Atty. Paul R. Smith

Atty. Paul R. Smith

Paul R. Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate law, small business law.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul R. Smith at a glance

Paul R. Smith is a business and real estate attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1979) and Arizona (1980). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1979) and Arizona State University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul R. Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate law, small business law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Arizona State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Paul practices in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Paul R. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Paul R. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Mexico →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Paul R. Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 R. Smith

Where is Paul R. Smith's law office located?
Paul R. Smith's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul R. Smith handle?
Paul R. Smith focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Paul R. Smith practiced law?
Paul R. Smith has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Paul R. Smith go to law school?
Paul R. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Paul R. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Paul R. Smith 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 R. Smith received?
Paul R. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1979
B.A.
Arizona State University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1979
Arizona
Admitted: 1980

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