Chris Lucero

Chris Lucero is an Albuquerque attorney whose practice includes personal injury and criminal defense. He represents people injured in matters such as car accidents and slip-and-fall incidents while maintaining a strong trial-focused criminal practice involving DWI and other charges. His work emphasizes direct representation, courtroom preparation, and protecting clients’ rights in state and federal proceedings. He has practiced through The Lucero Law Office and has represented New Mexicans in a range of contested matters.

Chris earned a J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law and a B.A. from the University of New Mexico, graduating magna cum laude. During law school, he and a classmate were co-recipients of the UNM School of Law Faculty Award for dedication and service to the law school community. His education and early litigation exposure provided a foundation for trial practice, client counseling, and rights-focused advocacy.

Chris previously handled criminal matters at the Mark Keller Law Firm and worked on employment and personal injury matters at the Narvaez Law Firm. His practice has included appearances in magistrate, municipal, metropolitan, state district, and federal courts. That background gives him experience across different procedural settings and helps him assess evidence, prepare clients for litigation, and pursue practical strategies in injury claims and criminal cases.

Chris Lucero has been recognized by Super Lawyers, including selections as a Rising Star and later as a Super Lawyer in personal injury. He is admitted in New Mexico and has participated in organizations connected to criminal defense and trial practice. His combination of personal injury work, criminal courtroom experience, and familiarity with courts across the state supports representation for clients facing serious injuries, criminal accusations, and other high-stakes disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Lucero Law, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• University of New Mexico School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of New Mexico
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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