Atty. Philomena Hausler

Atty. Philomena Hausler

After spending 18 years working as an archaeologist in southwestern Alaska, Philomena Hausler switched careers and became an attorney. She began her legal career in 2006 with a judicial clerkship at the U.S.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Philomena Hausler at a glance

Philomena Hausler is an Of Counsel based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Miller Stratvert P.A.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Mexico United States District Court for the District of New Mexico Tenth Circuit Court of Appeal (2006). Educated at University of Miami School Law (J.D., 2006) and Bryn Mawr College B.A. (—). Active member of Professional Affiliations American Bar Association H and Vearle Payne American Inn of Court Society for Human Resource Management. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • After spending 18 years working as an archaeologist in southwestern Alaska, Philomena Hausler switched careers and became an attorney
  • She began her legal career in 2006 with a judicial clerkship at the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (2006-2007) followed by a judicial clerkship at the U.S
  • District Court for the Southern District of Florida (2007-2008)
  • When she completed her federal clerkships, Ms. Hausler moved to New Mexico to enter private practice, focusing on Indian Law
  • She later transitioned into civil defense litigation on behalf of state and local governments
  • She has argued several cases before the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit in litigation involving federal civil rights claims and federal preemption claims
  • Although Ms. Hausler has spent much of her legal career representing government defendants, she has also worked as represented plaintiffs with civil rights and personal injury claims in federal, state and tribal courts
  • Ms. Hausler has also worked as an Assistant City Attorney in the City of Albuquerque’s Employment and Labor Law Division

Practice Areas Explained

Philomena Hausler's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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

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Where is Philomena Hausler's law office located?
Philomena Hausler's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Miller Stratvert P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philomena Hausler handle?
Philomena Hausler focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Philomena Hausler practiced law?
Philomena Hausler has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Philomena Hausler go to law school?
Philomena Hausler earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (—).
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami School Law
- 2006
Bryn Mawr College B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New Mexico United States District Court for the District of New Mexico Tenth Circuit Court of Appeal
Admitted: 2006

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