New Mexico Upstream Oil and Gas Regulation: Overview
A Practice Note providing an overview of the regulatory framework for upstream oil and gas development in New Mexico. This Practice Note discusses the roles and responsibilities of key state and federal agencies, including the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission (OCC), Oil…
Modrall Sperling elects new shareholder
Modrall Sperling is pleased to announce that Bayard Roberts IV has been elected as a shareholder at the firm. Bayard practices in the Transactions Department, where he focuses…
Tomas Garcia sworn in as Secretary-Treasurer of the State Bar of New Mexico
Modrall Sperling shareholder Tomas Garcia was sworn in as Secretary-Treasurer of the State Bar of New Mexico at the New Mexico Supreme Court on December 10, 2025, along…
Tomas Garcia selected to National Conference of Bar Presidents’ Diversity Scholars Program
Modrall Sperling shareholder Tomas Garcia has been selected to participate in the National Conference of Bar Presidents’ Diversity Scholars Program. Tomas currently serves on the State Bar of…
Modrall Sperling ranked by Best Law Firms® in 38 practice areas for 2026
Modrall Sperling has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers®, regionally in 38 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings celebrate firms that have consistently demonstrated excellence in legal expertise and industry knowledge. Each firm included…
Modrall Sperling recognized by Benchmark Litigation
Modrall Sperling has been recognized as a leading law firm in New Mexico and awarded the “highly recommended” designation by Benchmark Litigation. In addition, Benchmark has named fifteen firm lawyers as star individuals. Benchmark Litigation publishes a comprehensive annual guide to America’s…
Jennifer Noya named 2025 NMDLA Outstanding Civil Defense Lawyer of the Year
Modrall Sperling shareholder Jennifer Noya received the 2025 Outstanding Civil Defense Lawyer of the Year Award at the New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association’s Annual Meeting on September 19….
Five associate attorneys join Modrall Sperling
Modrall Sperling welcomes Jack Cahill, Jeff Goodwin, Damon Nieto, Emma Palmer and Emily Windsor to the firm as associate attorneys. Jack Cahill practices in the Litigation Department, where he assists with matters involving personal injury claims, commercial disputes, and real estate. After…
36 Modrall Sperling attorneys listed in Best Lawyers in America®, seven named 2026 “Lawyer of the Year”
Seven Modrall Sperling attorneys have been named 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in America®. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated market is honored with this recognition. Attorneys listed by Best Lawyers are reviewed by their peers…
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Key Provisions Affecting Nonprofit Organizations
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) introduces significant changes to the tax code that will have notable effects on nonprofit corporations and charitable giving. While the legislation includes provisions designed to encourage individual charitable contributions, it also imposes new restrictions…