Atty. Shane T. Maier

Atty. Shane T. Maier

Academic Excellence and Professional Beginnings: Shane Maier's journey in the legal realm is defined by a commitment to excellence. His remarkable scholastic achievements led him to graduate within the top 10% of his law school class, earning him numerous accolades, including esteemed membership in the prestigious Order of the Coif.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 9 yrs experience 9 year
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About Shane T. Maier at a glance

Shane T. Maier is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Gauthier & Maier Law Firm, P.C.. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (2017). Educated at University of New Mexico School of Law (J.D., 2017) and University of New Mexico (B.A. Political, 2010). Active member of New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association American Bar Association State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Academic Excellence and Professional Beginnings: Shane Maier's journey in the legal realm is defined by a commitment to excellence
  • His remarkable scholastic achievements led him to graduate within the top 10% of his law school class, earning him numerous accolades, including esteemed membership in the prestigious Order of the Coif
  • Before completing his studies, Shane's dedication was already evident, having served as a legal assistant and paralegal in multiple law firms
  • With over a decade of experience in litigation and appellate work, he even contributed to cases before the U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • The Path to Mastery: After graduation, Shane's journey led him to the renowned insurance defense and trial firm of O'Brien & Padilla, P.C
  • Here, he immersed himself in the intricacies of insurance defense, mastering the art of understanding insurance companies' financial evaluations of cases
  • As time progressed, he joined forces with his law school classmate, Adam Oakey, assuming the role of head attorney responsible for all personal injury cases at the Law Office of Adam Oakey
  • Together, they propelled the firm's growth, emerging as a significant player in the legal landscape of New Mexico, tirelessly advocating for injured citizens and their rightful compensation
  • A New Horizon: Today, Shane stands at the helm of his own firm, driven by a vision of providing tailored and specialized attention to some of the most substantial cases in New Mexico
  • His experience is underscored by a track record of successful trial outcomes for personal injury cases, a testament to his skill and dedication
  • Shane's approach encompasses the most challenging and intricate cases, spanning civil rights abuses, medical malpractice claims, and instances of insurance bad faith
  • Shane's commitment to securing justice and favorable outcomes for his clients is the cornerstone of his legal practice
  • With a focus on individualized attention and an unparalleled depth of experience, he continues to leave an indelible mark within the realm of New Mexico's legal landscape

Practice Areas Explained

Shane T. Maier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shane T. Maier 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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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.

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Workers Compensation

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

Shane T. Maier is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New Mexico →

Construction Law

Shane T. Maier is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New Mexico →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Shane T. Maier

Where is Shane T. Maier's law office located?
Shane T. Maier's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Gauthier & Maier Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shane T. Maier handle?
Shane T. Maier focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Shane T. Maier practiced law?
Shane T. Maier has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did Shane T. Maier go to law school?
Shane T. Maier earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.A. Political, 2010).
How can I contact Shane T. Maier for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico School of Law
- 2017
B.A. Political
University of New Mexico
- 2010

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 2017

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