News and Announcements

Claim Your Complimentary DRI Membership Through NMDLA

June 29, 2026

As a valued member of the New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association, you have the opportunity to receive a complimentary one-year membership to DRI.

This special offer is available to:

• Be a current or a new member of a participating SLDO/NDO (NMDLA is)
• Be a first-time DRI Member OR a former DRI member whose membership lapsed prior to June 1, 2021.
• Complete an SLDO/NDO Free Membership Program online membership application. (Found HERE)

Through DRI membership, you'll gain access to valuable educational resources, networking opportunities, industry publications, and a nationwide community of defense practitioners.

This limited-time offer is available through September 30, 2026. Take advantage of this opportunity and begin enjoying the benefits of DRI membership at no cost.

Join today and make the most of your complimentary DRI membership.

Visit DRI.org to for more details and to apply!

Save the Date 2026 Young Lawyers Seminar

May 14, 2026

2026 Annual Meeting Registration Now Open

May 13, 2026

Bad Faith Seminar This Month!!

January 28, 2026

Thank You for an Incredible 2025 Annual Meeting!

December 5, 2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended our 2025 Annual Meeting! Your energy, engagement, and support made this year's event our most successful yet.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our speakers, who delivered valuable insights and inspiring presentations, and to our sponsors, whose generous support helped make this meeting possible. We are grateful for each of you and the important role you played in bringing this event to life.

A big congratulations to all of our award winners! Your hard work, leadership, and contributions throughout the year truly stood out, and we are proud to recognize your achievements.

Thank you again for being part of an outstanding event—we look forward to seeing you next year!

Save the Date - September 10th CLE - “How to” Guide for Using A Biomechanical Expert

August 13, 2025

Save the Date Monthly CLE! July 9th - Digistream August 13th - ESi

April 15, 2025

Trust Accounting: Rule 17-204 NMRA and How to Comply

ANNUAL MEETING - Friday, September 19th - Registration NOW OPEN

April 15, 2025

Join us for the New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association (NMDLA) Annual Meeting & CLE Seminar, a premier event for civil defense attorneys across the state. This is your opportunity to connect with peers, earn CLE credits, and gain insights from top legal professionals.

🗓 Date: Friday, September 19, 2025

🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, Albuquerque, NM

Don’t miss this full-day event packed with timely legal updates, expert panels, and valuable networking opportunities—all designed to support your practice and professional development.

[Register HERE]

2024 DRI Annual Meeting

December 10, 2024

The New
Mexico Defense Lawyers Association congratulates Juan M. Marquez, Jr., Rodey,
Dickason, Sloan, Akin & Robb, PA, of Albuquerque, New Mexico! 
  

At the 2024 DRI Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington, Juan was
recognized as State Representative of the year. Additionally,
at the Annual Meeting, the DRI National Board of Directors elected four
individuals to join them as national directors (each serving three-year
terms).  

Congratulations are in order again for Juan, as he was selected
as a National Director.

2024 Annual Meeting

October 5, 2024

2023 Annual Meeting

October 11, 2023

2023 Annual Meeting

Free NMDLA Membership to First-Time Members

February 28, 2023

NMDLA offers FREE membership to first-time members.  You must fill out this form and mail it in to apply.

New Website

February 13, 2023

NMDLA is proud to announce the relaunch of our website. We invite you
to explore our new and improved presence on the Internet and enhanced
features to better serve our members.