Atty. John Cecil Wheeler

Atty. John Cecil Wheeler

Mr. John Cecil Wheeler is a lawyer practicing probate law, wills law, trusts law and 5 other areas of law.

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About John Cecil Wheeler at a glance

John Cecil Wheeler is a Member based in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, practicing at Elderlaw Associates PA. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1967), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1969). Educated at University of New Mexico (B.B.A., 1961). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Las Cruces Chapter, American Inn of Court. Serands clients in Truth or Consequences, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Cecil Wheeler is a lawyer practicing probate law, wills law, trusts law and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at Elderlaw Associates PA in Truth or Consequences, NM

Practice Areas Explained

John Cecil Wheeler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Cecil Wheeler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

John Cecil Wheeler is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New Mexico →

Trusts

John Cecil Wheeler is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in New Mexico →

Probate

John Cecil Wheeler is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in New Mexico →

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.

John Cecil Wheeler is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Mexico →

Real Estate Law

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

John Cecil Wheeler is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Truth or Consequences 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 John Cecil Wheeler

Where is John Cecil Wheeler's law office located?
John Cecil Wheeler's law practice is located in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. The firm is Elderlaw Associates PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Cecil Wheeler handle?
John Cecil Wheeler focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has John Cecil Wheeler practiced law?
John Cecil Wheeler has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John Cecil Wheeler go to law school?
John Cecil Wheeler earned their education at (B.B.A., 1961).
How can I contact John Cecil Wheeler for a consultation?
You can contact John Cecil Wheeler 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 John Cecil Wheeler received?
John Cecil Wheeler's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

B.B.A.
University of New Mexico
- 1961

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1969

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