Archive for 2019
Happy Holidays
Thank you for supporting our Firm through a year full of exciting changes and recognition. We appreciate you and wish you a very joyous holiday with your friends and loved ones. We also know this time of year is not easy for everyone and we keep those one you going through transition or mourning the…
Read MoreSeparating Without Alignment or 3rd Party Drama – Putting Your Family and Friends in Check
I recently saw a social media message one parent sent to their closest family and friends about their ex-spouse which was very encouraging that I wanted to share. It read as follows: “Dear Family and Friends, As you may know (Ex) and I recently separated. We decided it was for the best, and hope you…
Read MoreLeadership New Mexico Connect – Los Alamos
This past week I had the honor of participating in the Leadership New Mexico Connect program. This program invites and accepts young business professionals throughout New Mexico to a program that teaches leadership, team-building, ethics, and networking skills. One of the first things that stood out to me was the very diverse and talented group…
Read MoreSchool Function Event Considerations for Parents
Clearly defined timesharing schedules are heavily favored in family court. Such schedules help children acclimate to transitions between parents, and develop stability. However, lately we have seen a large influx of timesharing issues revolving around school functions and sports. Planning for these events in advance and good co-parenting skills can really help lower the stress…
Read MoreGetting to Know Our Team – Lorrie Kehl-Paul
Lorrie Paul is a paralegal here at Batley Family Law, P.A. She has been here over two years and works primarily with Bobbie Batley. Lorrie is beloved by our clients as she is extremely personable and compassionate, and is also a great problem solver. Lorrie has an Associate’s Degree in both Accounting and Paralegal Studies. …
Read MoreGetting to Know Our Team – Laurie Herrera
Laurie Herrera is a paralegal here at Batley Family Law, P.A. She primarily works with Sheryl Saavedra. Laurie got her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, and she has an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies. Prior to working at Batley Family Law she was a paralegal at a foreclosure law firm here in Albuquerque. Laurie’s background…
Read MoreGetting to Know Our Team – Lucy Contreras
Lucy Contreras has been with Batley Family Law, P.A. for more than 16 years, and we are so lucky to work with her! As our file clerk, Lucy not only maintains our current files both paper and electronic, but she also maintains all of our closed file data. At Batley Family Law we pride ourselves…
Read MoreGet to Know Our Team – Chelsea Garnenez
“Mą ’íí deeshgíízhíníí nishłį́. Tódich’íí’nii bá shíshchíín. Tó’áhani dashicheii. Hooghan łání dashinálí. I am Coyote Pass People Clan born for Bitter Water Clan. My maternal grandfather’s clan is Near to Water Clan. My paternal grandfather’s clan is Many Hogans Clan.” – Chelsea Garnenez Chelsea Garnenez is the first face you see when you walk in…
Read MoreSUPER LAWYERS
We are proud to announce that Sandi Little, Bobbie Batley, Jan Gilman-Tepper and Randy Powers have been selected by Super Lawyers in the State of New Mexico for 2019! Sandi, Bobbie, and Jan were all selected again as a Super Lawyer, an award that recognizes no more than 5% of attorneys in each state. Jan…
Read MoreRoberta Batley becomes a Diplomate at the American College of Family Trial Lawyers
Little Gilman-Tepper and Batley would like to welcome Bobbie Batley as a Diplomate to the American College of Family Trial Lawyers! Bobbie’s admission into this select group of 100 of the top family law trial lawyers from across the United States is quite an honor. As an Emeritus Member, I have enjoyed the benefits of…
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