Stefan Chacon represents clients in matters involving health care fraud and abuse, qui-tam actions, compliance, government investigations, licensure, and commercial and civil litigation. He has successfully advised and counseled various clientele, including hospitals, nursing homes, Federally Qualified Health Centers, family medical practices, and dental offices.

In addition to his strong health care practice, Stefan maintains an active commercial litigation practice. He is adept in guiding clients through disputes ranging in size that involve contracts, business torts, government investigations, employment, and corporate governance.

Prior to practicing law, Stefan served in the Peace Corps in Ecuador, where he worked in small business development and microfinance. This experience plays into his legal career as he is detail-oriented, resourceful, efficient, and constructs creative strategies for his clients.

Stefan is affiliated with several professional organizations and regularly presents his expertise at webinars and conferences.

Bar Admissions

• California
• New Mexico
• U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit

Education
J.D., The George Washington University Law School (2009)
B.S., University of LaVerne (2003)

Significant Accomplishments
Represented several healthcare facilities in complex False Claims Act litigation.

Tried multimillion-dollar land dispute case.

Represented multiple healthcare entities with state and federal government investigations, including investigations involving whistleblower complaints, and allegations of false claims.

Represented a variety of different healthcare providers, from primary care physicians to nursing homes, in administrative proceedings before regulatory agencies.

Represented numerous healthcare and other licensees in proceedings before licensing and disciplinary boards, including evidentiary hearings and trials.

Professional Associations

• American Bar Association, Health Law Section, Chair of Litigation and Risk Management Interest Group
• Taos Health Law Roundtable, Chair and Co-Founder
• New Mexico State Bar, Health Law Section, Former Chair
• American Bar Association, Health Law Section, Former Vice-Chair of Coordinating Committee on Diversity (2013-2019)
• New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association, Board of Directors (2010 â?? 2015)

Professional Activities and Experience
Accolades

• SuperLawyers, Southwest Rising Star (2018-2020)