John P. "Jack" Burton

Alex Walker has an active civil litigation practice representing business clients in all types of complex cases in both state and federal courts. He has substantial experience in defending personal injury and products liability cases, and regularly defends companies in litigation over medical device failures, prescription drug injuries, and other products-related litigation, as well as various other types of bodily injury and death claims. In addition, Alex frequently represents businesses in...

Donna M. Connolly is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Native American Law. Donna M., who practices law in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Donna M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kathrin Kinzer-Ellington has practiced law in New Mexico since 1988. She practices in all aspects of property law, including divorce, property division, and business valuation as well as real estate boundary disputes and title disputes. Ms. Kinzer-Ellington is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist. She represents clients in actions involving divorce, child custody, interstate jurisdictional issues, tracing of assets, asset valuation, business valuation, child support, spousal support, appor...

Dan Cron has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for 31 consecutive years in every criminal defense category. With over four decades of legal experience, Dan has established himself as a top criminal defense attorney in New Mexico. Known for his unwavering resolve and meticulous attention to detail, he has built a legacy of trust and respect by successfully handling some of the state’s most challenging cases. Dan’s deep commitment to constitutional rights includes systemic ...

Paula G. Maynes is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. Paula G., who practices law in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paula G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jay F. Stein is a board-certified water law specialist whose practice focuses on water law and related areas of water quality and utility law.Mr. Stein has served clients—including water utility companies, municipalities, and oil and gas companies—in New Mexico, Kansas, Wyoming, Nebraska, Texas, California and Mexico. Prior to co-founding Stein & Brockmann, P.A., he served as counsel to the New Mexico State Engineer and Interstate Stream Commission for nine years. Mr. Stein no...

Mark H. Donatelli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Mark H., who practices law in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been recognized since 1989. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sarah Stevenson is a shareholder in the Natural Resources Department and a litigator representing public entities and private businesses. Her natural resources experience focuses on water law, including water adjudications and interstate water compacts, and Native American law, including natural resource development projects on Native American land. She has advised clients developing projects on Native American land on issues regarding indigenous rights, jurisdiction, and contract formation. ...

J. Brent Moore is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice and Insurance Law. J. Brent, who practices law in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Brent is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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 rat...