Deena L. Buchanan

Buchanan Law Firm, LLC

HARASSMENT OR DISCRIMINATION AT WORK. WRONGFUL DISCHARGE. WORKERS COMPENSATION.
Workplace law is tricky and the consequences of not following the law are serious. I represent individuals who have been harmed, either due to wrongful employer practices or accidents. If you have suffered from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful discharge, or a workplace injury, you need a strong lawyer on your side.

CAR ACCIDENTS, WRONGFUL DEATH. PERSONAL INJURY.
The types of injuries I deal with can create a ripple effect that changes everything for a whole family in an instant. I understand and have over two decades of experience fighting these fights. When I worked for insurance companies, I often handled cases worth tens of millions of dollars. When I was badly hurt in a car accident, I decided that someday, I would start my own practice so I could help people struggling with injuries.

BIOGRAPHY.
I have been licensed to practice law in New Mexico since 1998. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with highest honors in 1995. In 1998, I graduated with honors from Georgetown University Law Center after serving as an Administrative Editor of the Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics. After law school, I moved to New Mexico to begin my law career at a large firm in Albuquerque. I then practiced with large firms and a Fortune 500 company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, gaining great experience on cases that drew national attention.

In 2008, I brought my family back to New Mexico, where I continued to get trial and litigation experience in all aspects of injury law, medical malpractice and employment law. I founded the Buchanan Law Firm, LLC in 2019 and am based in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.

Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Workers’ Compensation

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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    I represent individuals, small businesses and employers on an hourly basis, providing advice on business disputes, how to comply with federal and state laws and how to minimize legal risks. I accept credit card payments for these types of cases when that is more convenient for my clients.
  • Contingent Fees
    I represent injured people and employees on a contingency fee basis. I don’t get paid on these cases until I recover for my client.
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Each case is different, so contact me to discuss which fee arrangement suits your case.
New Jersey
Since 2000
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Owner/ Managing Partner
Buchanan Law Firm, LLC
2019 –

Current

Albuquerque Managing Partner
Ray, McChristian & Jeans, PC
2014 –

2019

I represented businesses, governmental entities and people in catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, trucking accident and employment litigation. I also gave advice to small businesses and employers about complying with wage/hour and employment laws, contract negotiations and real estate.
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D.

1998

Honors: cum laude
Activities: Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics, Administrative Editor
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University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh
B.A.

1995

Honors: summa cum laude
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America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
2018
AV-Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
2017
American Bar Association

Current
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

member
2019 –
Current
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New Jersey State Bar

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Member
2000 –
Current
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New Mexico State Bar

Member
1998 –
Current
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Pennsylvania State Bar

Member
2000 –
2009
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Websites & Blogs

Website
Buchanan Law Firm, LLC
Website
Buchanan Law Firm, LLC Law Blog

Buchanan Law Firm, LLC (physical office)
5345 Wyoming Blvd. NE
Suite 202
Albuquerque, NM 87109
US
Telephone: (505) 900-3559
Fax: (505) 933-7551
Monday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM – 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: During the Covid pandemic, we offer phone and web meetings. We have limited in-person appointments as needed to protect our clients’ legal rights.