Atty. James E. Riley, Jr.

Atty. James E. Riley, Jr.

Mr. James E.

Santa Fe Santa Fe 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James E. Riley, Jr. at a glance

James E. Riley, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, practicing at Canepa & Vidal, P.A.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1973) and New Mexico (1973). Educated at Harvard Law School, Mediation Workshop (University, 2004) and Suffolk University (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico Massachusetts, Federal and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James E. Riley, Jr. is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, professional negligence, business litigation and 19 other areas of law
  • James E. received a degree from Harvard Law School, Mediation Workshop in 2004, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James E. practices at Canepa & Vidal, P.A. in Santa Fe, NM

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Riley, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James E. Riley, Jr. is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New Mexico →

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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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.

James E. Riley, Jr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Mexico →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Santa Fe 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 James E. Riley, Jr.

Where is James E. Riley, Jr.'s law office located?
James E. Riley, Jr.'s law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The firm is Canepa & Vidal, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Riley, Jr. handle?
James E. Riley, Jr. focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James E. Riley, Jr. practiced law?
James E. Riley, Jr. has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James E. Riley, Jr. go to law school?
James E. Riley, Jr. earned their education at (University, 2004); (J.D., 1973).
How can I contact James E. Riley, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Riley, Jr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James E. Riley, Jr. received?
James E. Riley, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University
Harvard Law School, Mediation Workshop
- 2004
J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973
New Mexico
Admitted: 1973

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