Atty. Leonard J. Padilla

Atty. Leonard J. Padilla

Hon. Leonard J.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Leonard J. Padilla at a glance

Leonard J. Padilla is an Attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at NM Workers' Compensation Administration. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on workers comp and government. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1988). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1988) and Eastern New Mexico University (B.S. Education, 1979). Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hon. Leonard J. Padilla is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, administrative adjudications
  • Leonard received a B.S. degree from Eastern New Mexico University in 1979, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Leonard practices at NM Workers' Compensation Administration in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Leonard J. Padilla's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leonard J. Padilla handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 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 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 Leonard J. Padilla

Where is Leonard J. Padilla's law office located?
Leonard J. Padilla's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is NM Workers' Compensation Administration. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leonard J. Padilla handle?
Leonard J. Padilla focuses on workers comp, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Leonard J. Padilla practiced law?
Leonard J. Padilla has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Leonard J. Padilla go to law school?
Leonard J. Padilla earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S. Education, 1979).
How can I contact Leonard J. Padilla for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1988
B.S. Education
Eastern New Mexico University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1988

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