Ives & Flores, P.A.

Ives & Flores, P.A. is a New Mexico civil rights law firm devoted exclusively to protecting individual liberties and holding powerful institutions accountable. Based in Albuquerque, the firm represents individuals and families from all walks of life whose rights have been violated by law enforcement, government agencies, employers, or other authorities entrusted with public power.

Ives & Flores, P.A. concentrates its practice on complex civil rights matters, including wrongful death, sexual assault, police misconduct, prisoner abuse, employment discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, and constitutional violations. Each case is approached with meticulous investigation, strategic litigation planning, and a commitment to pursuing justice through settlement or trial when accountability is contested.

Ives & Flores, P.A. is led by partners Laura Schauer Ives and Adam Carlos Flores, both of whom have dedicated their careers to civil rights enforcement. Their advocacy has resulted in groundbreaking legal developments across New Mexico, including expanded access to law enforcement records, strengthened victims’ rights, increased government accountability, and successful litigation under state constitutional provisions such as the Equal Rights Amendment and Victims’ Rights Amendment.

Ives & Flores, P.A., emphasizes teamwork, accessibility, and compassionate representation. Every client is supported by a dedicated attorney while benefiting from collaborative case development across the firm. The legal team understands the emotional and personal impact of civil rights violations and provides clear communication, steady guidance, and respectful support throughout each stage of litigation.

Ives & Flores, P.A., offers free consultations to ensure access to justice regardless of financial circumstances. Through aggressive advocacy and principled counsel, the firm remains committed to restoring dignity, enforcing constitutional protections, and securing meaningful outcomes for individuals and families across New Mexico.