Robles, Rael & Anaya, P.C. attorneys provide high quality legal services to clients in New Mexico and throughout the Southwest. Our firm stands apart in the level of customer service we provide to each client. We are committed to building productive, long-standing relationships through clear communication, consistent accessibility, and an unparalleled work ethic.

Robles, Rael & Anaya has built its name on a dedication to exceeding expectations in every facet of legal service. We invite you to discover how our diverse experience, record of success, and efficiency can help you achieve the desired results for any legal issue.

Our Mission

We strive to develop lasting relationships with our clients by serving their every legal need in and out of the courtroom. Guided by a comprehensive understanding of our clients’ core objectives, our firm focuses on winning – efficiently, ethically, and with accountability. We ensure that our services are provided in a fiscally sound manner and are committed to providing an honest assessment of litigation costs and evaluation for each case that enables our clients to make sound legal decisions.

Firm News

Marcus J. Rael Named an Elite Lawyer

November 7, 2024
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Attorney Marcus J. Rael has been recognized as an Elite Lawyer. Only the most outstanding and experienced attorneys receive the Elite Lawyer Award. The Elite Lawyer Award is a prestigious honor that recognizes an attorney’s achievements, skills, and experience in their areas of practice. Marcus is a leading Environmental Law attorney in New Mexico.

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William W. Zarr Retires

September 12, 2024
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William W. Zarr, who has been a valued member of our firm since December 2018, has announced his retirement. Bill joined us after retiring from the City of Albuquerque Legal Department, where he served as the managing attorney for the Municipal Affairs Division. Throughout his distinguished career, Bill has held various significant positions, including City…

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Marcus J. Rael, Jr. Receives Two Honors

April 10, 2024
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For the third year, Marcus has been named a  Super Lawyer. This is a peer nominated and evaluated process combined with independent research and is judged on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. This distinction is only awarded to 5% of attorneys in the state. In addition to this Super Lawyer recognition, he…

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Featured Cases

Buck, Lynn, et al. v. City of Albuquerque, et al., CIV 04-1000 WJ/DJS (USDC)

July 2, 2012

On a rainy day on March 20, 2003, people gathered in front of UNM’s Bookstore at 5:00 pm to protest President George W. Bush who ordered the Invasion of Iraq on March 19, 2003. At approximately 4:00 pm, all APD Metro Division officers attended a briefing concerning the protest. At 4:45 pm, officers began arriving…

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Head, Martha vs. City of Farmington et al. No. CV-2005-24-3 (USDC)

June 13, 2012

On January 14, 2003, at around 2:00am, an officer was parked in his unit at the intersection of South Side River Rd. in Farmington, New Mexico. The officer noticed a maroon SUV approaching the intersection with its high beams engaged. The vehicle stopped at the red light. After the light turned green, the SUV continued…

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Schinagel v. Albuquerque Police Department, et al. No. Civ. 07-481 LH/RLP (USDC)

June 13, 2012

On September 6, 2005 at approximately 11:30pm, Gary and Penny Schinagel were enjoying cocktails, playing music very loudly, and dancing nude within each other’s arms in their home’s living room. They were celebrating freely because they just dropped off their youngest daughter to college. An APD officer was dispatched to the home due to a…

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