Atty. Susan Schaefer McDevitt
Ms. Susan Schaefer McDevitt is a lawyer practicing trial practice, appellate practice, domestic relations and 13 other areas of law.
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Susan Schaefer McDevitt is a Member based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, practicing at McDevitt Law Firm, P.A.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on child custody, family law, real estate, bankruptcy, and child support. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975), New Mexico (1976), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1980). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1975) and New Mexico State University (B.A., 1971). Active member of State Bar of Texas State Bar of New Mexico. Serves clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Susan Schaefer McDevitt is a lawyer practicing trial practice, appellate practice, domestic relations and 13 other areas of law
- Susan received a B.A. degree from New Mexico State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Susan practices at McDevitt Law Firm, P.A. in Santa Fe, NM
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Schaefer McDevitt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Susan Schaefer McDevitt is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in New Mexico →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 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 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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