Timothy L. "Tim" Fields, General Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
focused on General, Health Care, and Insurance
Albuquerque, NM
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Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is an attorney based in Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance.
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- Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO
- Experience
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- General · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles General, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care (Albuquerque) (2024).
About Timothy L. "Tim" Fields: Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is an attorney based in Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Timothy L. "Tim" Fields
Timothy concentrates on general, health care, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Timothy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Timothy takes general matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Timothy takes health care matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Timothy takes insurance matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Timothy takes litigation matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Timothy takes personal injury matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Timothy L. "Tim" Fields — Attorney of New Mexico general experience
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is an attorney based in Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance.
Tim Fields is an experienced practitioner in litigation and insurance defense. For more than thirty years, Tim has represented clients in their civil litigation matters including personal injury defense, railroad, transportation/trucking, insurance coverage/bad faith, medical malpractice, construction defects, products liability, toxic exposure and environmental, and FELA. His practice also includes nursing home/hospital/healthcare litigation defense, complex multi-party litigation, commercial, and intellectual property disputes.
Tim serves as lead trial counsel for a number of national companies, and he has successfully tried to verdict numerous jury and bench trials. His undergraduate degree in engineering provides a useful background for litigating lawsuits involving technical or engineering issues including products liability, construction cases, accident reconstruction, and environmental/soil contamination issues.
Benchmark Litigation selected Tim as a Litigation Star in New Mexico and Southwest Super Lawyers® has named him one of the Top 25 New Mexico Super Lawyers. Tim has achieved an AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating possible based on peer review. He has been continuously recognized by Best Lawyers of America® since 2007 and was named “Lawyer of the Year in Railroad Law – Albuquerque” in 2019, 2017 and in 2012 by Best Lawyers.
Tim currently serves as President of Modrall Sperling, Co-Chair of the Railroad/Transportation Industry Service Group, and is a member of the Executive Committee. He has served as the firm’s Vice President, and Chair of the Litigation Department, the Tort/Product Liability/Railroad Practice Group, and the Recruiting Committee.
Working with Timothy on a general matter
Tim Fields is an experienced practitioner in litigation and insurance defense. For more than thirty years, Tim has represented clients in their civil litigation matters including personal injury defense, railroad, transportation/trucking, insurance coverage/bad faith, medical malpractice, construction defects, products liability, toxic exposure and environmental, and FELA. His practice also…
Clients Timothy works with
Timothy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and insurance matters in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area.
Credentials
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1986
United States Coast Guard Academy
B.S. in Civil Engineering · 1980
Jurisdictions
Timothy's state bar admissions
New Mexico, U.S. Cou
ACTIVE
New Mexico, U.S. Dis
ACTIVE
New Mexico, State Ba
ACTIVE
Timothy studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in Civil Engineering in United States Coast Guard Academy.
Law school and academic background
Timothy completed J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in Civil Engineering in United States Coast Guard Academy. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Timothy runs in New Mexico is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Timothy L. "Tim" Fields
Timothy has received 14 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care (Albuquerque)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care (Albuquerque) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Albuquerque) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
Locations
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields's office in Albuquerque
Timothy's primary office is at 500 Fourth Street, NW, Suite 1000, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Timothy L. "Tim" Fields — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Timothy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Timothy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Timothy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Timothy
Timothy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Timothy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Timothy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Timothy L. "Tim" Fields
How much does it cost to hire Timothy for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Timothy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Timothy offer a free consultation?
Timothy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Timothy's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New Mexico typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Timothy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Timothy take my case if I'm outside Albuquerque?
Timothy is licensed in New Mexico. Matters governed by New Mexico law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Timothy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Timothy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Timothy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Timothy accepting new general clients right now?
Timothy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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