
Irving Bernard Hirsch, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Over 47 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
PartneratWilson Elser
Santa Fe, NM
Practicing medical malpractice in Santa Fe since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Irving Bernard Hirsch is a partner based in Santa Fe, NM. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Irving has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Santa Fe, NM
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice
- Handles Medical Malpractice matters from Santa Fe, NM.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Irving Bernard Hirsch: Irving Bernard Hirsch is a partner based in Santa Fe, NM. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Irving has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Irving Bernard Hirsch
Irving concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Irving handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice cases in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Irving takes medical malpractice matters in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Irving agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Irving Bernard Hirsch — Over 47 years of New Mexico medical malpractice experience
Irving Bernard Hirsch is a partner based in Santa Fe, NM. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Irving has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Irving Bernard Hirsch is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice & health care. Irving received a B.A. degree from City College of New York in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Irving practices at Wilson Elser in Santa Fe, NM.
Working with Irving on a medical malpractice matter
Irving Bernard Hirsch is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice & health care. Irving received a B.A. degree from City College of New York in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Irving practices at Wilson Elser in Santa Fe, NM.
Who Irving represents
Irving reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters in Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area.
Credentials
Irving Bernard Hirsch's legal education and bar admissions
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 1978
City College of New York
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Irving's state bar admissions
New York
1979 · ACTIVE
Irving studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in City College of New York.
Law school and academic background
Irving completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in City College of New York. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Irving runs in New Mexico is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Irving Bernard Hirsch
Irving has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Irving's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations New York State Bar Association New York County Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Irving Bernard Hirsch's office in Santa Fe
Irving's primary office is at 44 Arroyo Viejo, Santa Fe, NM, 87508. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Irving Bernard Hirsch — 5.0/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Irving. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing medical malpractice attorneys in Santa Fe.
5.0
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How to hire Irving Bernard Hirsch — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Irving usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Irving charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Irving'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; Irving will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Santa Fe, New Mexico
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Irving
Irving discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice 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. Irving confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Irving's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Irving Bernard Hirsch
How much does it cost to hire Irving for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Irving walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Irving offer a free consultation?
Irving charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Irving's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Irving's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in New Mexico typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. Irving gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Irving take my case if I'm outside Santa Fe?
Irving 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 — Irving 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 Irving?
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. Irving will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Irving accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Irving's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Santa Fe, Albuquerque and Las Cruces in New Mexico
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