Catherine Russell — Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Over 12 years of legal practice
AssociateatSaucedoChavez, PC
Albuquerque, NM
Practicing law in Albuquerque since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Catherine Russell is an associate based in Albuquerque, NM. Catherine has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at SaucedoChavez, PC.
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About Catherine Russell: Catherine Russell is an associate based in Albuquerque, NM. Catherine has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at SaucedoChavez, PC.
Biography
About Catherine Russell — Over 12 years of New Mexico legal experience
Catherine Russell is an associate based in Albuquerque, NM. Catherine has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at SaucedoChavez, PC.
Catherine Russell is a December 2013 graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Law. During law school, she was president of the Women’s Law Caucus (2012-2013) and secretary of the Business Law Society (2012-2013). She was also a citations editor of the Natural Resources Journal and participated in the 2013 National Health Law Moot Court.
Catherine is an associate at the SaucedoChavez, P.C. law firm based in Albuquerque, NM which specializes in insurance defense and regulatory matters, complex commercial litigation, and government affairs/lobbying.
Clients Catherine works with
Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area.
Credentials
Catherine Russell's legal education and bar admissions
University of New Mexico
J.D. · 2013
Boston University
B.A. · 2011
Jurisdictions
Catherine's state bar admissions
Illinois
2019 · ACTIVE
New Mexico
2014 · ACTIVE
Catherine studied at J.D. in University of New Mexico and B.A. in Boston University.
Law school and academic background
Catherine completed J.D. in University of New Mexico and B.A. in Boston University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Catherine runs in New Mexico is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Catherine's professional memberships and bar associations
Member, New Mexico Bar Association Member, American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Catherine Russell's office in Albuquerque
Catherine's primary office is at 800 Lomas Blvd. NW, Ste. 200, Albuquerque, NM, 87102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Catherine Russell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Catherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Catherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Catherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Catherine
Catherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Catherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Catherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Catherine Russell
How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Catherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Catherine offer a free consultation?
Catherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in New Mexico typically take?
Simple legal matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Catherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Catherine take my case if I'm outside Albuquerque?
Catherine is licensed in New Mexico. Matters governed by New Mexico law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Catherine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Catherine?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Catherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Catherine accepting new legal clients right now?
Catherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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