Atty. Timothy L. "Tim" Fields
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.
Insurance Law & More Attorney · Serving Albuquerque, NM
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About Timothy L. "Tim" Fields at a Glance
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is a personal injury, product liability, litigation, health care, and insurance attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Modrall Sperling. Admitted to practice in New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico, New Mexico, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico, and New Mexico, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1986) and United States Coast Guard Academy (B.S. in Civil Engineering, 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Timothy L. "Tim" Fields
- 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
Practice Areas Explained
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy L. "Tim" Fields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albuquerque.
Personal Injury in Albuquerque
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Mexico →
Product Liability in Albuquerque
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New Mexico →
Civil Litigation in Albuquerque
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Mexico →
Health Care Law in Albuquerque
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in New Mexico →
Insurance Law in Albuquerque
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Timothy L. "Tim" Fields is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New Mexico →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albuquerque
Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Albuquerque are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Albuquerque Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albuquerque-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Albuquerque Choose Timothy L. "Tim" Fields
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Timothy L. "Tim" Fields's practice in the field of personal injury, product liability, litigation, health care, and insurance.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Mexico, State Bar of New Mexico, New Mexico, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico, and New Mexico, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, Timothy L. "Tim" Fields can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, product liability, and litigation, Timothy L. "Tim" Fields can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albuquerque
A Albuquerque-based practice means Timothy L. "Tim" Fields attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Timothy L. "Tim" Fields Handles in Albuquerque
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Timothy L. "Tim" Fields has experience with under New Mexico law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Timothy L. "Tim" Fields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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