Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Taos Legal Representation
Emery Law Firm has provided legal representation in Taos since 1987, specializing in civil matters including real estate, estate planning, and business law. Our practice emphasizes ethical conduct and tailored solutions for clients across northern New Mexico. We prioritize resolving disputes through mediation while maintaining rigorous advocacy when necessary. With decades of experience, we focus on contract drafting, trust administration, and construction law. Our team understands the complexities of probate and real estate transactions, serving property owners, developers, and financial institutions.We no longer offer litigation services but continue to represent clients in alternative dispute resolution forums. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our dedication to understanding both the law and our clients' unique needs. The firm's philosophy balances vigorous advocacy with fair resolutions, guided by principles of integrity and transparency. We serve as mediators and advocates in dispute resolution, drawing on extensive training and experience. Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and healthcare directives, alongside guardianship and conservatorship establishment.
Services
Real Estate
Contracts
Trust Administration
Dispute Resolution
Estate Planning
Probate
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of legal experience in northern New Mexico
- Our team specializes in real estate and estate planning law
- We prioritize ethical conduct and transparent communication
- Alternative dispute resolution expertise reduces litigation needs
- Deep local knowledge serving Taos County clients
Services
Real Estate
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions including purchases, sales, and leases. Our services ensure proper resolution of title, easement, and boundary issues. We represent property owners, developers, and financial institutions in northern New Mexico.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include creating wills, trusts, powers-of-attorney, and healthcare directives. We help establish guardianships and conservatorships while providing guidance on probate and estate administration matters.
Contracts
We draft and review contracts to protect clients' interests before financial commitments. Our expertise includes resolving disputes through mediation and settlement negotiations for both written and oral agreements.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We specialize in resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration rather than litigation. Our attorneys have extensive experience serving as both advocates and mediators in out-of-court settlements.
Probate
We assist with probate processes for wills and intestate estates, including resolving conflicts related to undue influence and mental capacity. Our services cover trust administration and estate management matters.
People
Kelan Emery
Founder
Kelan Emery established the firm in 1987 after beginning his legal career in Taos. He focuses on civil law matters and has extensive experience in real estate transactions and estate planning.
Questions
What legal services do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate transactions, estate planning, contract drafting, alternative dispute resolution, and probate matters in northern New Mexico.
Do you handle litigation cases?
We no longer provide litigation services but focus on alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation to resolve conflicts efficiently.
How long have you served Taos County?
Our firm has provided legal services in Taos since 1987, with over 35 years of experience in local legal matters.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve northern New Mexico, including Taos County and surrounding regions for all our legal practice areas.
Can you help with construction law matters?
Yes, we prepare construction contracts and resolve disputes regarding payment, performance, warranties, and lien claims for residential and commercial projects.