What’s the difference between custody and visitation? “Custody” addresses whether one or both parents have the power to make decisions about the child whereas “visitation” covers when the child will ...
Most people feel nervous when meeting with a lawyer, especially when they are also dealing with a major change in their family life. Take a deep breath. I promise I don’t bite. Here’s a little bit ...
If you’ve never been to court before, it can seem scary. I will try to de-mystify the experience and hopefully alleviate your fear. What should I wear? Men should wear a button down shirt, dress ...
How is child support determined in New Mexico? Child support in New Mexico is set by the statute known as the New Mexico Child Support Guidelines. It is a straightforward formula that looks at the ...
I was just served with court papers – what do I do now? Take a DEEP breath. Do it again. Find a quiet place, sit down, and read through the papers once to look for the date and time of any court ...
What does “Dissolution of Marriage” mean? “Dissolution of Marriage” is just another way of saying divorce. When two people get divorced, they are dissolving the marriage. Once the judge signs the ...
