Atty. Andrew J. Simons
Andrew J. Simons began his legal career as a law clerk for Judge William W.
Litigation - Bankruptcy Attorney · Serving Albuquerque, NM · 34+ Years Experience
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About Andrew J. Simons at a Glance
Andrew J. Simons is a bankruptcy attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Sutin, Thayer & Browne APC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico (1992). Educated at The University of Texas (B.A., 1988) and University of New Mexico (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Serves clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Andrew J. Simons
- Andrew J. Simons began his legal career as a law clerk for Judge William W. Bivins of the New Mexico Court of Appeals from 1992 to 1993
- He then joined Sutin, Thayer & Browne APC, where he continues to practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- His work focuses on Litigation – Bankruptcy, with an emphasis on commercial litigation, creditors’ rights, consumer law, and real estate matters
- Mr. Simons has represented clients in a wide range of state and federal litigation, including: (1) representing creditors in complex commercial real estate foreclosure actions and loan workouts involving debt amounts ranging from approximately $750,000 to more than $150 million, and properties ranging from less than one acre to approximately 55,000 acres, including the defense of lender-liability counterclaims
- (2) defending lenders against consumer claims alleging fraud, product defects, and unfair or deceptive practices arising from real estate and vehicle transactions
- (3) representing lenders in commercial collateral recovery matters, including actions involving vehicle and parts inventories of automobile dealers and the recovery of equipment and other personal property securing capital and operating loans, as well as defending lender-liability counterclaims in those actions
- (4) representing professionals and businesses, including accountants, construction contractors, and real estate appraisers, in commercial tort and breach-of-contract disputes
- (5) prosecuting and defending statewide consumer class actions
- and (6) defending title companies in matters involving tort, breach-of-contract, and unfair-practices claims
- Through his litigation practice, Mr. Simons regularly assists financial institutions, businesses, and professionals in navigating disputes involving bankruptcy-related issues, creditors’ rights, and complex commercial matters throughout New Mexico
Practice Areas Explained
Andrew J. Simons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew J. Simons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albuquerque.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Albuquerque
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albuquerque
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 venue, 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.
Albuquerque Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albuquerque-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Albuquerque Choose Andrew J. Simons
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andrew J. Simons's practice in the field of bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Andrew J. Simons brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Bankruptcy Practice
Concentrating on bankruptcy means Andrew J. Simons's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Albuquerque
A Albuquerque-based practice means Andrew J. Simons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Andrew J. Simons Handles in Albuquerque
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