Category: divorce lawyer
5 Divorce Prep Tips
Divorce in New Mexico isn’t an easy process, even for the most civil couple. Before you dive headlong into your own divorce, keep the following uncommon but important divorce prep tips in mind. Handle Your Emotions First Emotions often drive a divorce. They spark arguments, fuel court battles, and cause distress. Naturally, the more emotions […]
August 14, 2021
5 Common “Gray Divorce” Concerns
Divorce over the age of 55, known as a “gray divorce,” is becoming more common. According to Today, divorce rates are actually the highest among men and women ages 55 and up (https://www.today.com/health/what-gray-divorce-6-things-know-about-splitting-later-life-t218377). If you are older and considering divorce, you likely have more concerns than someone younger who hasn’t been married for nearly as […]
July 23, 2021
5 Reasons a Divorce Can Become Complicated
All divorces have their own set of features, but you can generally group them into two overall categories: complex and simple. Some divorces are clearly in one camp or the other from the start; however, other divorce cases begin as simple but become complex as they play out. This can be caused by many things, […]
July 10, 2021
Considerations for Divorces Involving Military Personnel
As someone going through or preparing for a divorce in New Mexico, you’ve got a ton of concerns. If you or your spouse are an active-duty military member or a veteran, there are even more things to consider. Although you will go through the same court process as civilians, there are additional things to handle […]
May 21, 2021
Protecting Your Credit During Your Divorce
A divorce can impact many areas of your life, from where you live to how your family is organized. However, one particularly hard area for many people in a divorce is finances. There are various ways a divorce will affect your financial situation, and you may already be aware of some of them, including that […]
May 12, 2021
3 Steps to Improve Your Financial Situation During a Divorce
A divorce will hit many areas of your life, and one particularly hard-hit section is often your finances. You are probably already aware of the long-term financial changes you’ll need to make, such as updating policy beneficiaries and getting new estate documents drawn up, but there are some quick things you can do right now […]
February 11, 2021
How to Change up Your Home After Your Divorce
Getting a divorce can be a long and emotional process. As you go through the case with your divorce attorney, you may feel the need to change some things up in your life, especially when it comes to your home. After all, getting a divorce really is like a transition to a new life, and […]
December 8, 2020
5 Rules You Should Set if You Want to Have a Successful Trial Separation
If you’re considering divorce or legal separation but aren’t quite sure you want to make anything legal yet, you can go through a trial separation. This is a personal arrangement that allows you and your spouse to try out separation without formalizing anything. You can – and should – still consult with a divorce attorney […]
November 26, 2020
The 5 Stages of a Divorce
While every case is different, many people go through a series of stages as they recover and move on from their divorce. Knowing that other people have gone through these phases and knowing what phase you are in can help you make better choices. As you work with your family law attorney, keep the following […]
November 22, 2020
Financial Information That Your Lawyer Needs During Your Divorce
Getting a divorce is a big life decision, and it will impact many areas of your life and your family. Once you make this decision, you’ll have other things to handle, too, including the compilation of all your financial information for your divorce attorney. Many people who are getting divorced simply don’t know where to […]
November 20, 2020