Atty. Paul Maestas

Atty. Paul Maestas

Mr. Paul Maestas is a lawyer practicing appeals, appellate practice, construction law and 11 other areas of law.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Maestas at a glance

Paul Maestas is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Maestas & Suggett, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1983). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 1983) and Oklahoma City University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico American Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Labor and Employment Law Tort and Insurance Practice Litigation Appellate Practice) New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Southwest Super Lawyers. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Paul Maestas is a lawyer practicing appeals, appellate practice, construction law and 11 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma City University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Paul practices at Maestas & Suggett, P.C. in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Maestas's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

Paul Maestas is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New Mexico →

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.

Paul Maestas is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Mexico →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Paul Maestas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Mexico →

Workers Compensation

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

Paul Maestas is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Paul Maestas

Where is Paul Maestas's law office located?
Paul Maestas's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Maestas & Suggett, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Maestas handle?
Paul Maestas focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Paul Maestas practiced law?
Paul Maestas has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
What languages does Paul Maestas speak?
Paul Maestas provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Paul Maestas go to law school?
Paul Maestas earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Paul Maestas for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Maestas 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 Paul Maestas received?
Paul Maestas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
- 1983
B.A.
Oklahoma City University
- 1980

Languages

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1983

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