At 505 Legal, clients don’t hire a single attorney working alone. They are supported by a coordinated legal team designed to handle serious cases with consistency and care.
Our attorneys work alongside paralegals, investigators, and staff to ensure cases move forward deliberately and efficiently.
Shellie Patscheck is a long-time criminal defense and personal injury attorney with deep roots in Farmington and extensive courtroom experience. Her background gives her practical insight into how cases are evaluated, charged, and resolved.
Shellie is known for clear communication, preparation, and steady leadership—qualities that shape how cases are handled throughout the firm.
Shellie Patscheck is a long-time criminal defense and personal injury attorney with deep roots in Farmington and extensive courtroom experience. Her background gives her practical insight into how cases are evaluated, charged, and resolved.
Shellie is known for clear communication, preparation, and steady leadership—qualities that shape how cases are handled throughout the firm.
For more than two decades, Kenneth Stalter has represented New Mexicans facing some of the most difficult moments of their lives. His approach is simple: listen first, explain the law clearly, and take decisive action when it matters most.
As a founding attorney of 505 Legal, Ken has helped shape a law firm built around modern systems, local accessibility, and a commitment to treating every client with honesty and respect.
Watch the video to hear Ken explain what 505 Legal stands for and why he believes every New Mexican deserves access to experienced legal representation.
Brent Capshaw—known to most as “Cap”—brings over 30 years of legal experience to the firm. He spent 10 years in private practice in Oklahoma handling criminal defense and personal injury cases before joining the New Mexico District Attorney’s Office, where he served for 20 years. As Chief Deputy District Attorney, he prosecuted many of San Juan County’s most high-profile cases and managed an office of approximately 65 staff members and 18 attorneys.
Before law school, Cap earned a Construction Science degree from the University of Oklahoma and managed high-rise construction in Dallas. He graduated from OU Law in 1991. A lifelong outdoorsman who enjoys golf, fly fishing, and backpacking, Cap came out of retirement to return to the courtroom part-time.
Recognized by members of the judiciary as one of the busiest attorneys in San Juan County, Ian is a frequent presence in District, Magistrate, and Municipal Courts throughout northern New Mexico. As a dedicated trial attorney, Ian approaches every case-regardless of size or complexity—with commitment and skill.
In addition to criminal defense, Ian’s practice encompasses divorce and custody matters, abuse and neglect petitions, bankruptcy, and a wide range of civil litigation.
Outside of work, Ian enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and supporting his alma maters—the UCLA Bruins and UNM Lobos.
In additions to attorneys, 505 Legal cases are supported by:
Paralegals to managing filings, records, and deadlines
Investigators gathering facts and reviewing evidence
Staff coordinating communication and case progression
This team-based approach allows quality to remain consistent as cases grow more complex.
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Every member of the firm shares commitment:
Professionalism
Clarity
Preparation
Respect for clients and the legal process
This is how a modern hometown law firm operates.
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