News and Announcements

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]

Women in the Courtroom - November 7th, Jewish Community Center- Registration NOW OPEN

April 1, 2025

As women ascend into more lead counsel positions, perspectives
can change. Join us for the ninth installment of Women in the Courtroom,
NMDLA’s signature seminar crafted specifically for New Mexico women litigators.
This full-day CLE offers practical tools, fresh insights, and real-world
strategies designed to elevate your litigation skills and professional
growth—whether you're in a law firm, public agency, or corporate setting. This
year’s program highlights the unique challenges women face in the legal profession
while providing an alternative model for success—one grounded in authentic
communication, strategic thinking, and the strength of diverse leadership
styles. Attendees will benefit from: In-depth discussions on litigation and
trial strategies (Think bad faith, medical malpractice, the state of the
defense bar and reptiles! ); candid observations from accomplished women in
law; advice for achieving balance in high-demand legal roles; and networking
opportunities with a dynamic community of peers and mentors.

Who should attend?
This seminar is ideal for all attorneys seeking to refine their litigation
skills and support an inclusive legal culture. Law firm leaders, hiring
managers, and clients interested in attracting and retaining top female talent
are also encouraged to attend. Don’t miss this engaging, defense-focused event
that goes beyond the courtroom. 

🗓 Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
🕘 Time: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Albuquerque Jewish Community Center - 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109

[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.