How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Doña Ana County, New Mexico?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Doña Ana County.
We found 15 estate law firms serving Doña Ana County. Doña Ana County is part of the Southwest New Mexico region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Doña Ana County Doña Ana County Probate Court.
New Mexico allows informal probate, so many families settle straightforward estates in Doña Ana County without hiring an attorney. A probate attorney earns the fee when the estate is contested, includes a business or out-of-state real estate, has unclear or insolvent debts, or when beneficiaries disagree.
Probate attorney fees in New Mexico are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%NMSA § 45-3-715(A)(21) (PR may employ attorneys and compensate them as admin expense); § 45-3-720 (expenses in estate litigation, incl. reasonable attorney fees); no statutory percentageVerified Jun 11, 2026 to 4%NMSA § 45-3-715(A)(21) (PR may employ attorneys and compensate them as admin expense); § 45-3-720 (expenses in estate litigation, incl. reasonable attorney fees); no statutory percentageVerified Jun 11, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Doña Ana County firm to quote a structure up front.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Doña Ana County Probate Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
Southwest New Mexico Firms
Benting Crumley Law, LLC
FirmBenting Crumley Law serves Luna, Grant, and Sierra counties from their Deming office. Tyler Benting focuses on estate planning, probate, real estate, and business law. He earned his J.D. and a master's in personal financial planning from Texas Tech University.
Location
115 E Ash StDeming, NM 88030
Phone
(575) 546-6300
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateReal EstateBusiness Planning
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The Law Offices of Dana M. Kyle, P.A.
Solo PracticeDana M. Kyle has over 30 years' experience in estate planning, business, and real estate law, serving southern New Mexico for over 20 years. The firm has earned the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Location
318 W. Organ Ave.Las Cruces, NM 88005
Phone
(575) 525-0020
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E-Law, P.C.
FirmCelebrating 30 years in business, E-Law specializes in estate planning and elder law services. Michele Ungvarsky is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Elder Counsel, and Wealth Counsel.
Location
1340 Picacho Hills DrLas Cruces, NM 88007
Phone
(575) 556-2462
Estate PlanningElder LawProbateTrust AdministrationGuardianshipConservatorshipMedicaid Planning
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Lopez, Dietzel & Perkins, P.C.
FirmEstablished in 1973, Lopez, Dietzel & Perkins serves Grant County and surrounding southwest New Mexico communities. Four attorneys provide broad general practice coverage with estate planning and elder law handled primarily by Cathryn L. Wallace.
Location
1311 N Grant StSilver City, NM 88062
Phone
(575) 538-2925
Established
1973
Estate PlanningProbateElder LawGuardianshipReal EstateBusiness Planning
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Rio Grande Estate Planning, LLC
FirmRio Grande Estate Planning serves southern New Mexico including Las Cruces, Silver City, Deming, and Alamogordo. The firm provides comprehensive estate planning services focused on wills, trusts, and probate.
Location
212 W Hadley Ave, Suite ALas Cruces, NM 88011
Phone
(575) 650-8739
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbate
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S. Bert Atkins Law Office, P.C.
Solo PracticeS. Bert Atkins Law Office is located in Alamogordo and specializes in estate planning, business law, and family law. The firm assists with preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other advance directives, and helps identify ways to avoid probate.
Location
414 E 10th St, Suite DAlamogordo, NM 88310
Phone
(575) 437-3042
Established
1996
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Streeter Law Firm, LLC
FirmFounded in 2020, Streeter Law Firm provides estate planning and probate services throughout southern New Mexico including Las Cruces, Deming, Silver City, Truth or Consequences, Ruidoso, Roswell, Socorro, and Albuquerque. Both attorneys are former judges with significant courtroom experience.
Location
1100 S Main St, Suite 100Las Cruces, NM 88005
Phone
(575) 524-6893
Established
2020
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateTrust Administration
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Townsend Allala, Coulter & Kludt, PLLC
FirmTACK is an elder law and estate planning firm based in El Paso, TX that actively serves southern New Mexico communities including Truth or Consequences (Sierra County), Socorro, and other rural areas. The firm handles court hearings across multiple NM counties, specializing in Medicaid planning and asset protection for the elderly.
Location
El PasoEl Paso, TX 79902
Phone
(915) 533-0007
Established
2009
Estate PlanningElder LawMedicaid PlanningProbateTrustsPowers Of Attorney
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Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout New Mexico.
The Law Office of Cristy J. Carbon-Gaul
FirmCristy J. Carbon-Gaul leads a firm focused exclusively on estate planning and related matters with over 20 years of experience. The firm serves clients throughout New Mexico, from Albuquerque to Las Cruces.
Location
10143 4th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87114
Phone
(505) 899-5696
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrustsGuardianshipConservatorshipFiduciary Services
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Cuddy & McCarthy, LLP
FirmFounded in Santa Fe in 1917, Cuddy & McCarthy has been a full-service law firm for over 100 years, providing comprehensive estate planning services to help individuals and families prepare for the future.
Location
1701 Old Pecos TrailSanta Fe, NM 87505
Phone
(505) 988-4476
Established
1917
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationWillsTrustsFiduciary Matters
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Modrall Sperling
FirmModrall Sperling has extensive experience representing clients through all stages of the estate planning process, from planning and drafting a will, or a trust in combination with a will, to the probate and administration of the estate. Two shareholders are Fellows of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC).
Location
500 Fourth Street NW, Suite 1000Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone
(505) 848-1800
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationWillsTrustsTax Planning
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New Mexico Legal Group
FirmNew Mexico Legal Group has served New Mexico families with estate planning and probate administration for over 23 years. The firm maintains offices in both Albuquerque and Las Cruces, serving clients statewide.
Location
2701 Arizona Street NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
Phone
(505) 843-7303
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateTrust Administration
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New Mexico Probate & Estate Lawyers, LLC
FirmA probate litigation-focused firm that represents clients in contested and uncontested probate across all New Mexico courts. Kevin Holmes in Albuquerque and Eric Ortiz in Santa Fe bring over 40 years of combined trial experience. The firm represents personal representatives, heirs, creditors, and interested persons in probate-related disputes.
Location
AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque, NM 87102
Phone
(505) 370-1500
Service Area
Statewide
ProbateProbate LitigationTrust LitigationEstate AdministrationGuardianship
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Pregenzer, Baysinger, Wideman & Sale, PC
FirmPBWS is a women-owned, women-led firm with over 170 years of combined experience. The attorneys focus on legal matters related to wills, trusts, probate, guardianships, and fiduciary litigation.
Location
2424 Louisiana Blvd NE, Suite 200Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone
(505) 872-0505
Established
2008
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationGuardianshipFiduciary LitigationBusiness PlanningElder Law
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Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin, & Robb, P.A.
FirmRodey Law Firm provides a variety of estate planning and probate services, including representing clients in trust and estate litigation. One of New Mexico's most established law firms with 65+ lawyers. 34 lawyers listed in 2026 Best Lawyers in America.
Location
201 3rd Street NW, Suite 2200Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone
(505) 765-5900
Established
1883
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationProbate LitigationWillsTrusts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The New Mexico self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
New Mexico uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Doña Ana County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: June 2026.
Doña Ana County Probate Court
Doña Ana County
845 N. Motel Blvd., Room 1-201
Las Cruces, NM 88007
Phone:
575-525-6132Fax:
575-525-6159
Email:
judithb@donaana.govHours:
Office: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Judge available Tuesday - Thursday, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
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