Public Law: Effective Representation of Public Clients (Santa Fe)

This course will introduce students to a broad spectrum of legal issues related to the public law of New Mexico. Legal issues covered will include sources of state law, regulatory and licensing processes, employment and local government law, public torts, administrative and legislative processes, public contracting, governmental ethics, confidentiality of public records, open meetings and the role of legal counsel in a public agency. Emphasis will be placed on New Mexico statutory law and administrative rules as applicable.

Instructors: Paul L. Biderman and Clifford M. Rees