Barry Klopfer

Barry Klopfer is a highly skilled criminal defense lawyer serving New Mexico clients with professionalism and dedication. With a strong background in both prosecution and defense, he brings a well-rounded approach to every case. His commitment to protecting individual rights has earned him a trusted reputation in the legal community.

Barry earned his B.A. degree in anthropology from Antioch College in 1997. He went on to complete his J.D. degree at the City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law in 2003. During law school, he gained valuable courtroom experience by clerking for Hon. Bonnie Wittner of the New York Supreme Court and working in the highly respected Criminal Defenders Clinic.

Barry also held a Bruce Wright Fellowship for Police Brutality, through which he interned with the Civil Rights Bureau under then New York State Attorney General Eliot Spitzer. These opportunities gave him early exposure to both criminal defense and civil rights law, shaping the foundation of his legal career.

Barry has worked extensively as both a prosecutor and public defender in New Mexico, building a deep understanding of how both sides of the justice system function. He also served with the Navajo Nation Department of Justice, focusing on labor and employment law issues that affect tribal communities.

Barry is admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of the United States, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit, and the U.S. District Court of New Mexico. He is also admitted to the bars of New Mexico, the Navajo Nation, and Zuni Pueblo. He maintains active memberships in NMCDLA, NMTLA, and the ACLU of New Mexico.

Barry Klopfer continues to advocate for individuals facing serious legal challenges, relying on his experience to pursue justice for every client. His dedication to defense work and his broad legal background make him a powerful advocate in New Mexico’s criminal courts.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Law Office of Barry Klopfer PC
• Member, New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• City University of New York School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Antioch College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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