Atty. James S. Brown

Atty. James S. Brown

James S. Brown is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice & health care, land use / zoning, senior trial group.

Santa Fe Santa Fe 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James S. Brown at a glance

James S. Brown is an Of Counsel based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, zoning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1973). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1972) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships & Affiliations New York State Bar Association Association of the Bar of the City of New York American College of Trial Lawyers, fellow Fordham Law School Alumni Association, president. Serands clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James S. Brown is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice & health care, land use / zoning, senior trial group
  • James received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Wilson Elser in Santa Fe, NM

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Brown's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Land Use & Zoning

James S. Brown is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Mexico →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James S. Brown is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in New Mexico →

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 S. Brown

Where is James S. Brown's law office located?
James S. Brown's law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Brown handle?
James S. Brown focuses on medical malpractice, zoning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James S. Brown practiced law?
James S. Brown has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James S. Brown go to law school?
James S. Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James S. Brown for a consultation?
You can contact James S. Brown 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 S. Brown received?
James S. Brown's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1972
B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1973

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