Law’s team of attorneys and support staff uses intelligent, compassionate and determined advocacy to effectively maximize reimbursement of the value of each client’s harm, and the wrong that caused it – whether...

When Domestic Violence Resource Center lost funding for its legal department, I was determined to build a private practice that would continue to serve victims of domestic violence and cater to clients of modest means - and that's what I've done. I am a family law attorney, with areas of speciality in domestic violence and Indian law and jurisdiction.

I am a partner with Findlay, & Dziak, LLC (BFD Lawyers). We are a general practice law firm that offers a variety of legal services. With an office in Albuquerque, we can help clients with issues ranging from bankruptcy, business law, contract drafting & review, criminal defense, divorce, DWI defense, estate planning, family law, personal injury, probate, real estate, taxes, and more.

Jason Bowles has practiced law for over 20 years as a federal prosecutor and private practitioner. He has handled some of the most high profile and significant criminal and civil litigation cases in New Mexico in the past decade. He specializes in trials and litigation in primarily plaintiffs wrongful death, catastrophic and personal injury, and federal and state criminal defense.

I am an attorney focusing on personal injury and consumer protection. I proudly serve the people of New Mexico. Cases I handle are: car collisions, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, insurance disputes, medical malpractice, slip and falls, car dealership fraud, business fraud, unfair and deceptive practice claims, and improper debt collections. Call Today for a free consultation!

Sean Ramirez is the managing attorney of Excelsior Law of New Mexico and has over 12 years of experience practicing. During that time, he has established a reputation as a passionate, aggressive, dependable, and dedicated Family Law Attorney As one of the premier Family Law attorneys in New Mexico, he has been successfully helping hundreds of clients with their collaborative and contested divorce, custody, child support, guardianship, spousal support, and adoption cases. Our mission at Excelsior Law of New Mexico is to provide expert and experienced legal help at a reasonable price. Our success is measured by the results we get...

Erlinda Ocampo Johnson is an experienced and astute litigator. She began her career as an Assistant District Attorney with the District Attorney’s Office in Albuquerque prosecuting crimes ranging from DUI’s, assault, battery, drug offenses, to violent crimes of sexual assault and murder. After over five years as a trained and experienced Assistant District Attorney in Albuquerque, Erlinda Ocampo Johnson became a Federal Prosecutor at the United States Attorney’s Office in Albuquerque. At the United States Attorney’s Office, Erlinda Ocampo Johnson prosecuted a vast array of complex drug cases involving Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force cases, Criminal...

Education:
B.A. University of Notre Dame, 1967
J.D. University of New Mexico, 1970

Admitted:
State of New Mexico, 1970
State of Colorado, 1986
U.S. District Court, New Mexico 1970
10th Circuit Court of Appeals, 1981

AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Recognized specialist, Business Bankruptcy Law, by New Mexico Board of Legal Specialization
U.S. News Best Lawyers, 2014
Southwest Superlawyers, 2016
Member, Bankruptcy Section of New Mexico State Bar

Parrish concentrates his practice in personal injury and wrongful death claims. Most of his cases involve medical malpractice, auto accidents and premises liability (slip and fall) claims. Parrish founded the Albuquerque based law firm of Collins & Collins, P.C. in 2001 as Parrish Collins, Attorney at Law. He was able to convince his wife and now law partner, Alysan Boothe Collins, to join the firm in 2003. The firm has greatly expanded its personal injury practice since that time. Parrish's background includes criminal and DWI defense as well as divorce and family law....