Atty. Jerry Daniel Herrera
Mr. Jerry Daniel Herrera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, trial practice, torts and 6 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense Law & More Attorney · Serving Albuquerque, NM · 48+ Years Experience
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About Jerry Daniel Herrera at a Glance
Jerry Daniel Herrera is a dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1978). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1978) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jerry Daniel Herrera
- Mr. Jerry Daniel Herrera is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, trial practice, torts and 6 other areas of law
- Jerry received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Jerry practices in Albuquerque, NM
Practice Areas Explained
Jerry Daniel Herrera's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerry Daniel Herrera handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albuquerque.
DUI / DWI Defense in Albuquerque
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Personal Injury in Albuquerque
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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Criminal Defense in Albuquerque
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Real Estate Law in Albuquerque
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Albuquerque
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albuquerque
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 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 venue, 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.
Albuquerque Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albuquerque-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Albuquerque Choose Jerry Daniel Herrera
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jerry Daniel Herrera's practice in the field of dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jerry Daniel Herrera brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, personal injury, and criminal defense, Jerry Daniel Herrera can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albuquerque
A Albuquerque-based practice means Jerry Daniel Herrera attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jerry Daniel Herrera Handles in Albuquerque
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