Adam D. Rafkin

Adam D. Rafkin is a Ruidoso, New Mexico attorney who has practiced in the community since 1996. His work focuses primarily on personal injury matters, including catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, and nursing home neglect and abuse. Rafkin also handles claims arising from car and truck accidents. His practice is centered on representing individuals and families facing serious injuries and the financial, medical, and legal consequences that can follow negligent or wrongful conduct.

Rafkin earned a B.A. from Arizona State University in 1988 and a J.D. from Whittier Law School in 1993. He was admitted to the New Mexico bar in 1994. Before establishing his long-term practice in Ruidoso, he served as an Assistant District Attorney in Lea County from 1994 to 1995. That early prosecutorial experience added courtroom exposure and a practical understanding of case preparation, evidence, witness examination, and trial procedure that continues to inform his litigation work.

Rafkin has tried cases before juries throughout New Mexico and has also appeared in federal and military courts. His background includes approximately 150 criminal jury trials as well as years of civil litigation involving serious injury claims. In his personal injury practice, he addresses matters involving vehicle collisions, nursing home care, medical treatment, and other events that can produce catastrophic harm. His trial experience helps him evaluate disputed facts, prepare evidence, and present complex issues in a direct and organized way.

Adam D. Rafkin brings more than three decades of legal experience to clients in Ruidoso and throughout New Mexico. His practice combines a sustained focus on serious personal injury claims with substantial courtroom experience developed in both prosecution and private practice. By helping clients assess liability, damages, medical evidence, and litigation options, he provides practical representation in matters where injuries can affect health, independence, finances, and long-term quality of life.”

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Adam D. Rafkin, PC
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico

Licensed State

• New Mexico

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