David Lynn

Associate

Mr. Lynn is an experienced Associate Attorney in the Santa Fe office of Hinkle Shanor LLP, where he focuses on personal injury defense, complex business litigation, administrative law, and environmental defense and general environmental matters. Since joining the firm, Mr. Lynn has conducted extensive legal research, prepared memoranda, and developed strategic legal arguments to support litigation efforts. Mr. Lynn has a strong foundation in both private and public sector practice, with a commitment to delivering thorough, strategic, and results-oriented representation to clients facing challenging legal matters. Receiving recognition for his work, Super Lawyers selected Mr. Lynn to the 2026 Rising Star list, a publication by Thomas Reuters.

Mr. Lynn is a native of Santa Fe, New Mexico and is drawn to the vibrant cultural landscape of the City. He is also an avid outdoor enthusiast and enjoys exploring the stunning trails near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Above all, Mr. Lynn enjoys his time spent with family, finding joy and fulfillment in shared moments.

Areas of Practice

Personal Injury Defense
Environmental Defense
Corporate Law
Municipal Law
Election Law

Professional Detail

Past Employment

City of Albuquerque, Municipal Affairs Legal Division
Assistant City Attorney, General Counsel to the City Clerk
Legal Intern for the Real Property and Finance Legal Division at the City of Albuquerque
Legal clerk for a personal injury firm located in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Summer Associate for a complex business litigation firm located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Education

University of New Mexico School of Law, Albuquerque, NM

Juris Doctor, May 2022

Cum Laude
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Immigration Law)
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Legal Research and Writing)

New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM

B.A. in Philosophy / Government, May 2013

Languages

English

Bar Admissions

Colorado
New Mexico
United States District Court District of New Mexico

Professional Associations and Memberships

The Oliver Seth American Inn of Court
First Judicial District Bar Association