Egan Law Firm’s achievements include academic credentials, bar admissions, volunteer service awards, and professional honors earned over decades of legal practice. Together, they reflect a career grounded in advocacy, integrity, and service to clients and the community.
Explore the honors, service recognitions, and case wins below that reflect our commitment to clients and the Las Cruces community.
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Mary Washington College – Bachelor of Science Degree
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Thomas M. Cooley Law School – Juris Doctor Degree
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Supreme Court of New Mexico – Attorney’s Oath
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United States District Court – District of New Mexico Admission
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United States Court of Appeals – Admission to the Tenth Circuit
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New Mexico State Bar Foundation – Certificate of Appreciation
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Lawyer Referral for the Elderly Program – Volunteer Service Recognition
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American Bar Association – Pro Bono Award (Family Law Section)
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Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court – First Place Award
This plaque honors a first-place finish in oral and written argument at the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition in Detroit, Michigan. The recognition reflects outstanding performance in legal advocacy, research, and courtroom presentation during one of the most respected moot court tournaments.

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Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges – 1987–1988 Recognition
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Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges – 1988–1989 Recognition
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Judicial Letter and Nolle Prosequi Order – State of New Mexico Case Documentation
This set of documents includes a judicial letter outlining a decision to suppress evidence in a traffic-related case, as well as a corresponding nolle prosequi order issued by the State of New Mexico. The materials reflect the court’s findings regarding the traffic stop, the suppression of evidence, and the subsequent dismissal of charges.

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Settlement Checks – State Farm Fire and Casualty Company
This set of checks reflects multiple settlement payments issued by State Farm Fire and Casualty Company. The documents show payments connected to an insurance claim and illustrate the resolution of a significant loss event, with amounts issued through attorney representation in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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Settlement Payments – Multiple Insurers and Claim Resolutions
This image includes several settlement checks and payment documents from different insurers and claim administrators. The checks represent full and final settlement amounts for various claims resolved through legal representation, demonstrating successful outcomes in insurance and property loss matters.

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News Coverage – $1.9 Million Wrongful Death Settlement
This newspaper article reports on a wrongful death lawsuit involving the drowning of a young child in a hot tub at an apartment complex in Las Cruces. The story explains that the case was resolved through a $1.9 million settlement and discusses issues related to safety permits, filtration problems, and alleged misrepresentations about the hot tub’s operation. The article outlines the circumstances of the incident, the legal claims made against the apartment owners, and factors that contributed to the settlement.

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News Coverage – Lawsuit Filed in Hot-Tub Drowning
This article details the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit connected to a child’s drowning at an apartment complex in Las Cruces. It focuses on allegations that the complex lacked required state permits, did not properly maintain the pool area, and failed to warn residents of hazardous conditions. The piece highlights the regulatory concerns, the initial investigative findings, and the family’s claims regarding safety deficiencies that contributed to the incident.

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New Mexico Trial Lawyer Journal – Case Summary Feature
This article excerpt from The New Mexico Trial Lawyer journal highlights a reported car-collision case result. The summary outlines the claim history, settlement negotiations, jury verdict, medical facts, and legal strategies discussed during trial. It provides insight into litigation practice, including policy-limit considerations, expert involvement, and the factors that led to a successful judgment exceeding the insurer’s prior offers.

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Personal Injury Settlement Documentation – Releases and Final Agreements
This collection of documents includes a personal injury settlement sheet and several related release forms for underinsured motorist coverage. The paperwork reflects the calculation of settlement funds, deductions for medical expenses and legal fees, and the formal release of claims following a motor-vehicle accident. The materials illustrate how claims are resolved through negotiated settlements, indemnity agreements, and insurer-issued payments.

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Case Coverage and Verdict – Delayed Parole Hearing and Wrongful Incarceration
This set of materials includes a legal-journal case report and a newspaper article documenting a civil action involving delayed parole-revocation proceedings. The case involved an individual who remained incarcerated beyond the proper release date due to administrative delays. The documents detail the jury verdict, the damages awarded, the legal issues raised, and the broader civil-rights implications of failing to provide timely parole hearings. Together, they illustrate how procedural failures within the correctional system led to a successful claim for compensation.

