About Julie J. Vargas
Julie J. Vargas was an American judge and lawyer.
Julie J. Vargas (born 1968 or 1969) is an American attorney and jurist serving as the chief justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court since 2026. She has served concurrently as a justice of the court since 2021. She is a former judge of the New Mexico Court of Appeals.
Early life and education
Vargas was born and raised in Old Town Albuquerque. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and English literature from Brown University and her Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law.
Career
Vargas worked in private practice, serving more than 20 years at the Albuquerque law firm Hunt & Davis.
Judicial career New Mexico Court of Appeals
Vargas was one of three candidates sent to Governor Susana Martinez to fill the vacancy left by Cynthia Frye who retired in December 2015.
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Who was Julie J. Vargas?
American judge
When was Julie J. Vargas born?
Julie J. Vargas was born in Old Town Albuquerque.
What was Julie J. Vargas's occupation?
Julie J. Vargas was a judge and lawyer.
What nationality was Julie J. Vargas?
Julie J. Vargas was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Julie J. Vargas. https://biography.guide/julie-j-vargas/
MLA: "Julie J. Vargas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/julie-j-vargas/.
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