Criminal Defense
Aggressive defense for misdemeanor and felony charges at the state and federal levels.
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
When charges, injury, or a dispute put everything on the line
Decades of trial work for Albuquerque families and businesses — counsel trusted on high-profile matters and featured across New Mexico media.
Since 1995
For three decades, Ahmad Assed and Associates has stood with New Mexicans who need careful, determined counsel.
We represent people facing criminal charges, recovering from injury, or navigating civil disputes — in New Mexico courts and at the federal and international levels. Trial experience and the full resources of our office go into every matter we take on.
When major cases make headlines, newsrooms call on us for clear analysis. Ahmad Assed has appeared on KOB 4 Albuquerque, KRQE, and New Mexico in Focus to explain charges, trials, and the rights at stake.
Several attorneys review each case from different angles. When you hire our firm, you get a team working in unison toward the best possible result.
General Civil Litigation
Complex civil disputes, contracts, and litigation throughout New Mexico.
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Arbitration
Skilled arbitration and mediation to resolve disputes efficiently.
Arbitration and mediation →In The Media
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A Closing Chapter In Mysterious Muslim Murders
Coverage of the conclusion of the Albuquerque Muslim murders case.
New Mexico in Focus
Full Episode | Pro-Palestinian Protests at UNM
Full roundtable episode on the pro-Palestine protests at the University of New Mexico.
New Mexico in Focus
Roundtable | Students' legal rights to protest at UNM
Shaun Griswold hosts a two-part roundtable discussion on the pro-Palestine protests taking place at the University of New Mexico and college campuses around the nation. In the first half of their conversation, Shaun asks what legal rights students have to protest at the Duck Pond and at the Student Union Building.
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Resources
New Mexico Judiciary
The New Mexico Judiciary's website has a wealth of information and helpful links.
New Mexico Case Look Up
Check to see the status of your civil or criminal case in any State District Court in New Mexico.
New Mexico Federal District Court
Helpful information on the New Mexico Federal District Court.
Metropolitan Court Case Search
Check to see the current status of your case in Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court.
Bernalillo County Warrant Search
Check to see if you or a loved one has an active warrant in Bernalillo County.
Detention Center Custody List
Check the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center Custody List.