Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Santa Fe, NM
Founded in 1948, The Jones Firm has dedicated over seven decades to providing exceptional legal representation across New Mexico. Our team of New Mexico-based attorneys combines deep local knowledge with extensive experience in complex litigation and regulatory matters. We serve clients in diverse practice areas including business law, civil litigation, and personal injury, prioritizing practical solutions tailored to individual needs. Rooted in Santa Fe, we maintain strong ties to the state capital while handling cases statewide from Las Cruces to Clovis. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in their fields, holding AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and consistently appearing in Best Lawyers in America.We are committed to community service, having played pivotal roles in landmark cases affecting civil rights, education, and capital punishment reform. Our approach emphasizes accessibility and client-centered advocacy, balancing tenacious representation with compassionate counsel. With a proven track record in both state and federal courts, we deliver strategic legal solutions grounded in New Mexico's unique legal landscape. Our reputation for excellence is built on decades of successful outcomes in high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters.
Services
Business Law
Civil Litigation
Employment Law
Personal Injury
Estate Planning
Criminal Defense
Regulatory Representation
Wage Disputes
Healthcare Law
White Collar Defense
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We have 70+ years of experience in New Mexico's legal landscape
- Our attorneys hold AV Preeminent peer review ratings
- We combine local knowledge with national-caliber legal expertise
- Our team includes Southwest SuperLawyers and Best Lawyers honorees
- We maintain a strong track record in complex state and federal litigation
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- Best Lawyers in America
- U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firms
What people say
Proven track record
Community advocacy
Expert representation
Local knowledge
Peer recognition
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice handles entity formation, contract disputes, and complex commercial litigation. We represent companies across industries in transactional matters and courtroom advocacy. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel for business growth and risk management.
Civil Litigation
We handle diverse civil litigation matters including contract disputes, real estate conflicts, and constitutional challenges. Our team has extensive trial experience in state and federal courts across New Mexico's legal landscape.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice covers auto accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. We advocate for clients with compassion while pursuing maximum compensation through settlements or trial litigation.
Estate Planning
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, and probate representation. Our attorneys help families create customized plans for asset protection and dispute resolution.
Regulatory Law
We represent regulated entities in telecommunications, energy, and utilities before state regulators and courts. Our practice includes administrative law proceedings and regulatory compliance strategies.
People
Jerry Todd Wertheim
Attorney
Jerry Todd Wertheim specializes in business law, civil litigation, and employment disputes. With extensive trial experience, he represents clients in complex legal matters across New Mexico.
Carol A. Clifford
Attorney
Carol A. Clifford focuses on business law, regulatory representation, and estate planning. She provides strategic counsel to clients in both transactional and litigation matters.
Questions
What areas of law does The Jones Firm practice?
We handle business law, civil litigation, personal injury, employment disputes, estate planning, regulatory matters, and white collar defense across New Mexico.
How long has The Jones Firm been in practice?
Our firm has served New Mexico since 1948, providing legal representation for over 70 years.
Do you handle cases outside Santa Fe?
Yes, we represent clients throughout New Mexico from Las Cruces to Clovis and everywhere in between.
What recognition has the firm received?
We maintain AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and are consistently recognized in Best Lawyers in America and U.S. News Best Law Firms.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 505.982.0011 to discuss your legal needs with our experienced attorneys.
