Atty. Freda Howard McSwane

Atty. Freda Howard McSwane

Ms. Freda Howard McSwane is a lawyer practicing children, criminal, dwi law and 8 other areas of law.

Ruidoso Ruidoso 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Freda Howard McSwane at a glance

Freda Howard McSwane is a Member based in Ruidoso, New Mexico, practicing at Freda Howard McSwane. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (2003). Educated at Texas Tech School of Law (J.D., 2002) and Eastern New Mexico University (B.B.A., 2000). Serands clients in Ruidoso, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Freda Howard McSwane is a lawyer practicing children, criminal, dwi law and 8 other areas of law
  • Freda received a B.B.A. degree from Eastern New Mexico University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Freda practices at Freda Howard McSwane in Ruidoso, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Freda Howard McSwane's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Freda Howard McSwane handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Ruidoso 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 Freda Howard McSwane

Where is Freda Howard McSwane's law office located?
Freda Howard McSwane's law practice is located in Ruidoso, New Mexico. The firm is Freda Howard McSwane. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Freda Howard McSwane handle?
Freda Howard McSwane focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Freda Howard McSwane practiced law?
Freda Howard McSwane has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Freda Howard McSwane go to law school?
Freda Howard McSwane earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Freda Howard McSwane for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech School of Law
- 2002
B.B.A.
Eastern New Mexico University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 2003

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