Atty. James A. Chavez
James A. Chavez is a lawyer practicing discrimination, government, landlord and tenant law and 3 other areas of law.
Discrimination & More Attorney · Serving Albuquerque, NM · 40+ Years Experience
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About James A. Chavez at a Glance
James A. Chavez is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Vance Chavez & Associates, LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, civil rights, government, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1986), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1992), and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1993). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1986) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico. Serves clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A. Chavez
- James A. Chavez is a lawyer practicing discrimination, government, landlord and tenant law and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- James practices at Vance Chavez & Associates, LLC in Albuquerque, NM
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James A. Chavez's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Chavez handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albuquerque.
Personal Injury in Albuquerque
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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Real Estate Law in Albuquerque
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James A. Chavez is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Mexico →
Civil Rights in Albuquerque
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James A. Chavez is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in New Mexico →
Government & Administrative Law in Albuquerque
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
James A. Chavez is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New Mexico →
Landlord & Tenant in Albuquerque
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
James A. Chavez is one of 22,207 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in New Mexico →
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Albuquerque Choose James A. Chavez
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 James A. Chavez's practice in the field of personal injury, real estate, civil rights, government, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A. Chavez brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Mexico, U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, James A. Chavez can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, real estate, and civil rights, James A. Chavez can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albuquerque
A Albuquerque-based practice means James A. Chavez attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James A. Chavez Handles in Albuquerque
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