
Kristin A. Dearth, Entertainment Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
3 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Litigation
AssociateatButt Thornton & Baehr PC
Albuquerque, NM
Practicing entertainment in Albuquerque since 2023.
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Kristin A. Dearth is an associate based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Kristin has 3 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butt Thornton & Baehr PC.
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- Albuquerque, NM
- Experience
- 3 years
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- Entertainment · General · Litigation
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Litigation matters from Albuquerque, NM.
- 3 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kristin A. Dearth: Kristin A. Dearth is an associate based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Kristin has 3 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butt Thornton & Baehr PC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kristin A. Dearth
Kristin concentrates on entertainment, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kristin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Personal Injury
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Entertainment cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Kristin takes entertainment matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Kristin takes general matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Kristin takes litigation matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Kristin takes personal injury matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kristin A. Dearth — 3 years of New Mexico entertainment experience
Kristin A. Dearth is an associate based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Kristin has 3 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butt Thornton & Baehr PC.
Kristin A. Dearth is a lawyer practicing catastrophic personal injury defense, general liability, medical negligence/medical liability and 2 other areas of law. Kristin received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada in 2019, and has been licensed for 3 years. Kristin practices at Butt Thornton & Baehr PC in Albuquerque, NM.
Working with Kristin on a entertainment matter
Kristin A. Dearth is a lawyer practicing catastrophic personal injury defense, general liability, medical negligence/medical liability and 2 other areas of law. Kristin received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada in 2019, and has been licensed for 3 years. Kristin practices at Butt Thornton & Baehr PC in Albuquerque, NM.
Clients Kristin works with
Kristin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and litigation matters in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area.
Credentials
Kristin A. Dearth's legal education and bar admissions
University of New Mexico School of Law
J.D. · 2023
University of Nevada
B.A. · 2019
Jurisdictions
Kristin's state bar admissions
New Mexico
2023 · ACTIVE
Kristin studied at J.D. in University of New Mexico School of Law and B.A. in University of Nevada.
Law school and academic background
Kristin completed J.D. in University of New Mexico School of Law and B.A. in University of Nevada. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kristin runs in New Mexico is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kristin's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of New Mexico
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Locations
Kristin A. Dearth's office in Albuquerque
Kristin's primary office is at 4101 Indian School Rd. N.E., Suite 300 South, Albuquerque, NM, 87110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Butt Thornton & Baehr PC
4101 Indian School Rd. N.E., Suite 300 South
Albuquerque, NM 87110
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How to hire Kristin A. Dearth — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kristin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kristin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kristin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kristin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kristin
Kristin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kristin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kristin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kristin A. Dearth
How much does it cost to hire Kristin for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kristin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kristin offer a free consultation?
Kristin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kristin's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Kristin's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in New Mexico typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Kristin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kristin take my case if I'm outside Albuquerque?
Kristin 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 — Kristin 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 Kristin?
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. Kristin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kristin accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Kristin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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