About Raylee
Raylee Starnes: Oil and Gas Law Attorney in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Raylee Starnes is a dedicated oil and gas law attorney who focuses her practice on litigation and transactions related to the energy sector. With extensive experience in both transactional and litigation matters, Ms. Starnes has represented numerous clients across various industries.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Commercial
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Oil and Gas Law
Education & Credentials
- Universities: Southern Methodist University, SMU School of Law
- Educations: B.A. in Economics from Southern Methodist University; J.D., summa cum laude, from the SMU Dedman School of Law
- Bar Admissions: New Mexico, Texas, and District of Columbia
- Awards: Recognized: Commercial Litigation in Best Attorney USA®; Recognized: Oil and Gas Law in Best Lawyers®; Recognized: Litigation - Bankruptcy in Best Attorney USA®; Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment in Best Attorney USA®; Ones to Watch® in America, 2024-2025
- Firms: Holland & Hart LLP
- Affiliations: American Bar Association (ABA); New Mexico Bar Association (NMB)
Tone and Approach
Raylee Starnes believes in providing proactive legal counsel to help her clients navigate complex issues with confidence. Her philosophy is centered on understanding the unique challenges each client faces, which allows her to tailor solutions that are effective and efficient.
Ms. Starnes prides herself on building strong relationships with her clients, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout every stage of their legal journey. Whether she's advocating for a business facing bankruptcy proceedings or negotiating a high-stakes oil and gas deal, Raylee brings an unwavering commitment to excellence.
At the heart of her practice is her commitment to delivering personalized service that reflects each client’s specific needs and circumstances. Her clients appreciate the directness and transparency with which she handles their cases, knowing they are in good hands with a dedicated advocate who truly understands their goals and objectives.
Practice Areas
Education
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized: Commercial Litigation
- Recognized: Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Recognized: Oil and Gas Law
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, Best Lawyers®, U.S. News & World Report, 2024-2025Commercial LitigationOil and Gas Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Oil and Gas Law
- Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2024