Donald A. Don DeCandia

Donald A. Don DeCandia

Commercial Litigation

5.0 (1 reviews)
Santa Fe, New Mexico
36+ years experience
Hartline Barger LLP
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Suite 100, 141 East Palace Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Bio

Don DeCandia brings over 25 years of experience to his primary practice areas of products liability, tort and personal injury, and ERISA litigation. He has litigated complex commercial cases and class actions and has a depth of experience in appellate work. Don believes that listening and attention to detail are key components of a successful practice. He maintains close communications with client contacts to ensure that informed judgment guides key decisions. Don has achieved the highest rating possible from Martindale-Hubbell and is recognized by Best Lawyers in America® and Southwest Super Lawyers®.Don’s extensive experience in ERISA litigation includes representation of life, health and disability insurers, HMOs, self-funded plans, plan sponsors, plan administrators, pension plans, and third-party administrators.Don has handled dozens of products liability cases in the vehicle context, including the defense of several tire manufacturers in tire failure litigation. He has also represented building product and power tool manufacturers, and his practice includes insurance cases and premises liability matters. Many of his cases involve claims for wrongful death and serious personal injury.Don takes an active role in the management of the law firm. He presently serves as Department Head for Litigation, Co-General Counsel for the firm, and a member of the Client Relations Committee. Previously, he was a member of the firm’s Executive Committee (2011-2014), the Chair of the Tort, Products Liability, and Railroad Practice Group, and a member of the Associate, Intake, and Technology Committees. He maintains close communications with client contacts to ensure that informed judgment guides key decisions. Don has achieved the highest rating possible from Martindale-Hubbell and is recognized by Best Lawyers in America® and Southwest Super Lawyers®. Don’s extensive experience in ERISA litigation includes representation of life, health and disability insurers, HMOs, self-funded plans, plan sponsors, plan administrators, pension plans, and third-party administrators. Don has handled dozens of products liability cases in the vehicle context, including the defense of several tire manufacturers in tire failure litigation. He has also represented building product and power tool manufacturers, and his practice includes insurance cases and premises liability matters. Many of his cases involve claims for wrongful death and serious personal injury.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Santa Fe (2025)
  • Recognized: Commercial Litigation
  • Recognized: Insurance Law
  • Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Practice Area: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Practice Area: Litigation - ERISA
  • Practice Area: Litigation - Health Care
  • Practice Area: Litigation - Insurance
  • Practice Area: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
  • Practice Area: Product Liability Litigation
  • Practice Area: Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Southwest Super Lawyers® (derived from a lawyer survey), 2011-present
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated
  • Best Lawyers in America® in Commercial Litigation, 2018

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

  • The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1989

Reviews

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Sarah Johnson

2 weeks ago

A consummate professional for complex commercial litigation

Our company faced a high-stakes products liability dispute that threatened significant financial exposure. Don DeCandia's deep expertise, honed over 25 years in tort and commercial litigation, was immediately evident. He navigated the intricate legal and technical details with precision, and his strategic counsel was invaluable. His recognition in areas like insurance law proved directly relevant to our case's resolution. Mr. DeCandia provided not just exceptional legal skill but also clear, steady guidance throughout. The positive outcome he secured was a direct result of his seasoned professionalism and dedication.

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