Michael Duran is Partner at the Albuquerque office of Singleton Schreiber, where he brings over two decades of extensive litigation experience to the firm’s Personal Injury practice group. Mr. Duran is a lifelong New Mexican and has strong ties to northern New Mexico where his family can be traced back for several generations. His comprehensive background in handling personal injury cases at both state and federal levels includes automobile collisions, trucking accidents, premises liability, and motorcycle collisions. Before joining Singleton Schreiber, Mr. Duran served as the Managing Litigation Attorney at a prominent plaintiff law firm in Albuquerque for more than 17 years. In this role, he managed attorneys across the firm, filed and litigated numerous cases in New Mexico up and through trial. In that time, Mr. Duran took over a dozen cases to trial and verdict. His responsibilities also included supervising support staff and participating in extensive litigation activities. Earlier in his career, Mr. Duran served as an Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney at Stiff & Associates, Miller Stratvert LLP, and Houliston and Associates in Albuquerque, NM. In these positions, he litigated a wide range of insurance cases, maintaining a substantial caseload and fulfilling extensive litigation responsibilities including discovery, depositions, motions practice, and mediations. Mr. Duran earned his Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law, where he made the Dean’s List and received a Certificate in Basic Mediation. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Management and Information Systems from the University of Phoenix. An active member of several prestigious legal associations, Mr. Duran serves on the Board of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers and is a member of the National Trial Lawyers, the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, the American Association for Justice, and the National Hispanic Bar Association. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Mr. Duran leverages his language skills to effectively communicate and advocate for a diverse range of clients. Outside of his legal practice, Michael enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, cooking, eating, and traveling. He and his wife, Laura, are blessed with a blended family of six adult children, their spouses, and grandchildren.

Suzanne Fortner is an Associate Attorney at Singleton Schreiber's Farmington, New Mexico office, where she focuses her practice on personal injury cases. A former criminal prosecutor turned defense and family law attorney, Suzanne brings diverse trial experience and a deep-rooted passion for seeking justice on behalf of her clients and her community. Suzanne's legal career has been defined by her commitment to advocating for those whose voices are often overlooked. After beginning her career in private practice, she dedicated significant time to representing women who were victims of domestic violence, an experience that ignited her passion for fighting on behalf of victims who are marginalized or ignored by society. This foundation in criminal prosecution, defense, and family law has equipped her with the courtroom skills and empathy necessary to effectively represent personal injury clients seeking accountability and justice. A proud New Mexican, Suzanne earned both her Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in Theatre Acting and her Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico. She is admitted to practice in the State of New Mexico. Beyond her legal practice, Suzanne is deeply engaged with New Mexico's art and entertainment community. She volunteers her time as both an attorney and performer with local theatre and film studios whenever the opportunity arises, reflecting her belief in giving back to the community she loves and the state she calls home.

Samantha Drum is an Attorney in the Personal Injury Department at Singleton Schreiber New Mexico, where she advocates for clients affected by car accidents, trucking accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, medical malpractice, instances of wrongful death, and other personal injury matters. With deep roots in northern New Mexico, Samantha brings determination, compassion, and a strong sense of justice to every case she handles. Samantha legal career is centered on being a champion for justice. She has represented personal injury clients throughout New Mexico, gaining valuable experience in litigation and client advocacy. Samantha is passionate about ensuring her clients are supported throughout the legal process and is committed to achieving meaningful outcomes on their behalf. Samantha earned her Juris Doctor from The University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Law, where she served as a Citations Editor and Associate Editor for the Natural Resources Journal and was named to the Honor Roll. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Philosophy from UNM, where she was a Dean’s List student and a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Demonstrating her resilience and drive, Samantha passed the New Mexico Bar Exam just six days after giving birth to her first child. She is admitted to practice in the State of New Mexico and the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico. She is also an active member of the Albuquerque Bar Association and the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association. Outside of the office, Samantha enjoys baking fresh-milled bread, cooking, singing, listening to audiobooks, and raising her children alongside her husband, Matthew.

Tyson grew up in Valencia County raising livestock for 4-H and FFA, while working in his parent small business. While not always appreciating the hard work as a child he grew to respect the lessons of hard work and dedication to create the best quality of work. Tyson worked in his parents small business as they first opened the doors though college. This gave him an understanding of the hard work and pride New Mexicans put into their businesses and that there is rarely an actual day off for a business owner. This is why he is passionate about helping small businesses grow and protect everything they have worked for. This includes passing your life's work to your heirs as you see fit and not how a court or others may see fit. Tyson graduated with bachelor’s from the University of New Mexico, Anderson School of Business with a concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies. He eventually wanted to make even more of an impact on his community and decided to attend law school. Tyson attended Arizona Summit School of Law where he was able to graduate a semester early. During that time, he volunteered to teach children in underprivileged schools and detention centers. Tyson currently lives with his wife and five rescue dogs in their East Mountain home.

Marisa Ong is Senior Counsel at Singleton Schreiber, where she is part of the firm’s Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Mass Torts, and Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking practice groups.

