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Deena Buchanan
also known as Buchanan Law Firm, LLC
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About Deena
Biography
Deena Buchanan is an esteemed attorney committed to cases involving trucking collisions, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury; navigating legal landscapes in over 20 jurisdictions. Her impressive legal career includes serving as in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 corporation and working in BigLaw, where she handled complex litigations and advised corporate leaders on matters worth millions. Transitioning from a defense-oriented role, Deena chose to represent individuals affected by negligence, drawing on her considerable experience and personal insight as a former victim to advocate tirelessly for her clients. Deena is notably board-certified in trucking crash cases, an honor achieved by only a handful of women, and contributes as an executive board member for the American Association for Justice Trucking Litigation Group. Her strategic prowess in the courtroom has led to triumphs in numerous high-profile cases. Outside of work, Deena appreciates nature through hiking, skiing, and scuba diving adventures with her family. She holds memberships with professional bodies such as the American Association for Justice, the New Mexico State Bar Association, and others, emphasizing her commitment to the legal community.
Deena Buchanan is an experienced attorney who works hard to address her clients' needs with compassion and strong strategies. We focus on injury and employment claims, getting people back on their feet during some of the biggest challenges a person can face.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
17 years
Employment and Labor
40%
28 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2019
Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Mexico for 27 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Buchanan Law Firm, LLC
5345 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Suite 202, Albuquerque, NM, 87109
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Posted by Abirra Nartel | July 27, 2021 | Employment & Labor
Skilled
I met Atty. Deena Buchanan and discussed the possibility of a constructive dismissal situation at work. She provided me with objective advice that helped me see the best thing for me to do and keep a positive attitude at work. After several months, I have now been given a larger and more exciting man...
Posted by Lisa | May 23, 2019 | Employment & Labor
Very helpful
I consulted Deena Buchanan on an employment matter. I was very impressed with the attention and care she gave it and her willingness to **listen** to what I wanted. Very good at explaining points of the law and options. Personable. Easy to get a hold of, and she always got back to me when she said sh...
Deena Buchanan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Deena has more than two decades of experience to draw upon. She is a Go-To for employment law issues. I am pleased we got to work together as recently as December of 2020."
"I know Deena through a national group of attorneys and when issues arise for my clients in New Mexico, Deena is the first person I would call."
"Deena defended a trucking company in a very serious wrongful death case that I handled against her. She exhibited vast knowledge for the federal regulations which govern trucking companies as well other relevant expertise in the transportation arena. She was always professional and well prepared. Deena is bright, articulate and a very zealous advocate for her clients. Anyone seriously injured in a trucking accident would make a wise choice by hiring a trial lawyer the caliber of Deena."
"Deena is hard working and smart. She fights hard for her clients. She is a professional and knowledgeable of her area of practice. I enjoyed working with her."
"I have worked with Deena many times on many different types of matters. She is brilliant and spot-on with her intellect, insight and quick wit. She has my vote."
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Trucking accident lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 100 High Stakes Litigators - New Mexico, Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
2017
AV - Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
1998
St. Thomas More Award for Excellence in Legal Ethics, Georgetown University Law Center
1997
Administrative Editor - Journal of Legal Ethics, Georgetown University Law Center
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney/ Owner, Buchanan Law Firm, LLC
2014 - 2019
Shareholder/ Albuquerque Managing Partner, Ray, McChristian & Jeans, PC
2013 - 2014
Partner, Olsen, Parden & Williams, PC
2012 - 2014
Of Counsel, Archibeque Law Firm
2011 - 2012
Counsel, Collins & Collins
2009 - 2011
Attorney, Will Ferguson & Associates
2008 - 2009
Counsel, Miller Stratvert
2005 - 2008
Attorney, Toll Brothers, Inc.
2001 - 2005
Associate, Wolf Block Schorr & Solis Cohen
Associations
2020 - Present
New Mexico Disciplinary BoardMember
2019 - Present
New Mexico Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
BNIMember
2018 - Present
Albuquerque Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
New Mexico State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Head, et al. v. Saia Motor Freight Lines, LLC
Complete verdict for my client.
Nephew v. Feuchter
Trial victory
Education
1998
Georgetown University
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of Pittsburgh
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
TADC/NMDLA 2018 West Texas Seminar
Litigating Like a Hometowner
2017
TADC/NMDLA 2017 West Texas Seminar
Litigating Like a Hometowner
Publications
2009
ABA GPSolo Magazine
How to Cope When Opposing Counsel is a Jerk
1998
Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics
Strange Bedfellows? Married Lawyers and Conflicts of Interest
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue Walmarts loss prevention?
11 Aug 2020
Q&A
If my employers Position Statement contradicts conversations I have recorded and submitted to the EEOC will EEOC inform them?
12 Aug 2020
Q&A
Is it against the the law for my employer to fire me for going to jail for days?
17 Aug 2020