Christopher A. Holland

Christopher A. Holland is a member of Sutin, Thayer & Browne’s litigation group, representing corporate and institutional clients in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals. His work includes commercial litigation, employment and discrimination matters, education law, tax disputes, government contracts, land use, professional liability, healthcare, and related business disputes. He handles matters from early investigation and risk assessment through discovery, motions, hearings, trials, and appeals.

Chris earned a J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law, where he served as Managing Editor of the New Mexico Law Review. He received a B.B.A., with honors, from Eastern New Mexico University and later earned an M.A. in Strategic Studies from the US Army War College. His academic background combines legal, business, and strategic training that supports complex litigation and institutional counseling across public and private matters.

Chris joined his current law practice after clerking for Justice Pamela B. Minzner of the New Mexico Supreme Court. He later left the firm to serve as Chief Counsel of the New Mexico National Guard before returning in 2023. His representative matters include commercial, bankruptcy, municipal, education, and federal appellate disputes. His experience with government institutions and litigation strategy helps clients evaluate risk, prepare cases, and respond to complex procedural and substantive issues.

Christopher A. Holland has earned an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition from Best Lawyers in America, including Albuquerque Lawyer of the Year for Education Law. Chambers USA and Southwest Super Lawyers have recognized his work in prior years. He has served on professional and civic committees involving civil procedure, attorney discipline, labor and employment law, and city personnel matters, adding a public-service perspective to his litigation practice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Sutin, Thayer & Browne
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico
• Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Board Member, New Mexico State Bar Section on Labor and Employment Law (2001-2003)
• Member, Supreme Court Committee on the Rules of Civil Procedure for District Courts (2016-2017)
• Hearing Committee Member for Various Disciplinary Matters, Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of New Mexico (2001-Present)
• Member, City of Albuquerque Personnel Board (2014-2018)

Licensed State

• New Mexico
• Colorado

Education

• University of New Mexico School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• U.S. Army War College
  Master of Arts (MA) in Strategic Studies
• Eastern New Mexico University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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