Chambers USA Honors 18 Modrall Sperling Attorneys
…M. Parker was ranked for the 17th consecutive year in both Corporate/Commercial: Tax and Employee Benefits and Compensation prior to his passing in May, 2019. Modrall Sperling received top rankings…
30 Modrall Sperling Shareholders Listed in Best Lawyers®, Nine Named “Lawyer of the Year”
…time. Shareholders named “Best Lawyers” are: Daniel M. Alsup, Public Finance Law Jennifer G. Anderson, Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Healthcare Martha G. Brown, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability Litigation-Defendants Stuart R. Butzier, Environmental…
Construction Law in New Mexico
…the project must file a claim of lien within 90 days after completion of the building. NMSA 1978, § 48-2-6. “Completion” under the statute is interpreted to mean substantial completion,…
The Demise of Deference? Chevron’s and Auer’s Uncertain Future
Introduction: President Trump’s recent executive orders and ongoing commitment to regulatory reform are finding complimentary provisions in the form of a number of bills being considered in Congress. One of…
Max J. Madrid (1967 – 2012)
…the areas of education law, employment, civil rights, personal injury defense, insurance, railroad law and worker’s compensation. A former State Bar Commissioner, Max’s fervent work for his clients and the…
Deducting Entertainment and Meal Expenses After the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
…commentators contributed to the confusion by speculating that meals with clients or prospective clients are “entertainment,” so no deduction would be allowed. This worry spread through the tax advisor community…
An Employee’s Bankruptcy Can Assist New Mexico Employers Defend Against The Employee’s Claims
…filings are available online at www.nmcourt.fed.us. If an employer does not have access to PACER, an employer can obtain information about bankruptcy filings directly from the United States Bankruptcy Court…
Final Clean Water Act Rulemaking: What is a Water of the United States?
…attempted to provide clarity to the regulated community following court decisions, and this rulemaking is the latest and most comprehensive effort. Key Changes in the New Rule: Jurisdictional by Rule:…
New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission Adopts New Produced Water Regulations
On March 12, 2015, the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission formally approved a revision to the Commission’s produced water regulations. The revised Rule repeals and replaces existing Rule 34, which…