About Erlinda

Erlinda Johnson practices personal injury law in Albuquerque, New Mexico — She has been a member of the New Mexico State Bar since 1995. The firm, located at 620 Roma Ave. N.W., focuses on a range of legal issues, including personal injury, criminal law, civil rights, and white-collar crime. Her diverse practice allows her to represent clients in various legal matters throughout the state. She earned her J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 1995.

Prior to that, she completed her undergraduate studies at the same institution, obtaining a B.A. in Economics in 1988. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in both legal theory and practical application, which is essential in her multifaceted practice. Most of her work involves representing clients in personal injury cases, where she advocates for individuals who have suffered harm due to the negligence of others. She also handles criminal defense cases, providing representation for clients facing serious charges. Her experience as an Assistant District Attorney earlier in her career gave her insights into the prosecution's strategies, which she leverages to benefit her clients.

In addition to her personal injury and criminal law work, she is involved in civil rights cases. This aspect of her practice often intersects with her work in criminal law, as she fights for the rights of individuals who have been wronged by the system. She has also taken on white-collar crime cases, representing clients in complex financial matters. Before establishing her current practice, she served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, where she developed her litigation skills and worked in federal court. This role allowed her to work on high-stakes cases, further enhancing her legal acumen.

Her dedication to her clients and her experience in various legal realms make her a advocate in the courtroom. Erlinda is a member of several professional organizations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. These affiliations keep her connected to the latest developments in the law and provide her with a network of resources to better serve her clients. She remains committed to advocating for justice and ensuring that her clients receive the representation they deserve.

Education

University of New Mexico

J.D. (1995) | Law

1992

University of New Mexico

B.A. (1992) | Economics

1988

Languages

Spanish (Spoken) Spanish (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Lawyer at Law

Law Office of Erlinda Ocampo Johnson, LLC
2006

Assistant U.S. Lawyer

United States Department of Justice
2000

Assistant District Lawyer

Second Judicial District Lawyer s Office
1995

Accepted Jurisdictions

New Mexico
United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
United States District Court for the District of Colorado
United States District Court for the District of New Mexico
10th Circuit

Court Admissions

United States District Court for the District of New Mexico U.S. District Court
United States District Court for the Western District of Texas U.S. District Court
United States District Court for the District of Colorado U.S. District Court
10th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

personal injury criminal law civil rights white collar crime

Professional Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2006 - Current

New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2006 - Current

New Mexico State Bar

has membership 1995 - Current