Mark Styles, Business Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Real Estate · 4.9/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
ShareholderatHurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A.
Albuquerque, NM
Practicing business in Albuquerque since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
Practices in
Are you Mark Styles?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Mark Styles is a shareholder based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Mark has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Albuquerque, NM
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Business · Real Estate
- Handles Business and Real Estate matters from Albuquerque, NM.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark Styles: Mark Styles is a shareholder based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Mark has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Albuquerque
Mark concentrates on business and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Mark takes business matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Mark takes real estate matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mark Styles, business attorney serving Albuquerque
Mark Styles is a shareholder based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Mark has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 4 client reviews. Mark works from Albuquerque, New Mexico and takes on business matters across the region.
Work Experience
Hurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A. (1997-Present), Director, Shareholder and Corporate Secretary
Keleher & McLeod, P.A. (1981-1997), Shareholder; Head of Commercial Practice Group; Section Head: Real Property
Professional Recognition and Awards
Board Recognized Real Estate Law Specialist, New Mexico Board of Legal Specialization (1996-2019)
American College of Real Estate Lawyers (Elected 2003)
Best Lawyers in America – New Mexico Real Estate Lawyers (2003-Present)
– Albuquerque Real Estate Lawyer of the Year (2016)
Chambers USA – America’s Leading Business Lawyers: New Mexico Real Estate (2002-Present)
Southwest Super Lawyers: New Mexico Real Estate (2007-Present)
Martindale-Hubbell – AV Rated
CCIM Designation – CCIM Institute, National Association of Realtors (1995)
State Bar of New Mexico: Outstanding Contribution Award (1999)
Albuquerque Association of Legal Support Staff: Boss of the Year (1989)
Publications
“Mortgages in New Mexico,” University of New Mexico Law Review (1990)
Seminars Presented
2018
Legal Issues in Commercial Leases, LOIs and TIs (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
2015
Funky Property Surveys (New Mexico Professional Surveyors Association)
Real Property Institute: Dirty deeds (New Mexico State Bar)
Legal Issues In Commercial Leases, LOIs and TIs (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
Use, Assignment, Subletting and SDNA Provisions in Leases ( Real Property Trust and Estate Section- (New Mexico State Bar)
2014
Real Property Institute: Moderator;Panelist – 25 years later (State Bar of New Mexico)
2013
Title Insurance in New Mexico: Selected Survey Issues and Other Assorted Crud (Halfmoon Education)
2010
Real Property Institute: Loan Sales (State Bar of New Mexico)
2008
Real Property Institute: Opinion Letter Update/Recording Fees (State Bar of New Mexico)
Advanced Commercial Leases (Sterling Education Services)
2006
Exceeding Expectations (Fidelity National Title Insurance Company)
2005
Anatomy of a Commercial Lease (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
2004
Lease Interpretation (Institute of Real Estate Management)
2002
Bridge the Gap Seminar: Real Property (State Bar of New Mexico)
Real Property Institute: Negotiating Points of Purchase Agreements (State Bar of New Mexico)
Commercial Real Estate Finance (National Association of Industrial and Office Parks)
Advanced Real Estate Law in New Mexico: Procuring and Insuring Free and Clear Title (National Business Institute)
Anatomy of a Commercial Lease (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
Surveys and Weird Crud (First American Title Insurance Company)
2001
Real Property Institute: Selected Issues Relating to Commercial Leasing and Stump the Panel (State Bar of New Mexico)
Bridge the Gap Seminar: Real Estate (State Bar of New Mexico)
Title Examination (Lorman Educational Services)
Anatomy of a Commercial Lease (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
2000
Anatomy of a Commercial Lease (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
Title Examination (Lorman Educational Service)
Emergency Management (Institute of Real Estate Management)
1999
Real Property Institute (State Bar of New Mexico)
Anatomy of a Commercial Lease (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
1998
Real Property Institute: Real Estate Loan Opinion Letters (State Bar of New Mexico)
1997
The New Mexico Purchase Agreement for Commercial Real Estate (Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico)
Commercial Lease Remedies (Institute of Real Estate Management)
