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Arslan S. Umarov
also known as Arslanbek S. Umarov
About Arslan
Biography
I worked in a business and a nonprofit for several years before becoming a lawyer. This experience took me around the world. I use my experience to counsel my clients.
I volunteer for such causes as education and business development. I also enjoy traveling with my wife and two kids.
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Licensed in New Mexico for 12 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
James Wood Law
601 Marble Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87123
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Posted by Rebecca | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful experience
Attorney Umarov was extremely professional and at the same time, very personable. The legal process can be quite confusing and intimidating, so I was very appreciative that he took the time to walk me through the legal issues in my case; he spoke to me with language that I could understand; and that...
Arslan Umarov
Replied last April 28, 2016Thank you for your great feedback. Courtesy and professionalism are vital for any attorney-client relationship, and I work very hard to earn that confidence by making sure my clients understand their choices at every step of the way. My door is open should you need an attorney in the future.
Posted by Geraldine | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI crash bummer
We never thought we would be the victims of a DUI crash with injury and when we were there were a lot of unanswered questions and post injury concerns. Mr. Umarov assured we understood our legal rights and he was always patient in his dealings with us to assure both my husband and I were understandin...
Arslan Umarov
Replied last April 28, 2016Thank you for your great feedback. You are right. Trust is vital for any attorney-client relationship, and I work very hard to earn that trust by making sure my clients understand their legal rights. My door is open should you need an attorney in the future.
Arslan S. Umarov's Lawyer Endorsements
"I found Arslan diligent in both communication to opposing counsel (me) and in representing the interests of his client. He was very reasonable and professional in approaching settlement of arbitrable/ tort claims we settled on behalf of our respective clients"
"I endorse this lawyer. Arslan is an excellent lawyer that know his law."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 40 Lawyer Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top 40 Lawyer Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
10 Best Award for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Robert F. Hanley Advanced Trial Skills, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2013
Pro Bono Service Award, Twelfth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee
2010
Jurisprudence Award in Human Rights Law, Texas Tech University School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney, James Wood Law
2016 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Butt Thornton & Baehr PC
2013 - 2016
Associate Attorney, John D. Wheeler & Associates PC
2012 - 2012
Policy Specialist, US Department of Health & Human Services
2011 - 2011
Extern, U.S. Department of Justice, N. Dist of Tex., Criminal Division
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk / Attorney, Richards Elder & Green LLP
2010 - 2011
Student Attorney, Immigration Clinical Program
2010 - 2011
Fellow / Interim Assistant Director, Center for Biodefense, Law & Policy at Texas Tech University School of Law
2005 - 2008
Co-Founder, Sunshine Uzbekistan USA NFP
2004 - 2005
Adjunct Faculty, International Business School Kelajak Ilmi (Uzbekistan)
2004 - 2005
Consultant and Government Liaison, Central Asia Seed Company
Associations
2014 - Present
Qounsel NetworkMember
2013 - Present
New Mexico State BarMember
2011 - Present
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember (inactive)
2019 - 2020
Expert Council "Buyk Kelejak" -- uzexpertsovet.comMember
2018 - 2025
New Mexico Medical Review CommissionPanelist
2015 - 2016
Rotary Club of AlamogrdoDirector
2014 - 2016
Twelfth Judicial District Bar AssociationTreasurer
2013 - 2016
Rotary Club of AlamogordoMember
2013 - 2013
National Language Service CorpsCharter Member
2012 - 2013
Washington Foreign Law SocietyMember
2010 - 2020
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
Volunteer Law Students AssociationTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Trujillo v. Presbyterian Healthcare Services - N.M. Supreme Court (S-1-SC-40109, Feb. 20, 2025)
Supreme Court Victory
Hamaatsa, Inc. v. Pueblo of San Felipe, 388 P.3d 977, 2016 WL 3382082
The New Mexico Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals. The Supreme Court sided with the Indian tribes on issue of sovereign immunity.
Gaffney v. Robin Hood Water Users Ass'n, Inc., 2016 WL 589761 (N.M. Ct. App. Jan. 27, 2016)
Won on Motion to Dismiss and Subsequent Appeal
Myers v. Armstrong, 2014-NMCA-051, 324 P.3d 388 (2014)
Appellate victory.
Education
2011
Texas Tech University School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2004
University of Memphis
B.B.A., cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2022
Naturalization Ceremony, U.S. District of New Mexico
Key Speaker, Naturalization Ceremony
2012
State-wide Meeting, Washington, D.C.
Co-facilitator of a meeting on memorandums of understanding between the federal government and state agencies on issues of Affordable Care Act
2011
Constitution Day Panel
The Immigration Battle in American Courts
Publications
2016
American Bar Association International Legal Resource Center
Contributing Expert, Analysis of Tajikistan's Judicial Acts on Investigations and Criminal Code for UNDP Tajikistan
2015
American Bar Association International Legal Resource Center
Contributing Expert, Analysis of Concept Note for Law on Local Governance (Uzbekistan)
2014
2014
Texas Tech University Press
Research Assistant, A Conservative and Compassionate Approach to Immigration Reform
2013
2012
2012
Texas Tech Law Review
Co-Author, Immigration Law: 2010-2011 Fifth Circuit Case Law Update
2011
2010
The Texas Bank Lawyer
Various Case Summaries
Languages
Russian