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Atty. Walter E. Stern III

Atty. Walter E. Stern III

Mr. Walter E.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter E. Stern III at a glance

Walter E. Stern III is a Shareholder based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Modrall Sperling. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on environmental, government, adr, and energy. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1982) and United States Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico U.S. Court of Appeals (1986). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Berkeley (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Walter E. Stern III is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, cultural and historic resources, energy and utilities and 12 other areas of law
  • Walter received a degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Walter practices at Modrall Sperling in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

Walter E. Stern III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter E. Stern III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Walter E. Stern III is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New Mexico →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Walter E. Stern III

Where is Walter E. Stern III's law office located?
Walter E. Stern III's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Modrall Sperling. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter E. Stern III handle?
Walter E. Stern III focuses on environmental, government, adr, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Walter E. Stern III practiced law?
Walter E. Stern III has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Walter E. Stern III go to law school?
Walter E. Stern III earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact Walter E. Stern III for a consultation?
You can contact Walter E. Stern III 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 Walter E. Stern III received?
Walter E. Stern III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1982
B.S.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1982
United States Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1986

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