How to Reduce Uncertainty and Gain Control in Divorce

In our experience, very few people enter into marriage thinking, “well if it doesn’t work out, I will just get divorced.” It is an incredibly difficult decision to make even in the worst situations and thinking about it versus taking the steps forward are two very different things. If your thoughts about divorce are more…

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Roberta S. Batley Celebrating 19 Consecutive Years Among the Best Lawyers in America®

We were excited, but not surprised, to learn that Bobbie Batley has been included in the 30th edition of Best Lawyers in America, which will be released in 2024. After all, our Managing Partner has been chosen for this honor every single year since 2006. What makes this award so special is that it is…

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Join Us in Welcoming Nathan Frazier to Our Team

“In the pursuit of justice, there is no nobler cause than to stand up for those who may otherwise stand alone. The fight for fairness is not just my job, it’s my mission.” Nathan Frazier believes in the noble pursuit of justice and strives to make a positive impact by building a more just society.…

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Navigating Co-Parenting: Strategies for a Successful Summer Vacation in New Mexico

Navigating co-parenting during the summer vacation can often be a challenging endeavor. We understand the complexities involved and we’re here to provide some helpful strategies to ensure a peaceful and enjoyable summer for your children and you. Prioritizing Children’s Best Interests: Co-parenting, in essence, is when both parents actively participate in their children’s lives, regardless…

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What Unique Issues Do LGBTQIA+ Couples Face During Divorce in New Mexico?

As we celebrate Pride Month, we pay homage to the leaders who fought hard over the years to obtain marital rights for members of the LGBTQIA+ community in New Mexico and elsewhere. It took activists decades to realize the goal of legalized marriage for LGBTQIA+ couples.  Even though New Mexico has recognized these marriages for…

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Roberta S. Batley Selected to 2023 Super Lawyers® List for the Southwest Region

Our founder and Managing Partner Roberta S. Batley has not only been ranked on the Top 25 list in New Mexico by Super Lawyers®, she has also been chosen for the Super Lawyers list for the entire Southwest Region of the United States. Receiving recognition from peers not only in the state of New Mexico…

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Roberta S. Batley Named “Lawyer of the Year” in Albuquerque

The Batley Family Law team finds it gratifying to receive an award that indicates respect from our peers. However, we were all incredibly excited to learn that our Managing Partner, Roberta S. Batley, has been named “Lawyer of the Year” for family law in Albuquerque by BestLawyers.com. To be ranked at the top in a…

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Considering a Postnuptial Agreement? Here is What You Need to Know.

Postnuptial agreements can protect the finances of married partners. If a couple is struggling with a breach of trust or other challenges, establishing a postnuptial agreement provides a measure of security during the healing process. If the marriage ends in divorce or when one partner passes away, the terms outlined in a postnuptial agreement reduce…

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Roberta Batley Continues to Receive Top Ranking from Martindale-Hubbell

Once again, the prestigious legal industry review organization Martindale-Hubbell has awarded Managing Partner Roberta S. Batley AV Preeminent standing for the 12th consecutive year. This represents the highest rating an attorney can receive for both legal ability and ethical standards. Martindale-Hubbell first started rating attorneys for their legal skills and ethical practices in 1887. To…

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Finding a Peaceful Solution Through Collaborative Divorce

Besides death, divorce is one of the most stressful events you can face in life. However, a collaborative divorce lawyer makes this challenging process easier and prepares you to move on with your life. What is Collaborative Divorce? A Collaborative Divorce ends a marriage without litigation by using a negotiation process with two collaboratively trained…

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