Rick Barrera
Top rated Medical Malpractice attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Barrera Law Group LLC
Practice areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury
Licensed in New Mexico since: 2009
Education: Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026 Barrera Law Group LLC
202 Tulane Drive SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 Phone: 432-280-4855 Email: Rick Barrera Visit website
Rick Barrera is a highly regarded personal injury attorney with over 15 years of experience serving clients across New Mexico, Texas, and the U.S. Based in Midland, Texas, and with strong roots in New Mexico, Mr. Barrera leads Barrera Law Group LLC, where he specializes in complex personal injury cases, including wrongful death, tractor-trailer accidents, oil field injuries, and medical malpractice.
Mr. Barrera’s expertise in the legal field is backed by his unique background in economics, retail management, and financial advising, which enhances his ability to navigate intricate legal matters. A graduate of Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, he earned the prestigious honor of Alumnus of the Year in 2023. Over the years, Mr. Barrera has secured settlements and verdicts exceeding $10 million, cementing his reputation as one of the leading attorneys in personal injury law in New Mexico.
Throughout his career, Mr. Barrera has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to both his clients and his community. He has played a pivotal role in organizations like the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, where he is an active member and leader, as well as serving on the Executive Committee of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. His contributions to the New Mexico legal community include securing the largest medical malpractice verdict in the state's history.
A dedicated public servant, Mr. Barrera is also involved in numerous community organizations. He has held leadership positions in the Hispanic National Bar Association, the Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary International. Additionally, Mr. Barrera served as the chair of the Minority Caucus for the American Association for Justice and continues to serve on its Executive Committee.
Mr. Barrera’s outstanding legal work and advocacy for justice have earned him numerous accolades, including recognition as one of The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Civil Litigation Attorneys. His achievements underscore his reputation as a powerful voice for victims’ rights, particularly in New Mexico, where his impact has been profound.
Multiple Locations:
Albuquerque Office Address:
6020 Academy Road NE, Suite 205
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Odessa Office Address:
2626 JBS Parkway, Suite B125
Odessa, TX 79761
Houston Office Address:
First Admitted: 2009, New Mexico
Professional Webpage: https://www.barreralawgroup.com/team/rick-barrera/
Bar / Professional Activity
- New Mexico Bar
- Texas Bar
- Hispanic National Bar Association
- New Mexico Trial Lawyers, Board Member, 2020
- Texas Bar College, Member
- American Association for Justice, Minority Caucus Chair, 2020
- American Association for Justice, Leadership Academy, 2014
- American Bar Association
- Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- The National Trial Lawyers-Top 100 Civil Litigation, 2020
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Trucking Accident Case - $3.8 million Settlement, 2024
- Trucking wrongful death case settled for $13,500,000.00, 2015
- In Sante Fe, NM, a jury verdict of $73.21 million was secured for a mother and her child who suffered injuries at the hands of a doctor and medical team who neglected to properly monitor the infant’s development before birth. The child suffered from a brachial plexus injury as well as brain damage and will require lifelong care., 2018
- New Mexico oilfield wrongful death case settled for $2,300,000.00, 2020
- New Mexico motor vehicle crash involving a corporate defendant settled for $1,250,000, 2020
- Texas motor vehicle crash involving a corporate defendant settled for $1,175,000.00, 2020
- New Mexico motor vehicle crash involving a corporate defendant settled for $2.4 million, 2021
- Birth Injury Case - $12 million Settlement, 2022
- Birth Injury Case - $10 million Settlement, 2022
- Trucking Accident Case - $1.4 million, 2022
- Oil Field Injury Case - $9 million Settlement, 2022
- Commercial Vehicle Accident - $1.5 million Settlement, 2024
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Texas Bar College, 2020
Pro bono / Community Service
- Rotary International
- Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Military Pro Bono Project American Bar Association
Honors
- 2024 - 2025, Southwest Super Lawyers List (NM and AZ)
- Texas Super Lawyers List, 2021-2024, Texas Super Lawyers List
- Rick Barrera was honored by the American Association for Justice as the 2019 recipient of the F. Scott Baldwin Award. First established in 1997 to honor and recognize F. Scott Baldwin, a world-renowned trial lawyer whose work throughout his career helped secure outstanding damage outcomes for injured victims and their families. It is presented each year to recognize Baldwin’s excellence and compassion he brought to the legal profession and the significant time he invested in training, preparing and encouraging lawyers to the profession of trial law., F. Scott Baldwin Award, American Association for Justice, 2019
- 2018-2019, Texas Super Lawyers-Rising Stars List
- American Association for Justice Leadership Academy, 2014
Educational Background
- Bachelor of Arts (Economics) - The University of Texas at Austin
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Amped-Up Virtual Convention , Speaker, Using Technology at Trial, American Association for Justice, 2020
Office location for Rick Barrera
202 Tulane Drive SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026