Dorothy Ramirez Jr.
Ramirez Workers Comp Law
Los Lunas, New Mexico · 22 Years Experience
About Dorothy Ramirez Jr.
Dorothy Ramirez Jr. is one of New Mexico's most recognized workers' compensation attorneys, with 22 years of experience and thousands of satisfied clients. Operating from her Los Lunas office, she handles cases across New Mexico and routinely takes on the largest insurance carriers in the state.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Personal Injury
- Social Security Disability
Frequently Asked Questions
Dorothy Ramirez Jr. works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in New Mexico. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Dorothy Ramirez Jr. handles all types of workers' compensation cases in New Mexico, including Workplace Injuries, Medical Benefits, Lost Wages, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In New Mexico, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Dorothy immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Dorothy Ramirez Jr.'s specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 22 years of experience in New Mexico workers' comp law, Dorothy knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Dorothy Ramirez Jr. primarily serves clients in Los Lunas and the surrounding New Mexico area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in New Mexico and were injured at work, contact Dorothy's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Fordham University School of Law
- Bar New Mexico State Bar, admitted 2004
- Mbr New Mexico Workers' Compensation Bar Association