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What You Should Know If Your Ex Stops Paying Child Support
If your ex-spouse or partner isn’t meeting his or her child support obligations, it can place a substantial burden on you and your family. You alone will be trying to support your children when your ex doesn’t pay, and this can get very difficult rather quickly. Here’s what you should know if your ex stops […]
November 18, 2016
Preparing An Exit Plan For Divorce
While it may come off as a bit jaded, getting advice and planning for a split before you file for divorce is actually practical. When you are thinking about leaving your spouse, you need to have a good exit plan to protect yourself and your financial future. Pre-divorce planning isn’t about taking your spouse for […]
November 15, 2016
Prenuptial Agreements In New Mexico
Prenups are not a new concept, but they are becoming more common. These premarital agreements are subject to state law, so keep reading to learn more about prenuptial agreements in New Mexico. When is a prenup needed? A prenup is no longer just for rich people or people who might think they will get divorced, […]
November 8, 2016
Four Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Family Law Attorney
Navigating the legal system is confusing and complicated under the best of circumstances, and it can seem even more intimidating when you’re going through a serious family law matter, such as divorce or child custody. In cases like these, the last thing you need is for your interactions with your attorney to pose yet another […]
November 5, 2016
Case Study: Domestic Violence Order of Protection – Real or Fake?
A Santa Fe man came to our legal team with a problem. His ex-girlfriend, the biological mother of his two year old daughter, filed a restraining order against him (called a Domestic Violence Order of Protection in New Mexico). He had just been served with papers from the court ordering him to respond and appear […]
November 1, 2016
Changes to Your Divorce Settlement – Custody — Case Study
An Albuquerque woman came to us with a legal problem. She had custody of her two young children and had been divorced for three years. Her ex-husband wanted to change the terms of their Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) and the established Parenting Plan that was part of their divorce. He specifically filed for full custody […]
October 20, 2016
Tips to Staying Cool, Calm and Collected During a Divorce
Keeping calm when you’re negotiating your divorce is crucial, but it can be difficult. During this emotionally fraught period, it’s entirely normal to have sensitive topics pop up, strain your emotions and bring out some of your less-than-positive qualities. When you’re discussing who gets what, all of these feelings can take their toll on you […]
September 10, 2016
Divorce Mistakes to Avoid
While the thought of going through a divorce is probably enough to make you want to head for the hills sometimes, there are ways to handle the process in a healthier, less stressed-out manner. You will likely make some mistakes along the way, but there are a few common ones you can avoid to help […]
August 18, 2016
Child Custody Case Myths
Going through a dispute over child custody is an incredibly difficult experience. Nothing is more important to you than your child, so having to compromise at all in that area of your life may seem impossible. Dealing with court hearings and the financial aspects of your divorce while fighting for your right to see your […]
August 7, 2016
Property in Divorce
When you’re facing a divorce, all the assets you and your spouse have are naturally a concern. You don’t want to end up walking away empty-handed and need to be able to support yourself once the marriage is officially over. Keep reading to learn more about how property is handled in a divorce case in […]
August 1, 2016