Matthew Legan Sanchez was born and raised in a neighborhood near you, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Sanchez is a fifth-generation New Mexican that graduated with honors from the University of New Mexico, studying Business and Psychology.


UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO

During his time on UNM Main Campus, Sanchez worked on a scholarly research project with Derek Hamilton, Ph.D., in the Basic Medical Science Building of UNM’s Health Sciences Center.

The study explored the role that nicotine plays on one’s ability to process and retain new information. The study also examined the addictive nature of nicotine and the neurological benefits that one receives from nicotine.


UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO SCHOOL OF LAW

Upon graduation, Sanchez entered Law school at UNM, achieving positions on both the Honor Roll and Dean’s List, while serving as a research assistant for Sherri L. Burr.


LEGAL CLERKSHIPS FROM 2006 TO 2009

During law school, Sanchez worked as a legal clerk for Branch Law Firm, as well as Sanchez, Mowrer & Desiderio. Sanchez also served as an intern for the New Mexico Public Defenders.


SERVING NEW MEXICO SINCE 2009

For over a decade, Sanchez has practiced law in courtrooms all across New Mexico, protecting thousands of hardworking New Mexicans and their families.

Sanchez writes about New Mexico law and his extensive courtroom experience in his two eBooks and blog — both can be accessed on this website, free of charge.

Sanchez can be reached by picking up your phone and dialing (505) SANCHEZ.