Atty. R. Michael Hughes

Atty. R. Michael Hughes

R. Michael Hughes is a lawyer practicing employment law, guardianship and conservatorship, education law and 2 other areas of law.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About R. Michael Hughes at a glance

R. Michael Hughes is an Associate based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Silva & Associates. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on employment, poa, litigation, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New Mexico U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2008). Educated at University of New Mexico School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Wabash College (French, 1992). Active member of Albuquerque Bar Association. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • R. Michael Hughes is a lawyer practicing employment law, guardianship and conservatorship, education law and 2 other areas of law
  • R. Michael received a degree from Wabash College in 1992, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • R. Michael practices at Silva & Associates in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

R. Michael Hughes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Michael Hughes 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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Power of Attorney

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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

Common questions about R. Michael Hughes

Where is R. Michael Hughes's law office located?
R. Michael Hughes's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Silva & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Michael Hughes handle?
R. Michael Hughes focuses on employment, poa, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has R. Michael Hughes practiced law?
R. Michael Hughes has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did R. Michael Hughes go to law school?
R. Michael Hughes earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (French, 1992).
How can I contact R. Michael Hughes for a consultation?
You can contact R. Michael Hughes 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.

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico School of Law
- 2008
French
Wabash College
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New Mexico U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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