Our Staff
It's always nice to put a face with a name. Here are the people you'll speak with when you call our offices.
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It's always nice to put a face with a name. Here are the people you'll speak with when you call our offices.
A 2002 UNM School of Law graduate, Dathan found his calling in civil litigation a few years after graduating from Trinity University. A third-generation attorney, Dathan was born and raised in Farmington, NM. Dathan’s friends would say his compassion and generosity for everyone he meets drives his commitment to the tireless pursuit of justice on behalf of his clients. When he is not championing his clients in the courtroom or teaching at UNM School of Law as an adjunct professor, Dathan dedicates his time to uplifting our shared community through volunteerism. Dathan is the Board Chair for Paws N Stripes, an organization that provides service dogs to veterans in need, serves on the Mayor's Volunteer Advisory Board, and is President of Albuquerque Involved, a nonprofit organization that Dathan founded with the goal of connecting individuals, through service work and grants, with nonprofits in their community. Dathan also holds diplomas from the National Institute for Trial Advocacy in Trial Practice and Deposition Advocacy Skills, and is a member of the ADR, Family, Small and Solo, and Trial Practice sections of the New Mexico State Bar.
Mallory joined the Weems team in 2015, wherein she managed the firm's marketing campaigns and assisted with client relations while concurrently pursuing her B.B.A. at the University of New Mexico. As a business student, she hoped to embark on a career in marketing post-graduation. However, she quickly became inspired by the firm's uniquely compassionate, client-centered approach to the practice of law and decided to instead pursue a career as an attorney. With the firm's support, she began her legal studies at the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2018. Mallory graduated Cum Laude and with honors in 2021 and rejoined the firm as an attorney thereafter. She holds memberships with the Trial Practice Section of the New Mexico State Bar, the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice. Additionally, she serves as a board member of the New Mexico Women's Bar Association. As a certified mediator, she is a firm believer in peaceful dispute resolution; however, she is also a fierce advocate for her clients where justice requires. She is a lifelong New Mexican and is passionate about giving back to the state that shaped her.
Shahnaz is of counsel to the firm, specializing in the area of Family law. She was born in Amman, Jordan, raised in Dallas, Texas, and now resides in Arizona. In addition to her J.D., earned in 2016 from Summit Law School, Shahnaz holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from The University of North Texas and a Master of Legal Studies degree from Arizona State University College of Law. Prior to pursuing her love for Law, Shahnaz embraced her passion for advocacy for many years as the owner of a private school in Tempe, AZ and as a social worker specializing in juvenile justice. Shahnaz has since devoted herself to the practice of Family law. She is trained in General Mediation and Family Law Mediation and is the founder of Achieve Mediation, LLC in Phoenix, AZ. Her compassion, empathy, and strengths in settlement and negotiation have earned her respect from her clients and peers.
Danielle is a born and raised native of Albuquerque, NM. She has been a Legal Assistant with the Weems Law Firm for over a decade. Informed by her studies in Early Childhood Education at CNM, Danielle provides assistance in the case management for all of the Civil, Guardian ad Litem, and Family law cases.
Jennifer received her Paralegal degree from Lamson College in Tempe, AZ. She has over 22 years of experience in the legal field. Jennifer joined the Weems Law Firm as a Paralegal in 2000. She provides a supportive role to Mr. Weems in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death. Jennifer assists in the gathering and analyzing of medical documents, drafting pleadings, preparing settlement documentation and communicating with clients.
Saige became a part of the Weems Law Firm shortly after graduating from Occidental College in Los Angeles, CA with a Bachelor of Arts in English. As the Office Manager, Saige handles the day to day office administration of the Weems Law Firm. She also works closely with Danielle and Jennifer in the management of client billing accounts and can answer any billing-related questions you may have.
Bridget graduated with Honors from the UNM School of Law in 2020. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Washington in 2004, where she also completed the ROTC program and was commissioned an Air Force Officer. Bridget’s military service landed her in Albuquerque, where she led human resources for the Air Force Research Lab and served as a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator. After her Air Force life, Bridget founded Nest Realty and grew it to Albuquerque’s top 10% by always, carefully representing her clients’ best interests. Bridget is a skilled negotiator. As a certified mediator and ombudsman, she facilitated confidential, neutral, non-escalating dispute resolution. She served two terms on the Board of Directors for the Greater Albuquerque Association of Realtors and was an involved member of Albuquerque Economic Development where she collaborated with economic leaders and legislators to attract out-of-state business investment. As a Veteran, mother, and passionate advocate for humanity, Bridget truly stands for justice and well-being for all.