Custody When Never Married

Custody of a child when the parents are not married is commonly referred to as a “Parentage” matter. Parentage matters are governed by NMSA 40-11A. The beginning of the process includes establishing the paternity of the Father of the child. After paternity is established, the Court then looks to determine the following issues: Custody: Legal…

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On Our Bookshelf: Our Top Five Book Recommendation for Those Divorcing with Children

Getting a divorce is hard enough as it is.  But when children are involved parents often find themselves wondering how do I explain this to my children?  How do I best support my children through this process?  Below is a list of books for you and your children that we recommend to help guide you…

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On Our Bookshelf: Our Top Three Book Recommendations for Those Facing Divorce

Whether you’re considering divorce, in the process of one, or finished with your own, you no doubt have many questions. Great news! You are not alone. Millions of people have been in the exact same place.  That means there is a huge library of books at your disposal that answer many of your questions.  Below…

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