Atty. Jonathan Edwin Cheney

Atty. Jonathan Edwin Cheney

Mr. Jonathan Edwin Cheney is a lawyer practicing military, administrative and public, criminal and 1 other area of law.

Las Cruces Las Cruces 29 Years Experience 29 year

Profile Summary

About Jonathan Edwin Cheney at a glance

Jonathan Edwin Cheney is a criminal defense, government, health care, and military attorney based in Las Cruces, New Mexico. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Texas (1997). Educated at Baylor University (J.D. US, 1997) and Adams State College (B.S. Central, 1984). Serves clients in Las Cruces, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Jonathan Edwin Cheney is a lawyer practicing military, administrative and public, criminal and 1 other area of law
  • Jonathan received a B.S. degree from Adams State College in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Jonathan practices in Las Cruces, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Edwin Cheney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Edwin Cheney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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Military Law

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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 Las Cruces 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Edwin Cheney

Where is Jonathan Edwin Cheney's law office located?
Jonathan Edwin Cheney's law practice is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Edwin Cheney handle?
Jonathan Edwin Cheney focuses on criminal defense, government, health care, military. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Jonathan Edwin Cheney practiced law?
Jonathan Edwin Cheney has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Jonathan Edwin Cheney go to law school?
Jonathan Edwin Cheney earned their education at (J.D. US, 1997); (B.S. Central, 1984).
How can I contact Jonathan Edwin Cheney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. US
Baylor University
- 1997
B.S. Central
Adams State College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1997

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