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About Susan M. Hapka at a glance
Susan M. Hapka is a Retired Partner based in Placitas, New Mexico. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1995), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1996), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.S., 1981) and University of New Mexico J.D. 1995 Order of the Coif (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico American Bar Association New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Placitas, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Susan M. Hapka is a lawyer
- Susan received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1981, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Susan practices in Placitas, NM
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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 Placitas 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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