“Cynthia, I can’t tell you how thankful that I am for all of your work involved with my DWI case and finally being found not-guilty! I honestly thought that I didn’t have much of a chance but you were always supportive as well as honest with me about our case. When we talked in your office or in the courtroom, you knew in detail all of the evidence and all of the angles of examination. I know that you must have many many clients, but I sincerely felt like I was the most important one. I thank you again for your representation and wish you good luck with all of your other cases.”
- D.P., Albuquerque
“Cynthia managed my case with courteous professionalism. Her responses to my inquiries were always timely, along with those of her assistant. Cynthia’s careful attention to detail placed us in the best possible position to achieve the eventual positive outcome for the case – she made all the right ‘moves’.”
- M.S., Albuquerque
“I would like to express my gratitude for the exemplary legal representation provided by you in my recent case. Your knowledge of the law and superior trial abilities resulted in a favorable decision. Without your expertise the outcome would certainly have been to my detriment. Thank you again and I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone needing excellent legal representation.”
- D.C., Albuquerque
“Thank you so much for your work on my case. Your knowledge of the appropriate laws and rules proved exceptional and caused the state’s prosecutor to have no idea what was going on. You definitely know what you’re doing and I was constantly impressed with how you worked on my DWI case. Thanks again, I really appreciate it. You earned every dollar!”
- N.S., Albuquerque
“Words cannot express my gratitude to Cynthia and Darla and all others who worked so hard on my behalf in my recent case with your firm. The outcome was all that I could have hoped for, but really did not expect. Their encouragement to hang in there when it looked hopeless to me was so helpful.”
- R.B., Albuquerque
“The experience with Cynthia Payne was very pleasant. I was informed on each of the court hearings regarding my case and was told what events unfolded after each hearing. The final verdict, of course, was in my favor and Cynthia Payne was professional and courteous durning this whole ordeal.”
- V.P., Albuquerque
“Thank you for your help in my case. Your professionalism and knowledge of the New Mexico legal system ensured the appropriate outcome of my case. I would recommend anyone finding themselves in this situation contact you and your staff for compassionate and skillful service. Thank you again for giving me my life back.”
- K.K., Albuquerque
“I am so very grateful to you that my case was dismissed! Thanks to your expertise and a bit of luck and prayers…it happened…and I sincerely appreciate all of that.”
- K.O., Woodbury, MN.
“I am writing to thank you for defending my son against a DWI aggravated charge. It is very clear to me now that having an attorney that specializes in DWI cases greatly increases the likelihood of a favorable outcome. From the initial phone contact your knowledge of the law and DWI case law impressed me. I knew that you had the specialized knowledge and ability to argue this case and as a result you were able to defend my son so that the DWI charge was dismissed. I was also very impressed by your staff especially Mary Cordova, your Paralegal. Thank you again for your time and services.”
- K.O., Woodbury, MN.
“I just wanted to take a moment and get a few lines to you. First of all, thanks so much, not only for handling the charges filed against me for aggravated DWI 3rd offense, No Registration, No Insurance and Leaving the Scene of an Accident, but also the willingness to work with me on a workable payment schedule. You really went the extra mile in disproving the state’s case and in cross examining the state’s witnesses and subsequently getting all of the charges dropped. I was truly impressed with your skill at litigation. Your concern for my welfare and encouragement during the whole process really helped make a difficult time bearable. Thanks”
- B.C., Albuquerque
“David Crum and his office staff were simply a superb support for me during a very difficult time. David’s skill and expertise in the area of DWI defense was overwhelmingly evident in the courtroom, and resulted in my case being dismissed. David had a clear and confident manner and legal expertise that was impressive and solid. I would recommend him to anyone who is in search of a lawyer who is fair, skilled, and ethical. Many thanks for this experience.”
- K.M., Albuquerque
“Thanks again for your excellent performance yesterday in court and all the months of preparation. I can’t tell you how much it means to not have the DWI hanging over my head anymore. It is priceless for my professional future. I know from watching you and others from your firm over the past nine months, that I did hire the best attorney and law firm in New Mexico . Your firm provides professional services with a personal touch. It was nice to know that, in addition to personal support from you, that I had two assistants and your fellow attorneys calling me and keeping my informed on your progress every step of the way through a somewhat difficult case (especially since I wasn’t even physically in New Mexico for most of the proceedings). You and your attorneys are articulate, prepared, convincing, and have an in-depth knowledge of the law. I knew I selected the right law firm and lawyer when the judge said, ‘Mr. Crum, I’ll save you the time for your closing remarks. She’s not guilty.’ Thanks again!!! I told you I’d send you a testimonial!”
- V.S., Albuquerque