1996
Real Property Institute: Filling in the Blanks (State Bar of New Mexico)
1994
Current Developments in Real Estate Contract Law (State Bar of New Mexico, New Mexico Land Title Association)
Keys to Successful Commercial Real Estate Transactions In New Mexico: Financing the Transaction (National Business Institute)
1993
Advanced Real Estate Law in New Mexico: Credit Issues and Liens from the Lender’s Perspective (National Business Institute)
Real Property Institute: Moderator (State Bar of New Mexico)
Keys to Successful Commercial Real Estate Transactions in New Mexico: Financing the Transaction (National Business Institute)
1992
Real Property Institute: Lender’s and Seller’s Issues on Real Estate Contracts (State Bar of New Mexico)
1991
Advanced Real Estate Law in New Mexico: Credit Issues and Liens from the Lender’s Perspective (National Business Institute)
Real Property Institute: Receiverships (State Bar of New Mexico)
Basic Real Estate Law in New Mexico: Sales Contracts and Real Estate Financing (National Business Institute)
1990
Basic Real Estate Law in New Mexico: Sales Contracts and Real Estate Financing (National Business Institute)
Bridge the Gap Seminar: Real Estate (State Bar of New Mexico)
Real Property Institute: Founder & Moderator (State Bar of New Mexico)
1989
Bridge the Gap Seminar: Real Estate (State Bar of New Mexico)
1988
Basic Real Estate Law in New Mexico: Sales Contracts and Real Estate Financing (National Business Institute)
Other Affiliations
Enchantment Land Certified Development Company, Director (2000 – 2002)
Southern Methodist University School of Law Alumni Council (council advising Dean of Law School), (1993 – 1998); Secretary (1997 – 1998)
Lizards Softball Team, catcher (1982 – present)
Professional Affiliations
State Bar of New Mexico, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section: Chair (1995); Director (1990-1996); Member, Opinion Letter Task Force (1995-2016)
Real Property Institute, Founder – annual New Mexico State Bar seminar on real estate law (1990)
State Bar of New Mexico, Real Estate Specialization Committee (2007-2016) ; Chairman (2009-2016)
Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico – Director, Founding Committee Member (1995-1997); Forms Committee (1995-2004)
New Mexico CCIM Chapter, Director and Budget Officer (1995-1998)
Mark's approach to business cases
Work Experience Hurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A. (1997-Present), Director, Shareholder and Corporate Secretary Keleher & McLeod, P.A. (1981-1997), Shareholder; Head of Commercial Practice Group; Section Head: Real Property Professional Recognition and Awards Board Recognized Real Estate Law Specialist, New Mexico Board of Legal Specialization (1996-2019) American College of Real…
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and real estate matters in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Southern Methodist University Law School
J.D. Journal · 1981
Vanderbilt University
B.A. Economics · 1978
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
New Mexico
1981 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. Journal in Southern Methodist University Law School and B.A. Economics in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. Journal in Southern Methodist University Law School and B.A. Economics in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in New Mexico is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mark's legal honors and published work
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of New Mexico
Chair, Real Property, Probate and Trust Section, 1994) American College of Real Estate Lawyers (Elected, 2003 · membership
Locations
Mark Styles's office in Albuquerque
Mark's primary office is at 4155 Montgomery Boulevard, NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hurley, Toevs, Styles, Hamblin & Panter, P.A.
4155 Montgomery Boulevard, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Open in Google MapsClient feedback
Client reviews of Mark Styles — 4.9/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Mark. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Albuquerque.
4.9
4 client reviews
Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Mark Styles claims this profile.
Read all reviewsHiring guide
How to hire Mark Styles — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Styles
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New Mexico typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Albuquerque?
Mark is licensed in New Mexico. Matters governed by New Mexico law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new business clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Las Cruces in New Mexico
Mark handles business matters throughout New Mexico. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated business attorneys in New Mexico
If Mark's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these business attorneys in Albuquerque handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.
