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QDRO and Retirement Accounts in New Mexico

QDRO and Retirement Accounts in New Mexico

by Matthew Legan Sanchez | Sep 20, 2021 | Uncategorized

  QDRO and Retirement Accounts in New Mexico are an essential part of the divorce process.   New Mexico is a community property state.  This means that every asset and debt accumulated during the marriage are divided 50-50 with divorce. Retirement accounts are...
How to Beat a False Restraining Order of Protection

How to Beat a False Restraining Order of Protection

by Matthew Legan Sanchez | Sep 13, 2021 | Uncategorized

The Restraining Order (Order of Protection) process is like walking a tightrope.  Your Hearing Officer ultimately decides if an Order of Protection will be entered based on a “preponderance of the evidence” standard.  This standard means 51% or more likely than not....
Tips for Filing a Restraining Order of Protection in New Mexico

Tips for Filing a Restraining Order of Protection in New Mexico

by Matthew Legan Sanchez | Sep 10, 2021 | Uncategorized

  In New Mexico a Restraining Order of Protection falls under the Family Violence Protection Act.  New Mexico Courts tend to lean on the side of caution and generally will grant a Temporary Restraining Order to fully uncover the facts at a hearing. At the...
What is a Power of Attorney in New Mexico?

What is a Power of Attorney in New Mexico?

by Matthew Legan Sanchez | Sep 9, 2021 | Uncategorized

  Life is a journey that is filled with highs and lows.  The lows on life’s journey can cause you to rethink your health and finances. Have you reached a new point on your journey and are wondering what will happen if you are unable to make decisions on...
Cutting a Child’s Hair Without Permission in New Mexico

Cutting a Child’s Hair Without Permission in New Mexico

by Matthew Legan Sanchez | Sep 9, 2021 | Uncategorized

  Hair plays a vital role in our society through identification and self-expression.  It’s hard going one day without being bombarded with commercials, gossip, and updates about the latest hair trends and celebrity styles. Brittany Spears shaving her head made...
Essential Divorce and Custody Rules in New Mexico

Essential Divorce and Custody Rules in New Mexico

by Matthew Legan Sanchez | Sep 8, 2021 | Uncategorized

  Rules add structure and predictability to the games that we play and enjoy.  Board games and sporting events would be a chaotic mess without rules to keep the players inside the lines of acceptable play, guiding the game from start to finish. Sporting events...
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