Atty. Eric Lyon Burton

Atty. Eric Lyon Burton

Eric Lyon Burton is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and gift taxation, business planning and 6 other areas of law. Eric received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric Lyon Burton at a glance

Eric Lyon Burton is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Burton Law, Ltd., Co.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1997), Nevada (2002), Nevada New Mexico (2002), and Arizona (2015). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Taxation, 1998) and Indiana University (B.S. University, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Nevada State Bar of New Mexico State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Lyon Burton is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and gift taxation, business planning and 6 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Eric practices at Burton Law, Ltd., Co. in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Lyon Burton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Lyon Burton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Eric Lyon Burton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Mexico →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Eric Lyon Burton is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Mexico →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

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 Albuquerque 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Lyon Burton

Where is Eric Lyon Burton's law office located?
Eric Lyon Burton's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Burton Law, Ltd., Co.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Lyon Burton handle?
Eric Lyon Burton focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Eric Lyon Burton practiced law?
Eric Lyon Burton has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Eric Lyon Burton go to law school?
Eric Lyon Burton earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1998); (B.S. University, 1993).
How can I contact Eric Lyon Burton for a consultation?
You can contact Eric Lyon Burton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Eric Lyon Burton received?
Eric Lyon Burton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1998
B.S. University
Indiana University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1997
Nevada
Admitted: 2002
Nevada New Mexico
Admitted: 2002
Arizona
Admitted: 2015
Arizona
Admitted: 2015

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