Atty. Eric M. Sommer

Atty. Eric M. Sommer

Eric M. Sommer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Eric M. Sommer at a glance

Eric M. Sommer is a business and litigation attorney based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, practicing at Sommer Udall Law Firm. Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Litigation (Santa Fe) (2015). Serands clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Eric M. Sommer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation
  • Eric M., who practices law in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has been recognized since 2010
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Eric M. Sommer's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Eric M. Sommer is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Santa Fe 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 M. Sommer

Where is Eric M. Sommer's law office located?
Eric M. Sommer's law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The firm is Sommer Udall Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric M. Sommer handle?
Eric M. Sommer focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
Where did Eric M. Sommer go to law school?
Eric M. Sommer earned their education at (J.D., 1982).
How can I contact Eric M. Sommer for a consultation?
You can contact Eric M. Sommer 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 M. Sommer received?
Eric M. Sommer's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Litigation (Santa Fe).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Litigation (Santa Fe)
- 2015

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