Elizabeth L. German

Elizabeth L. German is President and Managing Member of German Burnette & Associates, with a distinguished legal career spanning over three decades. Practicing law in New Mexico since 1991, she concentrates on civil rights, employment, personal injury, school law, contracts, and statutory claims, representing both public entities and private organizations.

Elizabeth earned her Juris Doctor with honors from the University of Texas School of Law in 1984 after completing her first year at Texas Tech School of Law. Her academic journey began at Colorado College, where she served as Student Body President. Prior to relocating to New Mexico, she practiced corporate law in Texas and labor and employment law in Washington, D.C.

Elizabeth is an experienced trial lawyer who has represented clients in both jury and bench trials in courts across New Mexico and in federal court. She has also successfully argued appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, the New Mexico Supreme Court, and the New Mexico Court of Appeals. In addition to her strong litigation background, she offers deep experience in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration.

Beyond courtroom litigation, Elizabeth provides legal counsel on employment compliance, conducts investigations, and serves as a hearing officer. Her clients include municipalities, schools, counties, state agencies, and nonprofit and small business entities throughout New Mexico. Her practice combines litigation and advisory services with a strong focus on risk management.

Licensed in New Mexico, Texas, and the District of Columbia (inactive), Elizabeth L. German is a dedicated legal professional with a reputation for thoroughness, insight, and commitment. She continues to lead her firm with integrity and precision, offering reliable representation and guidance in complex legal matters across the state.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Member, German Burnette & Associates LLC
• Member, New Mexico Bar Association Employment and Labor Law Specialty Committee
• Member, National Women’s Business Association
• Member, NM Women’s Bar Association and Animal Law Section
• Member, Council of School Attorneys
• Vice President, Rocky Mountain Fjord Horse Association
• President, San Pedro Neighborhood Association (7 years)
• Secretary, Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry (2007-2014)

Licensed State

• New Mexico
• Texas
• Washington, D.C. (inactive)

Education

• University of Texas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas Tech School of Law

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