Atty. Stephen Bridgforth

Atty. Stephen Bridgforth

Stephen Bridgforth is a lawyer. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Tulsa in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Las Cruces Las Cruces 54 Years Experience 54 year

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About Stephen Bridgforth at a glance

Stephen Bridgforth is a Dist. J. based in Las Cruces, New Mexico. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1972), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1972) and University of Tulsa (B.S., 1968). Serves clients in Las Cruces, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Bridgforth is a lawyer
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Tulsa in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices in Las Cruces, 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 Las Cruces 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 venue, 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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Stephen Bridgforth's law practice is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Stephen Bridgforth has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
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Stephen Bridgforth earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1968).
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1972
B.S.
University of Tulsa
- 1968

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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