– Founder –

Adam Oakey

Attorney Adam Oakey has received professional recognition, completed advanced trial advocacy training, and has been featured by national and legal media organizations during his career.

Professional recognition is appreciated, but Adam’s focus remains on the responsibility that comes with representing people when their rights, families, freedom, and futures are at stake.

Awards & Recognition

The National Trial Lawyers — Top 40 Under 40

Criminal Defense — 2020

Adam Oakey was recognized by The National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Under 40 attorney in Criminal Defense

Elite Lawyer

Personal Injury — 2021

Adam Oakey received recognition from Elite Lawyer for his work in personal injury law.

Elite Lawyer

Personal Injury — 2024

Adam Oakey was again recognized by Elite Lawyer in 2024.

Marquis Who’s Who

2021

Adam Oakey was selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who.

America’s Best Attorneys — Top 10

Criminal Defense Attorney — 2021

America’s Best Attorneys — Top 10

DUI Defense Attorney — 2021

America’s Best Attorneys — Top 10

Personal Injury Attorney — 2021

American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Top 10 Best in New Mexico — 2021

Recognized for exceptional and outstanding client service.

Top 10 Family Law Attorney

New Mexico — 2021

Seth D. Montgomery Fellowship Award

2015

Adam received the Seth D. Montgomery Fellowship Award from the New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty while pursuing his legal education.

Advanced Trial Advocacy Training

Trial Lawyers College

Adam has pursued advanced trial advocacy education through the Trial Lawyers College, an organization focused on developing trial lawyers through intensive courtroom, communication, storytelling, and client-centered advocacy training.

His training has included:

Trial Skills Foundation

Courage to Ask

Trial Lawyers College Graduate — 2025

Adam’s continued investment in trial training reflects his belief that lawyers should never stop developing the skills necessary to advocate effectively for their clients.

Professional Associations

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Media & Featured Appearances

As Seen In

Adam Oakey and his story have received attention beyond the courtroom.

Forbes

Featured in Forbes

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VICE

Featured in VICE

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Trial Lawyers College Podcast

Adam has appeared on the Trial Lawyers College Podcast, discussing trial advocacy, client connection, courtroom techniques, and his experience representing clients in serious criminal cases.

New Mexico Living

Adam has also been featured by New Mexico Living, sharing his story and journey to becoming an Albuquerque attorney.

Commitment Beyond Recognition

Awards, professional memberships, training, and media recognition can provide insight into an attorney’s background.

But they are not what ultimately defines the work.

For Adam, the standard is much simpler:

Prepare. Stay disciplined. Treat people with dignity. And fight when it matters.

Awards and recognitions are conferred by independent organizations and do not guarantee the outcome of any legal matter.