Atty. James C. Compton

Atty. James C. Compton

James C. Compton is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law, employee benefits law.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 57 J. Erfahrung 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James C. Compton at a glance

James C. Compton is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at The Business Law Firm, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1969) and U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1969). Educated at University of Texas (LL.B., 1968) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • James C. Compton is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law, employee benefits law
  • James C. received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James C. practices at The Business Law Firm, P.C. in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Compton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James C. Compton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James C. Compton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Mexico →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James C. Compton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Mexico →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James C. Compton is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Mexico →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Albuquerque are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James C. Compton

Where is James C. Compton's law office located?
James C. Compton's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is The Business Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Compton handle?
James C. Compton focuses on employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James C. Compton practiced law?
James C. Compton has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James C. Compton go to law school?
James C. Compton earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact James C. Compton for a consultation?
You can contact James C. Compton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James C. Compton received?
James C. Compton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Texas
- 1968
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1969

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