Summary
Attorney experienced in all aspects of commercial litigation in state and federal courts, including trials, discovery, and motions practice. Skilled in research and briefing. Successful defense of clients in trials, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
Key skills
- Broad and deep experience in commercial litigation:
- Discovery
- Research
- Motions practice
- Mediation/settlements
- Outstanding advocacy and organizational skills.
- Creative and practical analysis to maximize client outcomes.
- Strong work ethic.
- Consummate team player.
- Cost-effective, timely, and efficient approach.
- Corporate Best Practices
- Licensed as active member of New Mexico bar from 1989 to 2000; 2010 to present.
Experience
Ms. Castle spent many years at one of the larger law firms in New Mexico, where she worked as an associate and shareholder on a variety of complex litigation matters, real estate broker defense, and environmental matters. Her experience including all aspects of trial preparation as well as working with clients to effect a satisfactory settlement of disputed matters. Additionally, Ms. Castle has represented clients in matters involving the Albuquerque Board of Realtors and New Mexico Real Estate Commission and enjoyed lecturing on realtor liability and environmental issues. Since joining Bruce Castle, Attorney at Law, she has continued her representation of real estate brokers, defense of commercial matters, and project-based research and writing.
Education
J.D. Georgetown University Law Center (1989)
Articles Editor, Georgetown International Environmental Law Review
M.A. University of Northern Arizona (English)
B.A. University of Notre Dame (English)
Publications
Note, Mexican-United States Shared Groundwater: Can it be Managed?
Georgetown International Law Review, I:1 (Spring 1988)
Contributor, New Mexico Environmental Law Handbook (1st ed.)
B.A. University of Notre Dame (English)
Past Community Involvement
- Our Lady of Fatima School Advisory Council (President & Secretary)
- Barrett Foundation (formerly Presentation, Inc.) Board of Directors
- Chamber Orchestra of Albuquerque Board of Directors
- Downtown Albuquerque Business Improvement District committee
- Aquinas Newman Center Parish Council
- Inns of Court (student member)
