Emma K. Palmer

Emma K. Palmer is an associate at Modrall Sperling, where she practices in the firm’s Litigation Department. Her work focuses on insurance disputes, personal injury law, and employment benefits matters. Emma represents clients in litigation involving complex legal and factual issues while contributing to broader commercial, professional liability, and employment-related matters. She brings a careful, research-driven approach to her practice and works within a multidisciplinary team serving businesses, institutions, and individuals across New Mexico in both state and federal matters today.

Emma earned her J.D., cum laude, from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2025 and her B.A., magna cum laude, from Brigham Young University-Idaho in 2022. During law school, she worked as a teaching assistant for Constitutional law courses and served as a research assistant for a professor. She also earned CALI Awards in Employment Benefits and Estate and Retirement Drafting, reflecting strong academic performance in areas directly connected to her developing legal practice today in practice.

Emma held leadership and mentorship roles throughout law school. For two years, she served as vice president of Moms of Law, supporting and mentoring parents pursuing education. She also received the National Association of Women Lawyers’ Award, recognizing academic achievement and contributions to the advancement of women in society. Her undergraduate studies focused on Public Policy and Administration, with an emphasis on judicial administration, and she served as president of the Political Affairs Society while participating in Pi Sigma Alpha.

Emma K. Palmer is admitted to practice in New Mexico and works from Modrall Sperling’s Albuquerque office. Her practice connects insurance, personal injury, labor, employment, and benefits issues with broader litigation strategy. Her academic background in public policy and judicial administration supports her understanding of institutional decision-making and legal systems. Emma combines strong writing, research, and analytical skills with practical litigation work, helping clients navigate disputes that require careful preparation, clear communication, and attention to both legal detail and broader business considerations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Modrall Sperling Law Firm
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• University of New Mexico School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• Brigham Young University-Idaho
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) Magna Cum Laude

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