William R. "Bill" Keleher
About William R. Keleher
William R. Keleher is a lawyer based in Albuquerque, NM and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. William R. Keleher is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- International Arbitration - Commercial
- International Arbitration - Governmental
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Mediation
Current Firm: Smidt, Reist & Keleher PC
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1988, Georgetown University, graduated 1985, and Georgetown University, AB Economics, graduated 1985
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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