Carol Dominguez Shay

Carol Dominguez Shay is an attorney at Conklin, Woodcock, Ziegler & Hazlett, P.C. in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her practice focuses on employment and labor law as well as general litigation. She advises and represents companies in workplace matters involving employee relations, regulatory obligations, and disputes. Her experience allows her to help employers address legal risks while developing practical strategies for complex employment concerns.

Shay earned her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 1996. She received her B.A. magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame in 1992. Her legal education and academic background provide a strong foundation for analyzing employment regulations, labor issues, and litigation risks. This training supports her ability to evaluate workplace challenges and provide clear guidance to business clients.

Before joining the firm, Shay served as corporate counsel for PNM Resources, Inc. In that role, she represented PNM and related entities in employment and labor matters, employee benefits, immigration, workers’ compensation, and issues involving the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. She previously practiced at a management-side employment and labor law boutique. Shay has represented companies in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies and arbitrators.

Carol Dominguez Shay is admitted to practice in New Mexico and maintains an inactive Indiana license. She is a member of the New Mexico Bar Association and participates in its Litigation and Employment and Labor Law Sections. Her professional recognition includes an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and selection by Chambers for employment and labor litigation from 2015 through 2017. She combines in-house and private-practice experience to provide employers with informed, practical representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Conklin, Woodcock, Ziegler & Hazlett, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of New Mexico, Litigation and Employment and Labor Law Sections

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• Georgetown University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Notre Dame
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)