Steven L. Gonzales

Steven L. Gonzales is counsel at Hall & Evans in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with more than 20 years of civil litigation experience. His practice focuses on professional liability, catastrophic injury, construction, and transportation matters, with additional experience in commercial litigation and intentional tort claims. He represents clients in state and federal courts and in administrative proceedings, handling disputes that require careful trial strategy, risk assessment, and practical problem solving.

Gonzales earned a J.D., cum laude, from the University of New Mexico in 2000. He also received a B.U.S. from the University of New Mexico in 1996, with studies in Communication & Journalism and Political Science. His academic training supports a litigation practice that depends on persuasive writing, clear presentation of complex facts, and a strong understanding of legal procedure and professional responsibilities.

Gonzales has defended clients in dozens of jury and bench trials and represents licensed professionals before boards and commissions. His professional liability work includes matters involving doctors, nurses, engineers, surveyors, pharmacists, and other regulated professionals. He has also handled appellate matters and cases involving healthcare, construction, premises liability, transportation, and business disputes, giving him broad experience across civil and administrative forums.

Steven L. Gonzales previously served as Chair of the New Mexico Supreme Court Disciplinary Board, experience that supports his work on professional licensing and ethics matters. He has also provided volunteer legal service through court and community programs and has presented for the State Bar of New Mexico on disciplinary procedure and medical malpractice damages. His profile includes Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Review recognition.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Hall & Evans, LLC
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Chair, New Mexico Supreme Court Disciplinary Board (2013)
• Member, First Judicial District Bar Association
• Member, Second Judicial District Court Volunteer Attorney Program (2009-2013)
• Volunteer Attorney, Lawlapalooza (2010-2018)

Licensed State

• New Mexico
• Maryland

Education

• University of New Mexico
  JD: Cum Laude
• University of New Mexico
  BUS: , Communication & Journalism, Political Science

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