Chris Gatton

Chris Gatton is an Albuquerque bankruptcy lawyer at Gatton & Associates, P.C., whose practice focuses on consumer and business bankruptcy, creditor rights, and related litigation. He represents debtors, creditors, trustees, and committees in matters under Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13. His work includes financial restructuring, insolvency disputes, foreclosure-related issues, and commercial litigation. He has concentrated on bankruptcy law throughout his legal career and has handled hundreds of bankruptcy cases in New Mexico.

Chris earned his B.S. in Fishery Biology from New Mexico State University. He later received his J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law. During law school, he received the American Bankruptcy Institute Medal of Excellence in Bankruptcy, recognizing his academic achievement in bankruptcy law.

Chris began practicing law in 2009 and has represented clients across a wide range of bankruptcy proceedings. His experience includes individual and small business debtor matters, creditor representation, trustee matters, and committee work. He has handled cases involving debt restructuring, liquidation, reorganization, and contested bankruptcy issues. His practice reflects a strong understanding of the financial, procedural, and litigation concerns that arise when businesses or individuals face insolvency.

Chris Gatton is admitted to practice in New Mexico and the US District Court for the District of New Mexico. His professional memberships include the American Bar Association, American Bankruptcy Institute, and National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He previously served as president of his former practice and continues to focus on bankruptcy and debtor-creditor law. His background combines courtroom experience, financial restructuring work, and long-term involvement in New Mexico bankruptcy practice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Gatton & Associates, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• University of New Mexico School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• New Mexico State University
  BS in Fishery Biology