Atty. Joe L. McClaugherty

Atty. Joe L. McClaugherty

Joe L. McClaugherty is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, medical malpractice and 6 other areas of law.

Santa Fe Santa Fe 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Joe L. McClaugherty at a glance

Joe L. McClaugherty is a Member based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, practicing at McClaugherty & Silver PC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Texas (1976), New Mexico (1976), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1976) and University of Texas (B.B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joe L. McClaugherty is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, medical malpractice and 6 other areas of law
  • Joe received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Joe practices at McClaugherty & Silver PC in Santa Fe, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Joe L. McClaugherty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joe L. McClaugherty 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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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Product Liability

Joe L. McClaugherty is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Joe L. McClaugherty

Where is Joe L. McClaugherty's law office located?
Joe L. McClaugherty's law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The firm is McClaugherty & Silver PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joe L. McClaugherty handle?
Joe L. McClaugherty focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Joe L. McClaugherty practiced law?
Joe L. McClaugherty has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Joe L. McClaugherty go to law school?
Joe L. McClaugherty earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Joe L. McClaugherty for a consultation?
You can contact Joe L. McClaugherty 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 Joe L. McClaugherty received?
Joe L. McClaugherty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1976
B.B.A.
University of Texas
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1976
New Mexico
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979
Colorado
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1988

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