Category: General
Relocating Children During/After Divorce
After a divorce, many people feel as if they are starting life all over. And sometimes, a change in location allows a fresh start and new opportunities. However, if your divorce involves minor children, don’t start packing just yet. Maintaining the Status Quo Although many parents may try to make a marriage work for the […]
April 29, 2014
Lower Cost and Conflict Divorce Options
No two couples follow the same path to divorce. Every couple has different life experiences and faces different decisions. So, there is no reason why every couple should go through the same divorce process. New Mexico family law provides a number of options for dissolving a marriage, and you should know what process will help […]
April 29, 2014
How Do I Pay For Divorce if I’m a Homemaker?
If you are homemaker going through a divorce, you may wonder how you will support yourself and your child(ren) both during the process and once your marriage is dissolved. Moving from the role of homemaker to working a job outside of the home may be a difficult transition. It might require additional education and/or training. […]
April 29, 2014
What’s the Difference between Restraining Orders & Domestic Violence (DV) Orders of Protection?
Restraining Orders and DV Orders of Protection are terms often used interchangeably. Both are designed to protect a victim from someone who is harassing, abusing or stalking. However, both are different legal orders in New Mexico. It’s important to know the distinction between the two so that you can determine how to proceed if you […]
April 29, 2014
What if Your Child is Accused of Bullying or is the Victim?
It’s scary when a parent receives a phone call that their child is either accused of bullying or is the actual victim of bullying. School bullying is a much more serious issue today than compared to years past. And if not properly handled, the consequences can significantly impact your child’s future. Depending on the severity […]
April 29, 2014
DOMA is Unconstitutional – What Does This Mean for the NM LGBTQ+ Community?
The US Supreme Court decision in US v. Windsor, announced today, allows states to define what a marriage is for the purposes of their state family laws. For those states that have already legalized gay marriage, those individuals who have been married, will now be allowed to participate in the over 1,000 federal benefits that […]
April 29, 2014
A Quick Guide to Child Custody & Separation
Separated couples often need time to decide whether or not they will divorce. Many parents assume they will not need a child custody agreement during separation, but just like divorce, parents need to work out a child custody agreement and visitation schedule while they are separated. About Child Custody Agreements & Visitation Schedules Child custody […]
April 29, 2014
New Mexico Divorce: Who Gets What?
When your marriage or relationship is heading for divorce – how do you figure out what’s really yours? Chatting with friends or family will provide you with endless opinions. And you know what they say about opinions… So – what’s the answer? How do you figure out what’s legally yours in a divorce or separation? […]
April 29, 2014
U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Same-Sex Marriage Case – New Mexico Gays &Lesbians Stay Tuned
The Supreme Court will take up California’s ban on same-sex marriage, a case that could give the justices the chance to rule on whether gay Americans have the same constitutional right to marry as heterosexuals. The justices said Monday they will review a federal appeals court ruling that struck down California’s gay marriage ban, though […]
April 29, 2014