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About Justin B. Lea at a glance
Justin B. Lea is a contracts, criminal defense, zoning, and energy attorney based in Taos, New Mexico. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2004) and New Mexico (2007). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 2004) and Grinnell College (B.A. Economics, 2001). Serands clients in Taos, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Atty. Justin B. Lea is a lawyer practicing general, criminal defense, land use & zoning and 2 other areas of law
- Justin received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Justin practices in Taos, NM
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Justin B. Lea's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Justin B. Lea handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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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Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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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 Taos 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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