Atty. Mark Chaiken

Atty. Mark Chaiken

Mark Chaiken is a lawyer practicing public finance, taxation. Mark has been licensed for 25 years.

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Public Finance & More Attorney · Serving Santa Fe, NM · 25+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Mark Chaiken at a Glance

Mark Chaiken is a tax and government attorney based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (2001). Serves clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Mark Chaiken

  • Mark Chaiken is a lawyer practicing public finance, taxation
  • Mark has been licensed for 25 years
  • Mark practices in Santa Fe, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Chaiken's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Chaiken handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Fe.

Tax Law in Santa Fe

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Government & Administrative Law in Santa Fe

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Fe

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 Santa Fe 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.

Santa Fe Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Santa Fe-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Mark Chaiken

Where is Mark Chaiken's law office located?
Mark Chaiken's law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Chaiken handle?
Mark Chaiken focuses on tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Mark Chaiken practiced law?
Mark Chaiken has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
How can I contact Mark Chaiken for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Santa Fe Choose Mark Chaiken

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Chaiken's practice in the field of tax and government.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Mark Chaiken brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering tax and government, Mark Chaiken can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Santa Fe

A Santa Fe-based practice means Mark Chaiken attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Mark Chaiken Handles in Santa Fe

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Chaiken has experience with under New Mexico law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Chaiken directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Mark Chaiken's Practice Areas & Specializations

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New Mexico
Admitted: 2001

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