Shaharazad McDowell Booth | شهرزاد بوث

About Attorney

Shaharazad McDowell Booth (known as Sherry) is a New Mexico-based attorney specializing in criminal defense, divorce, custody, child support, and personal injury cases. She has extensive expertise in DWI defense, drawing from her prior experience as a prosecutor for over seven years. During her time as a prosecutor, she handled complex criminal cases, including several first-degree murder and kidnapping prosecutions. She has also prosecuted a full range of DWI cases and trained law enforcement officers on trial advocacy and DWI procedures.

Recognition & Experience

Domestic Violence Prosecutor of the Year – 2012

Community Hero Award – 2015 (Domestic Violence Advocacy)

Over 7 years of experience as a New Mexico prosecutor

Specialist in DWI, family law, and criminal litigation

Trained police officers on DWIs and courtroom strategy

Education & Memberships

Juris Doctor – University of Arkansas Bowen School of Law, 2011

Bachelor of Arts – Communications & Political Science

Member – New Mexico State Bar

Member – New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Client Commitment

Sherry McDowell Booth is committed to fiercely protecting her clients’ rights while offering practical, compassionate counsel. Her rare combination of prosecutorial experience and defense insight allows her to build strong, strategic cases for her clients in both criminal and family law matters.