Closely Held Business & More Attorney · Serving Albuquerque, NM · 51+ Years Experience
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About John E. Heer III at a Glance
John E. Heer III is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Laflin, Pick & Heer, P.A.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1975), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and New Mexico (1983). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1982) and University of Louisville (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of New Mexico (Former Director and Chair, Taxation Section) American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John E. Heer III
- Mr. John E. Heer III is a lawyer practicing employee benefits/erisa, tax, closely held business and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Louisville in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- John practices at Laflin, Pick & Heer, P.A. in Albuquerque, NM
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John E. Heer III's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Heer III handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albuquerque.
Probate in Albuquerque
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Estate Planning & Probate in Albuquerque
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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Employment Law in Albuquerque
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John E. Heer III is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Mexico →
Business & Corporate Law in Albuquerque
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John E. Heer III is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Mexico →
Tax Law in Albuquerque
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
John E. Heer III is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New Mexico →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albuquerque
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 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.
Albuquerque Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albuquerque-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 Albuquerque Choose John E. Heer III
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 John E. Heer III's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, employment, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John E. Heer III brings 51+ 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 Kentucky, U.S. Supreme Court, and U.S. Tax Court, John E. Heer III can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and employment, John E. Heer III can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albuquerque
A Albuquerque-based practice means John E. Heer III 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 John E. Heer III Handles in Albuquerque
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