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Biography
Heather M. LeBlanc has been a staunch advocate for criminal defendants since earning her bar admission in 2008. From first appearances to jury verdicts, she has managed a broad spectrum of cases—including DUI, domestic violence, robbery, and homicide—often in high-stakes settings. Known for her fierce courtroom presence and meticulous preparation, Ms. LeBlanc continually earns referrals and accolades from peers and clients alike. Beyond her practice, she has guided the New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association as a board member and co-chair of its Education and Professional Improvement Committee, developing statewide CLE programs to sharpen attorneys’ trial skills. At the UNM School of Law, she further shapes tomorrow’s defense lawyers as an adjunct professor of Criminal Law in Practice and Evidence and Trial Practice. When you need a defender who combines deep experience with genuine compassion, Heather M. LeBlanc is ready to fight for your rights—contact her office for a complimentary consultation.
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
DUI and DWI
20%
Drug Crime
20%
Violent Crime
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New Mexico for 17 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Heather M. LeBlanc's Reviews
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Posted by Christopher | March 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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A Successful Resolution
Ms. LeBlanc was most effective in recently representing my youngest daughter, interfacing with both City and State of NM entities. Ms. LeBlanc is both thorough and keenly knowledgeable, as demonstrated by the successful resolution of my daughter's legal issues. I recommend without hesitation the pr...
Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Heather was super awesome!!!
Heather has exceptional legal knowledge and experience which resulted in my husband's case being dismissed! Thank you so much Heather.
Posted by Christopher | September 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Hired Miss LeBlanc to help with a case
Very professional. Laid everything out in the order things would proceed. Confident in ability to get the case to go the way discussed. Appreciate all the hard work. Was truly a blessing.
Posted by Stephanie | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Knowledgeable and trustworthy
Heather is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. She is able to explain things in such a way that diminishes fear and anxiety.
Posted by Samuel Sanchez | April 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Best Lawyer
Heather was very proficient and won every case. She genuinely cared and always took time to explain. I would recommend her to anyone who needs an attorney.
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Experience
Honors
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A.H. McLeod Award for Trial Advocacy, University of New Mexico School of Law
N/A
Regional Champion, National Trial Competition
N/A
National Finalist, National Trial Competition
N/A
Regional Champion, National Trial Competition
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney - Owner, Partner, Bailey, LeBlanc & Lane, PC
2017 - 2020
Felony Managing Attorney, Law Offices of the Public Defender, Albuquerque, NM
2013 - 2017
Serious Violent Offenses Attorney, Law Offices of the Public Defender, Albuquerque, NM
2010 - 2012
Criminal Defense Attorney - Felonies, Escambia County Public Defender's office
2008 - 2010
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Robert R. Cooper
Associations
2022 - Present
New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2022 - Present
National Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
New Mexico Women's Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2021
New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationCo-Chair Education and Professional Improvement Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
First Degree Kidnapping and Rape Case
All charges dismissed
Criminal Sexual Contact of a Minor
Not Guilty on all Charges
Education
2008
University of New Mexico School of Law
Speaking Engagements
2022
Preventive Detention Hearings
Winning Sexual Assault Detention Hearings
2022
All Things DNA
Moderator - DNA Contamination, Confirmation Bias, Mixed DNA Profiles, Probabilistig Genotyping
2019
Sexual Offense Trials
Jury Selection in Sexual Offense Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If my judge said my time is served do it mean my case closed?
15 Dec 2022
Q&A
Can a legally married couple that are both on probation be separated by a probation officer
14 Dec 2022
Q&A
Me and my bf are codefendants in a drug case how can I make it where we can be around each other?
13 Dec 2022