John F. Moon Samore

For federal and state crime law, sometimes, the evidence of guilt may be so compelling that a client wants to enter a plea agreement to resolve the matter as quickly as possible. Mr. Samore uses his knowledge and experience to obtain dismissals and verdicts of "not guilty" by guarding the rights of the accused. He uses his vast background and respectful relationship with prosecutors and law enforcement agents to get the most reasonable dispositions for every client.

36 years, 1,250 cases

The allegation alone devastates not just the accused but also the family of the accused, and we take such allegations very seriously. In the last 20 years, federal laws in particular have increased enormously the penalties for a person accused of a sex offense. Mr. Samore has defended over 150 alleged sex offenses and believes that far too often these cases arise from marital or custody disputes or eagerness to blame an innocent person.

36 years, 150 cases

Divorce and dissolution are virtually the same thing in New Mexico, but in severe economic times, such as we suffer today, sometimes a legal separation may turn out to be a reasonable alternative in order to protect a person’s healthcare coverage or resolve other issues when assets are severely limited. Our office has handled nearly 400 divorces, and experience is important with efforts to resolve property, debt, and distribution of assets issues.

36 years, 350 cases

Few aspects of life prove more gut-wrenching and painful than divorce or dissolution of marriage. At jeopardy is a person's feeling of self-worth, opportunity. These risks also apply, not just the husband and wife, but also to children, close relatives, and friends. You have committed your time and your financial future to your marriage and you will benefit greatly from having a clear-thinking, experienced attorney protecting your interests at each of the many critical stages.

36 years, 350 cases