Atty. M. Clea Gutterson

Atty. M. Clea Gutterson

Ms. M.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About M. Clea Gutterson at a glance

M. Clea Gutterson is a personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, insurance, and appellate attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1985) and U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1985). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D. Dean, 1985) and Northeastern University (B.A. Dean, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Albuquerque Bar Association State Bar of New Mexico New Mexico Defense Association. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. M. Clea Gutterson is a lawyer practicing automobile insurance defense, defense litigation, civil appeals and 2 other areas of law
  • M. received a B.A. degree from Northeastern University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • M. practices in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

M. Clea Gutterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Clea Gutterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

M. Clea Gutterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Mexico →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

M. Clea Gutterson is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New Mexico →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

M. Clea Gutterson is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 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 M. Clea Gutterson

Where is M. Clea Gutterson's law office located?
M. Clea Gutterson's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Clea Gutterson handle?
M. Clea Gutterson focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has M. Clea Gutterson practiced law?
M. Clea Gutterson has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did M. Clea Gutterson go to law school?
M. Clea Gutterson earned their education at (J.D. Dean, 1985); (B.A. Dean, 1982).
How can I contact M. Clea Gutterson for a consultation?
You can contact M. Clea Gutterson 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 M. Clea Gutterson received?
M. Clea Gutterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Dean
Suffolk University
- 1985
B.A. Dean
Northeastern University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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