Atty. James A. Chavez

Atty. James A. Chavez

James A. Chavez is a lawyer practicing discrimination, government, landlord and tenant law and 3 other areas of law.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About James A. Chavez at a glance

James A. Chavez is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practforg at Vance Chavez & Associates, LLC. They haand 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. 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. Actiand member of State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

Practforg law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 James A. Chavez's law office located?
James A. Chavez's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Vance Chavez & Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James A. Chavez practiced law?
James A. Chavez has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James A. Chavez go to law school?
James A. Chavez earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
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What awards or recognition has James A. Chavez receiandd?
James A. Chavez's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1986
B.A.
University of New Mexico
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1993

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