Atty. Joel Matthew Young

Atty. Joel Matthew Young

Mr. Joel Matthew Young is a lawyer practicing administrative law, appeals, civil litigation and 11 other areas of law.

Placitas Placitas 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (505) 886-8874 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joel Matthew Young at a glance

Joel Matthew Young is a probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and real estate attorney based in Placitas, New Mexico. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (2008) and Pennsylvania (2015). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 2008) and San Diego State University (B.A. University, 1992). Serands clients in Placitas, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joel Matthew Young is a lawyer practicing administrative law, appeals, civil litigation and 11 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Joel practices in Placitas, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Matthew Young's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Matthew Young handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Joel Matthew Young is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in New Mexico →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joel Matthew Young is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Mexico →

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.

Joel Matthew Young is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Mexico →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Joel Matthew Young is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Mexico →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joel Matthew Young is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Placitas 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 Joel Matthew Young

Where is Joel Matthew Young's law office located?
Joel Matthew Young's law practice is located in Placitas, New Mexico. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Matthew Young handle?
Joel Matthew Young focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Joel Matthew Young practiced law?
Joel Matthew Young has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Joel Matthew Young go to law school?
Joel Matthew Young earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. University, 1992).
How can I contact Joel Matthew Young for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 2008
B.A. University
San Diego State University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 2008
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2015

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