Atty. Edwin B. Tatum
Edwin B. Tatum is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Clovis, NM · 58+ Years Experience
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About Edwin B. Tatum at a Glance
Edwin B. Tatum is a Member based in Clovis, New Mexico, practicing at Tatum & McDowell. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1968), U.S. Claims Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1971), New Mexico (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Southern Methodist University (LL.M. Taxation, 1981) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Curry County (Vice-President, 1973-1974 President, 1975-1976), Oklahoma and American Bar Associations State Bar of New Mexico (Director, Section of Taxation) State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Clovis, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edwin B. Tatum
- Edwin B. Tatum is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
- Edwin B. received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Edwin B. practices at Tatum & McDowell in Clovis, NM
Practice Areas Explained
Edwin B. Tatum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edwin B. Tatum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Clovis.
Wills in Clovis
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Trusts in Clovis
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Probate in Clovis
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Estate Planning & Probate in Clovis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Clovis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Clovis
Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Clovis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Clovis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Clovis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Clovis Choose Edwin B. Tatum
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Edwin B. Tatum's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edwin B. Tatum brings 58+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oklahoma, U.S. Claims Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals, and New Mexico, Edwin B. Tatum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Edwin B. Tatum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Clovis
A Clovis-based practice means Edwin B. Tatum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Edwin B. Tatum Handles in Clovis
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