Adobe Masters, Inc. v. Downey

OPINION

FRANCHINI, Justice.

Roger N. Downey appeals from a partial summary judgment dismissing with prejudice his breach of contract claims against Richard Rappuhn. In his motion for summary judgment, Rappuhn argued that an individual “cannot maintain a claim for breach of contract against a design professional under New Mexico law.” Rappuhn relied on, and the trial court orally cited, State ex rel. Risk Management Division v. Gathman-Matotan Architects & Planners, Inc., 98 N.M. 790, 653 P.2d 166 (Ct.App.), cert. quashed, 99 N.M. 47, 653 P.2d 878 (1982). We hold that New Mexico does recognize…