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Albuquerque, NM · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Albuquerque

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202621 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Albuquerque wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Albuquerque. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Gauthier & Maier Law Firm, P.C.

    5.0342 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.5
    Score
    92.1/100
    Call (505) 226-3205Google Maps
  2. 2
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    Parnall Law Firm, LLC - Hurt? Call Bert

    4.81.1K Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    90.2/100
    Call (505) 588-5245Google Maps
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    Law Giant Injury Lawyers

    4.9564 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.0
    Score
    89.6/100
    Call (505) 295-5170Google Maps
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    Roadrunner Law Firm

    4.9208 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    81.7/100
    Call (505) 444-4321Google Maps
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    Caruso Law Offices - Albuquerque

    4.7367 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.0
    Score
    79.1/100
    Call (505) 596-4891Google Maps
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    Keller & Keller Injury Lawyers

    4.8842 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.5
    Score
    79.0/100
    Call (505) 938-2300Google Maps
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    Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys

    4.7467 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    73.8/100
    Call (505) 444-4444Google Maps
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    Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers

    4.9233 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.5
    Score
    73.0/100
    Call (505) 796-4830Google Maps
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    Whitener Law Firm

    4.7407 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.0
    Score
    71.5/100
    Call (505) 242-3333Google Maps
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    The Dinelli Law Firm, LLC

    4.9191 Google reviews· Albuquerque

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    10.5
    Score
    70.4/100
    Call (505) 582-2157Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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New Mexico

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

3 years

For most injury claims (N.M. Stat. § 37-1-8).

Fault rule

Pure comparative fault

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Scott v. Rizzo (1981))

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Mexico?

In most cases, 3 years from the date of the injury (N.M. Stat. § 37-1-8). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in New Mexico?

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Scott v. Rizzo (1981))

Is New Mexico a no-fault car insurance state?

New Mexico is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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