About James Brian
James Brian Smith is a attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializing in business law, estate planning, probate, and real estate law. He has been practicing law in New Mexico since 1999, following his graduation from the University of New Mexico School of Law. His firm, Jones & Smith Law Firm, LLC, located at 7850 Jefferson Street NE, Suite 140, Albuquerque, NM 87109, offers comprehensive legal services in these areas. Mr. Smith's practice encompasses many legal services. In business law, he assists clients with business formation, contract negotiations, dispute resolution, mergers, acquisitions, and sales. His estate planning services include drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and providing estate administration and probate services. In real estate law, he handles commercial, residential, and ranchland transactions, including purchases, sales, leasing, development, easements, rights-of-way, encroachments, and water rights.
Before establishing Jones & Smith Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Smith gained experience at several law firms. From 2001 to 2004, he was an attorney and member at J. Brian Smith, LLC. Prior to that, he worked at Vance, Chavez, & Associates, LLC from 2004 to 2006, and at Sheehan, Sheehan & Stelzner, P.A. from 1999 to 2001. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in various areas of law, enhancing his ability to serve clients. Mr.
Smith is an active member of the legal community. He has been a member of the State Bar of New Mexico since 1999 and was admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico in 2000. In 2002, he was admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. He has also served as a director of the Animal Law Section of the New Mexico Bar Association since 2015. His professional affiliations reflect his commitment to staying informed and engaged in the legal field. In addition to his legal practice, Mr.
Smith has contributed to legal scholarship and education. He has been involved in speaking engagements, such as the 2015 Animal Talk Series on "Honey Bee Law," and has published work in the University of New Mexico Natural Resources Journal on topics like "Western Wetlands: The Backwater of Wetlands Regulation." These contributions demonstrate his dedication to advancing legal knowledge and public understanding. Mr. Smith's dedication to his clients and the legal profession is evident in his thorough, conscientious. Competent approach to legal practice. His experience and active involvement in the legal community make him a valuable resource for individuals and businesses seeking legal assistance in New Mexico.
