Atty. Danny W. Jarrett

Atty. Danny W. Jarrett

Danny W. Jarrett is the office managing principal and the litigation manager of the Albuquerque, New Mexico, office of Jackson Lewis P.C.

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About Danny W. Jarrett at a glance

Danny W. Jarrett is a employment and litigation attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Admitted to practice in New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico. Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1996) and University of New Mexico (BS, 1989). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Albuquerque) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Danny W. Jarrett is the office managing principal and the litigation manager of the Albuquerque, New Mexico, office of Jackson Lewis P.C
  • He is a New Mexico native and has been certified as a specialist in labor and employment law by the New Mexico Supreme Court Board of Legal Specialization since August of 2008
  • Danny previously served as vice-president and corporate counsel for a national healthcare company
  • His duties included managing all operations of a multi-state company with over 400 employees, overseeing all human resources functions, and organizing corporate restructuring
  • Danny’s legal practice focuses on counseling and representing employers, government entities and Native American tribal organizations regarding labor and employment disputes
  • His experience involves Title VII and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act, the ADA, the FLSA, the FMLA and Davis-Bacon Act wage issues
  • He has successfully represented clients before the NLRB, the EEOC, and the WCA
  • He has negotiated many collective bargaining agreements, on behalf of management, with various unions, including the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, the Operating Engineers and the Teamsters
  • He has represented management’s interests in union organizational campaigns, including organizing attempts by the Communication Workers of America, the Teamsters and the Painters and Glazers Union, as well as in response to Unfair Labor Practice charges of all types
  • Danny assisted in setting up a double-breasted operation for a large, regional construction company
  • He also represented the State Bar of New Mexico and set national precedent when the National Labor Relations Board in Washington, D.C. ruled that it did not have jurisdiction to oversee a representation election involving State Bar employees and the Communication Workers of America
  • While attending law school, he served as a staff editor of The New Mexico Law Review
  • He attended the University of New Mexico as the recipient of a Presidential Scholarship
  • Danny was an elected member of the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico, the group of peer-elected attorneys who govern the Bar
  • As a Bar Commissioner, Danny served on the Personnel Committee and as liaison to the Board of Bar Examiners
  • Danny has also served as an elected board member and as chair of the Bar’s Employment and Labor Section and its Indian Law Section

Practice Areas Explained

Danny W. Jarrett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danny W. Jarrett 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.

Danny W. Jarrett is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Mexico →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Danny W. Jarrett

Where is Danny W. Jarrett's law office located?
Danny W. Jarrett's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Danny W. Jarrett handle?
Danny W. Jarrett focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
Where did Danny W. Jarrett go to law school?
Danny W. Jarrett earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (BS, 1989).
How can I contact Danny W. Jarrett for a consultation?
You can contact Danny W. Jarrett 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 Danny W. Jarrett received?
Danny W. Jarrett's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Albuquerque); Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1996
BS
University of New Mexico
- 1989

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Albuquerque)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected for inclusion in 2010 Southwest Super Lawyers – New Mexico Editio
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Member, Executive Committee of the Board of Bar Examiners
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Member, Steering Committee, Division 6, American Bar Association’s Construction Law Forum
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Board Member, Bernalillo County Labor Relations Board
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Southwest Superlawer in both 2009 and 2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Staff Editor, New Mexico Law ReviewYouth Football League Board Member and Volunteer Attorney
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Presidential Scholarship recipient
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Albuquerque)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Albuquerque)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Albuquerque)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Albuquerque)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico

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