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Judgment From Trial on the Merits – Motor-Vehicle Collision Case
This court document is a formal judgment outlining findings of fact and conclusions of law in a motor-vehicle accident case. It details the circumstances of the collision, injuries involved, traffic-law violations, and the court’s determination of responsibility. The judgment specifies multiple categories of damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for long-term pain and suffering.

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Trial Judgment and Bodily-Injury Settlement Payment
This set of documents includes a court judgment from a personal injury trial and a corresponding insurance settlement payment. The judgment outlines the jury’s findings, the compensatory and punitive damages awarded, and the calculation of interest applied to the final amount. Alongside the judgment is a bodily-injury settlement check issued by an insurance carrier, documenting the payment of the damages resulting from the claim. Together, these materials illustrate the full resolution of the case through both the judicial verdict and insurance disbursement.

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News Coverage – Not-Guilty Verdict in Alleged Assault on an Officer
This article reports on a criminal case in which a defendant was acquitted of charges related to an alleged altercation with an off-duty law enforcement officer. The coverage describes conflicting witness accounts, questions surrounding the presence of a weapon, and testimony regarding the interaction that led to the accusation. The jury ultimately found insufficient evidence to support the charges, resulting in a not-guilty verdict.

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News Coverage – Jury Awards Damages for Premises Injury at Local Restaurant
This set of clippings details a civil lawsuit involving an injury caused by a fallen sign component outside a restaurant. The articles explain how the incident occurred, the arguments presented at trial, and the jury’s findings on negligence. The coverage highlights the awarded damages, the jury’s apportionment of fault, and the impact of the injury on the plaintiff’s mobility and long-term recovery.

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Certificate of Appreciation – Support for Music Education
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Complaint and Settlement Checks – Personal Injury and Property Damage Claim
This set of documents includes a civil complaint filed in district court involving claims of personal injury, property damage, and punitive damages arising from a motor-vehicle collision. Alongside the complaint are settlement checks issued by insurance carriers, documenting payments made to resolve the claims. Together, the materials illustrate the legal process from the initial filing through the insurance-funded resolution of the case.

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Case Summary – Personal Injury Slip-and-Fall Verdict
This case summary describes a slip-and-fall lawsuit involving injuries caused by a fallen sign component in a restaurant parking lot. The document outlines settlement discussions, a multi-day jury trial, and the final verdict awarding damages for medical costs, future treatment, and long-term impairment. It also details the evidence presented at trial, including maintenance issues, signage problems, and witness testimony regarding negligence and causation.

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Settlement Checks – Personal Injury and Property Damage Claims
This set of checks reflects multiple settlement payments issued by insurance carriers to resolve personal injury and property-damage claims. The payments document the final financial resolution of several cases handled through legal representation, showing compensation for bodily injury, medical expenses, and other losses related to motor-vehicle or premises-liability incidents.

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Complaint and Structured Settlement – Personal Injury and Property Damage Claim
This set of documents includes a district court complaint alleging negligence that resulted in personal injury, property damage, and claims for punitive damages. The filing outlines the circumstances of a vehicle-related incident, the basis for liability, and the damages sought. Accompanying the complaint is a settlement letter confirming resolution of the case through a combination of cash payment and a structured annuity. The materials detail the settlement terms, payment schedule, and administrative steps required to finalize the agreement, illustrating the full progression from initial claim through negotiated settlement.

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Personal Injury Settlement Documentation – Releases and Final Agreements
This collection of documents includes a personal injury settlement sheet and several related release forms for underinsured motorist coverage. The paperwork reflects the calculation of settlement funds, deductions for medical expenses and legal fees, and the formal release of claims following a motor-vehicle accident. The materials illustrate how claims are resolved through negotiated settlements, indemnity agreements, and insurer-issued payments.

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