Atty. Emilio Jacob Chavez

Atty. Emilio Jacob Chavez

Hon. Emilio Jacob Chavez is a lawyer practicing criminal, administrative law, trial practice and 9 other areas of law.

Taos Taos 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Emilio Jacob Chavez is an Attorney based in Taos, New Mexico, practicing at Eighth Judicial District Court. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, probate, medical malpractice, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (2004). Serands clients in Taos, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. Emilio Jacob Chavez is a lawyer practicing criminal, administrative law, trial practice and 9 other areas of law
  • Emilio has been licensed for 22 years
  • Emilio practices at Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, NM

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Emilio Jacob Chavez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Emilio Jacob Chavez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Taos 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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Where is Emilio Jacob Chavez's law office located?
Emilio Jacob Chavez's law practice is located in Taos, New Mexico. The firm is Eighth Judicial District Court. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emilio Jacob Chavez handle?
Emilio Jacob Chavez focuses on dui/dwi, probate, medical malpractice, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Emilio Jacob Chavez practiced law?
Emilio Jacob Chavez has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
How can I contact Emilio Jacob Chavez for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 2004

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