Atty. James Waylon Counts

Atty. James Waylon Counts

Hon. James Waylon Counts is a lawyer.

Mesilla Park Mesilla Park 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James Waylon Counts at a glance

James Waylon Counts is a Presiding J. based in Mesilla Park, New Mexico. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1981). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1981) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Mesilla Park, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. James Waylon Counts is a lawyer
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Mesilla Park, NM

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 Mesilla Park 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 Waylon Counts's law office located?
James Waylon Counts's law practice is located in Mesilla Park, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Waylon Counts practiced law?
James Waylon Counts has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Waylon Counts go to law school?
James Waylon Counts earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1981
B.A.
University of New Mexico
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1981

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