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Draper & Draper LLC

Natural Resources & Environment

USA Guide 2026 : New Mexico


Draper & Draper LLC

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About

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Draper & Draper LLC is a boutique law firm specializing in international arbitration, water, natural resources, renewable energy, and climate change innovation and disputes.

The firm's water practice is led by John Draper, who is ranked Band 1 for Water Law in New Mexico. John is joined by Corinne Atton and Matthew Draper, who is ranked Band 2 for Water Law in New Mexico.

The firm has unparalleled experience representing clients in a variety of water disputes before the U.S. Supreme Court, in U.S. Federal and State Courts, and before tribunals. We have particular experience of transboundary water law, and the interaction of water law and climate change, including in the American West. Our attorneys have represented the States of New Mexico, Kansas, and Montana in hundreds of trial hours before the U.S. Supreme Court in original jurisdiction transboundary water disputes.

Our attorneys combine their engineering, science and technology backgrounds with a depth of understanding and experience of water, natural resources and commercial law. The firm is also very experienced working with a broad range of technical experts, including economists, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and surface and groundwater modelers.

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What the Team is Known For

Draper & Draper LLC is a well-regarded boutique with a strong specialism in water law. The firm is particularly well-versed in interstate water litigation, as well as international disputes in this space. Its practitioners are adept at handling state compliance and permitting with regard to water law, as well as issues relating to water rights for commercial uses, including irrigation. The team advises clients across a range of sectors, including oil and gas, water resources, and government entities.

Work Highlights

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  • Draper & Draper represented the State of New Mexico in dispute with the State of Texas concerning allocation of water at the United States Supreme Court.

Strengths

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  • Draper & Draper has a strong understanding of the business and excellent knowledge.

    Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1John B Draper
    Band 1John B Draper

    John B Draper

    John Draper has years of invaluable experience representing clients in various water-related proceedings. He is particularly well known for his appearances before the Supreme Court in interstate water rights cases, as well as handling water permitting and compliance issues.

    • John Draper has a great wealth of knowledge and experience.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Band 2Corinne Atton
    Band 2Corinne Atton

    Corinne Atton

    Corinne Atton is recognised for her experience in advising clients on water resources and allocation disputes.

    • Corinne is a really smart and a strong trial lawyer.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA
  • Band 2Matthew Draper
    Band 2Matthew Draper

    Matthew Draper

    Matthew Draper is recognised for his expertise in the water law. He has experience handling disputes at state, national and international levels.

    • Matthew is extremely thoughtful and effective.

      Natural Resources & Environment respondentUSA

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