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Stephen Dean Ingram

Cavin & Ingram, P.A. β€’ Albuquerque, NM
ProbatePersonal InjuryReal Estate

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40 First Plaza Ctr NW Ste 610, Albuquerque, NM, 87102-5801, US

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About

Stephen Dean Ingram is a seasoned attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and a partner at Cavin & Ingram, P.A. With nearly three decades of legal experience, Stephen specializes in probate, real estate, and oil and gas law, making him a trusted resource for a diverse clientele, including mineral owners, landowners, oil and gas producers, and mortgage lenders. Before establishing his practice in New Mexico in 1994, Stephen honed his skills in Houston, Texas, where he practiced law for eight years. His extensive litigation experience includes over 45 cases tried in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration tribunals across Texas, Louisiana, and New Mexico. This background equips him with a robust understanding of the complexities involved in legal disputes and negotiations. In the oil and gas sector, Stephen provides comprehensive legal support in lease negotiations, mineral sales, pooling agreements, and royalty accounting, ensuring his clients' interests are protected. In real estate, he navigates issues related to foreclosure, mortgage loan workouts, regulatory compliance, easements, and title disputes. Additionally, Stephen offers guidance in probate, trust, and corporate matters, helping clients address a variety of legal challenges with professionalism and expertise. Stephen's commitment to his clients and his deep understanding of the law make him an invaluable advocate in Albuquerque and beyond.

About Probate Law

Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.

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Credentials

Education
1986 Baylor University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1983 Southwestern University Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2021 Super Lawyer, Energy and Natural Resources, Southwest Super Lawyers 2021 AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2019 Certified Specialist in Natural Resources Law (Oil and Gas), New Mexico Board of Legal Specialization
Publications
2016 Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation Journal Complying With and Litigating Under the New Mexico Surface Owners Protection Act
Associations
2014 - Present Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation 1994 - Present State Bar of New Mexico 1987 - Present State Bar of Texas
Speaking
2019 Annual Estate Planning Update What Fiduciaries, Estate Planners and Other Advisors Should Know About Oil and Gas Interests 2017 Oil and Gas: From the Basics to In-Depth Topics Surface Access, Surface Damages and the Surface Owners Protection Act 2014 Legal and Regulatory Issues in Oil and Gas New Mexico Surface Owners Protection Act: An Overview
Updated: May 02, 2026