Alexander F. Flores is Senior Counsel at Singleton Schreiber’s New Mexico office, where he focuses on mass tort claims, wildfire litigation, catastrophic personal injury and wrongful deaths, and cases under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), including litigation in the U.S. Court of Claims. With a distinguished career as a federal prosecutor and military officer, Alex brings extensive experience in high-stakes litigation, having completed 17 federal jury trials. He is dedicated to advocating for justice, particularly in complex criminal and civil cases, and has a proven track record in both the courtroom and in legal leadership. Prior to joining Singleton Schreiber, Alexander served as a Supervisory Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice in Albuquerque where he led a team of prosecutors handling violent crime cases, including homicides, sexual assaults, kidnapping, and firearms offenses. He also focused on Indian Country crimes, working to improve public safety in New Mexico’s Native communities. Alex forged deep relationships with Tribal leaders and law enforcement, and helped the Department of Justice to increase training, strengthen inter-governmental relationships, and improve the tempo and quality of investigations and prosecutions of crimes with a focus on Mission and Murdered Indigenous Persons and sexual assault cases. Prior to his appointment as a Supervisor, Alex personally prosecuted nearly 200 federal felony cases, including successful outcomes in appeals to the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. Alex’s military experience further complements his legal expertise. He served twelve years in the United States Marine Corps, holding several key positions, including in the Office of the Chief Prosecutor of Military Commissions, as a prosecutor in Okinawa, Japan, an Aide-de-Camp, acting supervisory prosecutor, and complex trial prosecutor for all Marine units in the western U.S., where he led high-profile, special victim, and other significant cases. After transitioning to the reserves, he served as a law of war instructor, a supervisory prosecutor for the Department of Defense’s busiest prosecution office, and an administrative separations board hearing officer. In late 2024, Alex joined the New Mexico Air National Guard, where he now serves as Deputy Staff Judge Advocate, advising Wing leadership on military justice, operational law, and ethics, and ensuring compliance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Earlier in his career, he clerked for New Mexico Supreme Court Justice Edward L. Chávez—an experience that further refined his ability to navigate complex legal matters with discipline and strategic insight. In addition to his legal practice, Alexander is actively involved in community and legal service organizations. He serves as a trustee for the Albuquerque Community Foundation, a Commissioner for the New Mexico Access to Justice Commission, and as a New Mexico Supreme Court appointee to the Access to Justice Fund Grant Committee. He is also a former Vice President of the New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association and has held leadership roles in various local organizations. Alex’s awards and recognition over the years include being recognized locally by Albuquerque Business First as the single “Most Outstanding Under 30” honoree in its annual “40 Under Forty” awards in 2013, and nationally as a Top Lawyer Under 40 Honoree by the Hispanic National Bar Association in 2021. Alexander earned his Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law, where he was recognized with both the Dean’s Award and Faculty Award. He also holds a Master's in Public Affairs from Princeton University and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Political Science from The George Washington University.

Kristina Aiad-Toss is a Counsel in the mass torts, sexual assault and human trafficking, and personal injury practice groups.

Brian S. Colón is the Managing Partner of Singleton Schreiber’s New Mexico offices, leading a team of over 35 professionals across several locations in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Las Vegas, Los Lunas, and Mora. The firm’s work spans a wide spectrum of legal services, including wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice, products liability, environmental law, insurance bad faith, and complex transactional negotiations. No matter the area, Brian and his team are steadfastly committed to protecting the most vulnerable and securing meaningful justice for its clients. With over 30 years of combined legal, public service, nonprofit leadership, and community advocacy experience, Mr. Colón exemplifies a servant-leader approach to law and governance. Mr. Colón’s dynamic leadership has helped expand the firm’s footprint and deepen its commitment to justice and equity in communities across New Mexico. He also draws on longstanding professional relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials, offering clients unique access to trusted public-sector partners who can help address their most pressing legal and organizational challenges.  Mr. Colón previously served as a statewide elected official as New Mexico State Auditor (2018–2022), where he led the most significant financial recovery in the office’s history, securing over $13 million for seniors defrauded by insurance intermediaries. He also initiated the first compliance audit of state facilities for ADA parking and access standards, resulting in widespread remediation. His tenure was marked by fearless oversight, bipartisan accountability, and systemic improvements in government transparency. A lifelong New Mexican raised in Valencia County, Mr. Colón was the first in his family to earn a college degree, graduating with a B.S. in Finance from New Mexico State University and later earning his J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law. He is also a Certified Fraud Examiner. Mr. Colón is recognized statewide for his robust civic engagement, mentorship of emerging leaders, and fundraising expertise. A compelling keynote speaker and advocate for equity, Mr. Colón brings his personal story and lived experience to every endeavor, including his advocacy for those with disabilities. His commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession has been evident throughout his career. Mr. Colón is a longtime member and board director of the New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association (NMHBA), a board of trustee member for the Albuquerque Community Foundation (ACF) and the New Mexico Community Trust (NMCT), and founder and co-chair of the UNM/NMHBA Law Camp, which has empowered aspiring New Mexico attorneys since 2003. He has served on NM Judicial Selection Commissions, the State Bar of New Mexico’s Committee on Diversity, and other initiatives to expand opportunity and representation in the legal system. Nationally, he serves as First Vice President and is a Lifetime Member of the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO), supporting Latino leadership across the country, as well as a NAACP Silver Life Member.

Jacob Payne is a senior counsel in our New Mexico offices and a member of both our Fire Litigation and our Personal Injury and Wrongful Death practice groups. An accomplished trial attorney, Mr. Payne served the people of New Mexico as a government lawyer in multiple capacities before bringing his litigation skills and public entity experience to Singleton Schreiber.

Robert J. Sánchez is a Senior Counsel in the Fire Litigation practice group in the New Mexico offices of Singleton Schreiber, where he draws upon his experience litigating complex civil disputes across many subject areas, including catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death, professional liability, medical malpractice, products liability, construction defect, construction bond claims, insurance bad faith, premise liability, and appellate law.