About William
William Griffin is a attorney based in Ruidoso, New Mexico, with over 20 years of experience in business law, civil rights, municipal law, and real estate law. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2005 and his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California, Berkeley, in 1985. He is admitted to practice in both New Mexico and Oregon. In 2005, Griffin established the Liam Griffin Law Office in Ruidoso, where he offers comprehensive legal services to clients across various sectors. His practice areas include business contracts, business dissolution, business finance, business formation, business litigation, franchising, mergers and acquisitions, partnership and shareholder disputes, civil rights issues such as ADA compliance, discrimination, employment, fair housing, police misconduct, privacy law, municipal law.
Real estate matters encompassing commercial and residential properties, land use and zoning, and water law. He is fluent in both English and Spanish. As a result, the attorney can serve clients effectively. Before founding his own firm, Griffin worked working in general practice, real estate, government, and business law. His extensive background has equipped him to handle many legal challenges, from complex business disputes to civil rights cases and municipal law issues.
His commitment to providing quality legal services has made him a trusted resource in the Ruidoso community. Griffin is an active member of the New Mexico State Bar, having been admitted in 2005. He is also licensed to practice in Oregon, where he has been admitted since 2010. His dual-state licensure allows him to represent clients in both jurisdictions, offering a broad scope of legal expertise. His office is located at 2701 Sudderth Dr., Suite B, Ruidoso, NM 88345, where he continues to serve clients with dedication and professionalism.
Throughout his career, Griffin has been involved in various legal proceedings, including a notable case in 2017 where he represented himself in a First Amendment rights lawsuit against the Village of Ruidoso. This case shows his commitment to civil rights and his willingness to advocate for his beliefs. His diverse practice areas and experience make him a valuable asset to the legal community in New Mexico and Oregon.
