Chance Andrew Barnett, Estate Planning Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Chance concentrates on estate planning, general, health care, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chance handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• General

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• Health Care

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• Insurance

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• Litigation

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• Medical Malpractice

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• Personal Injury

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• Probate

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Chance's primary office is at 6330 Riverside Plaza Ln NW Ste 205, Albuquerque, NM, 87120-2682. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chance usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Chance discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Chance for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chance walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Chance offer a free consultation?

  Chance charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chance's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Chance's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in New Mexico typically take?

  Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Chance gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Chance take my case if I'm outside Albuquerque?

  Chance is licensed in New Mexico. Matters governed by New Mexico law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chance will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Chance?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Chance will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Chance accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Chance's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.