FAQs

  New Mexico is a no-fault divorce state.  Therefore, a divorce can be granted without having to allege or prove fault such as adultery, abuse, or abandonment.  Additionally, New Mexico courts usually do not consider fault when distributing property or...

    Are you wondering if parents have any rights if kinship guardianship is granted?  If so, like most legal questions, the answer depends.  You see, the answer depends on your specific case, facts, and kinship guardianship order.   TEMPORARY KINSHIP...

  A kinship guardianship order finalizes the guardianship process.  Also, the guardianship order names the proposed guardian as the minor child’s legal guardian.  In other words, the kinship guardianship order is a legal document that grants the proposed...

  Are you wondering what to expect at your restraining order of protection hearing?  If so, likely you have either filed a restraining order, or recently were served with a temporary order of protection. Alternatively, are you just beginning the process?  In that...

  Are you wondering what will happen at your first kinship guardianship hearing?  In New Mexico, the kinship guardianship act enables caregivers that are 21 or older to become a child’s legal guardian. To be appointed as a child’s guardian, you must show: The...

  A litigated divorce means that both sides are unable to reach an amicable, uncontested divorce agreement.  Consequently, the case moves through the court system from start to finish.  To begin, one party must file the divorce and serve the other side with...

  Yes. New Mexico is an alimony state. Therefore, alimony is an essential element to compete your divorce. New Mexico courts have the legal authority to award alimony/spousal support within your divorce. Accordingly, alimony is an issue that most be resolved....

  Are you wondering what steps are needed to complete an uncontested divorce in New Mexico? If so, by now you likely understand the difference between an uncontested divorce and contested divorce. Additionally, you might already know what uncontested divorce...

  Are you confused about the difference between uncontested divorce vs. contested divorce?  If so, you are not alone.  At times, legal terms and jargon may seem like a different language.  Because of this fact, you may feel like lawyers are speaking an entirely...