Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in New Mexico to discharge most unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, and personal loans. The process typically completes in 3 to 6 months. Our directory lists 21+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across New Mexico who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–21 of 21 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in New Mexico
Deborah M. DeMack
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.7/10 (Excellent). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2002). Awards: Best Lawyer - 2020, Public Interest Law Scholar - 1999, Honors.
Christopher M. Gatton
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.4/10 (Excellent). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2009). Awards: Rising Star - 2019, Rising Star - 2018, Rising Star - 2017.
Grieta Anna Gilchrist Gilchrist
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.3/10 (Very Good). 20 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2005).
Tami Schneider
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 37 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (1988).
Gregory A. Baca
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.9/10 (Good). 14 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2011).
Tyson Cosper
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 7 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2018).
Jules August Grandjean II
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2019). Awards: Top 10 Attorney Award - 2022, Top 100 Trial Lawyers - 2021, Top 20 Best Personal Injury Lawyers - 2021.
Kameron L. Barnett
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Mexico (2006). Awards: BBB - 2018.
Marcus Anthony Sedillo
Marcus Anthony Sedillo at Gatton & Associates has handled 4 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Christopher M Gatton
Christopher M Gatton at Gatton & Associates, P.C. has handled 8 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Ronald E Holmes
Ronald E Holmes at Davis Miles, PLLC has handled 3 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Tim Bullock
Tim Bullock at Bullock Law L.L.C. has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Inverse Medical Inc
Inverse Medical Inc has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
R Matthew Bristol
R Matthew Bristol at R Matthew Bristol has handled 3 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
R. Trey Arvizu, III
R. Trey Arvizu, III at R. Trey Arvizu III Attorney has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Jason Michael Cline
Jason Michael Cline at Jason Cline, LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Philip J Montoya
Philip J Montoya at Philip J Montoya has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
United States Trustee
United States Trustee has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Nephi D. Hardman
Nephi D. Hardman at Nephi D. Hardman Attorney at Law, LLC has handled 2 federal bankruptcy cases in federal court.
Yvette J. Gonzales
Yvette J. Gonzales at Gatton & Associates, P.C. has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Nephi Hardman
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Hawaii (2023), New Mexico (2010).
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across New Mexico and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in New Mexico, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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