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Maxwell Hatton Pines

Maxwell Hatton Pines

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Albuquerque, NM
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Car Accidents ... +3 more

800 Lomas NW Suite 200, Albuquerque, NM

About Maxwell

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Mexico for 11 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Max Pines Law

800 Lomas NW Suite 200, Albuquerque, NM, 87102

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Maxwell Hatton Pines's Reviews

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3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Companionate and fierce

I’m extremely grateful for Max and their representation during a very stressful criminal matter. From the beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, and clear in explaining the process and my options. Max took the time to understand my situation, communicated consistently, and handled every...thing with confidence and precision. Their strategic approach and attention to detail made a meaningful difference, and I always felt informed and supported throughout the case. If you’re looking for a criminal defense attorney who is responsive, experienced, and truly advocates for their clients, I highly recommend Max!

Posted by Susana | December 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Max is great

Max helped me so much. I had called around and he was the best listener. He explained the law - regarding my situation. I prevailed and I’m more than happy.

Posted by Julie | December 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Criminal Defense

Max was a hero for us. Our son was looking at close to 100 years, at a very young age. Max is very professional and kept us and our son in formed as to how things work and what we could expect. He is very knowledgeable of the law is second to none when it comes to handling a child that really messed... up and doesn't think parents know anything. He kept in touch with our son and made SURE he was safe and complying, far above what another person would have imo. Without his help, I hate to think of where we'd be now. I hope we never need his services again but I would not hesitate to call! I highly recommend Maxwell Pines.

Maxwell Pines

Replied last December 20, 2024

Thank you for your trust in me. It was a pleasure working for your son and I hope to stay in touch.

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

Melon grant, Melon Foundation

Work Experience

2014 - 2024

Serious violent Offense Attorney, Law Offices of the Public Defender, New Mexico

Associations

2024 - Present

Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Matthew Chavez

Acquittal of murder charge and release from jail.

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Education

2014

University of California - Berkeley

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Brown University

PhD - Doctorate

2005

University of Colorado

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Use it or Lose it: Evidence

Character Evidence

2024

LOPD yearly conference

Vicarious Trauma

Publications

2024

2012

Brown University Press Understanding Actions

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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