Archive for 2016
The Children’s Grief Center in Albuquerque-Supporting the Grieving Student
Of course we are shocked and saddened as a community to hear the horrible crime that was perpetrated against 10-year-old Victoria. Well, almost 10. She was killed the day before her 10th birthday.Our role is to provide a safe and supportive environment for grieving families. Victoria had an 8 year old brother, and he will…
Read More2016 Best Lawyers Designation
The law firm of Little, Gilman-Tepper and Batley are listed in the 2016 Best Lawyers listing. What makes this list the “go-to” guide? Two reasons: one, lawyers are not required to pay a fee for a basic listing in the guide; two, inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® is based entirely on confidential peer review. Best…
Read MoreCoping with Divorce-Related Anger
By Jane Zatylny from Divorce Magazine Anger is a very familiar emotion for all of us. And in healthy relationships, it can be an overwhelmingly positive force in our lives. “Healthy anger can tell us if there’s something wrong – something painful and threatening that we need to take care of,” says Dr. M. Chet…
Read MoreFive Tips to Survive Your Child’s College Application Process
by Bobbie Batley from the AAML August Newsletter Hi there! I am writing this in the midst of a weekend of shopping for dorm supplies for my oldest daughter, Kali. She will be leaving New Mexico to attend Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas in just a few weeks. I could not decide what to…
Read MoreState Bar of New Mexico Reciprocity Seminar
The State Bar of New Mexico recently held a Reciprocity Seminar for Law Students who took the bar exam in late July. The seminar was an all-day event featuring Attorneys speaking on a variety of subjects; Civility and Professionalism, The Disciplinary Process and Rules of Professional Conduct, and an Introduction to Indian Law. Sandra Morgan…
Read More8 Texts You Should Never Send Your Ex
“If you can’t say it in person, then don’t say it at all.” Brittany Wong Divorce Editor, The Huffington Post After a divorce or bad breakup, do yourself a favor and don’t press send on that overly emotional text. An angry text about the kids could come back to haunt you as evidence in divorce court — and that…
Read MoreDating During Divorce
The Pro’s and Con’s of Dating before your divorce is finalized. By Lois Tarter in the Huffington Post People have mixed feelings about dating while going through the divorce process. While dating someone new can boost your confidence after a break-up, should you wait until the divorce is officially over before seeking out someone new?…
Read More4 Tips for Helping Kids Back to School After a Divorce
By Katie Davis Parents know that back-to-school time can be quite an eventful time. Activities including buying new books and and school supplies, getting class schedules or carpools organized and altogether just ensuring that children are ready to go back to class. Add divorce to that recipe, and things can be even more hectic. Newly…
Read MoreHow Collaborative Divorce Works: FAQs
Going through a divorce can be a difficult and confusing time. Divorces often involve lawyers, court dates, and a lot of time and costs, if the two parties disagree on numerous issues. Divorce law and family courts seek to remedy these disagreements. A few people may find themselves in a pretty straightforward divorce, where there…
Read More10 Things To Keep In Mind When Telling Your Kids About The Divorce
There are ways to soften the blow. by Caroline Lehman, from the Huffington Post Telling your kids that you plan to divorce is not a conversation to be taken lightly. It’s one that marks a turning point in all of your lives. For the sake of your children’s mental health, it’s important to be prepared. Below…
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