Atty. James Brent Collins

Atty. James Brent Collins

Mr. James Brent Collins is a lawyer practicing wills/trusts estate planning.

Farmington Farmington 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James Brent Collins at a glance

James Brent Collins is a trusts and estate planning attorney based in Farmington, New Mexico. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1975). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1975) and University of New Mexico (B.S.C.E., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Juan County and American Bar Associations State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Farmington, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Brent Collins is a lawyer practicing wills/trusts estate planning
  • James received a B.S.C.E. degree from University of New Mexico in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Farmington, NM

Practice Areas Explained

James Brent Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Brent Collins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Farmington 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 James Brent Collins's law office located?
James Brent Collins's law practice is located in Farmington, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brent Collins handle?
James Brent Collins focuses on trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James Brent Collins practiced law?
James Brent Collins has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Brent Collins go to law school?
James Brent Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S.C.E., 1967).
How can I contact James Brent Collins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Brent Collins received?
James Brent Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1975
B.S.C.E.
University of New Mexico
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1975

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