Atty. Rita L. Sturm

Atty. Rita L. Sturm

Rita L. Sturm is a lawyer.

Santa Fe Santa Fe 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (505) 628-1035 Book Appointment

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About Rita L. Sturm at a glance

Rita L. Sturm is an Asst. Dist. Atty. based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1985). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1985) and Fairleigh Dickinson University (B.A. University, 1968). Serands clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Rita L. Sturm is a lawyer
  • Rita L. received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1968, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Rita L. practices in Santa Fe, NM

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 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 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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Rita L. Sturm's law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Rita L. Sturm has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
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Rita L. Sturm earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. University, 1968).
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1985
B.A. University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1985

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