Read the transcript of this video below. Keeping divorce private can be summed up in one word: Mediation. In divorce mediation, there are: 1. No public court hearings; 2. No depositions; 3. No submissions of evidence; 4. No courtroom testimony; 5. No discovery; With mediation, we can file your divorce documents in a foreign […]
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WATCH: What is the latest research on the effects of divorce on children?
After years of studying the impact of divorce on children, we have discovered that it is the CONFLICT between the parents, not the divorce per se, that is so emotionally traumatic for children.
WATCH: How to decide on a parenting plan that is best for our children?
The best method of deciding a parenting plan is for the parents of the children to sit down in a safe, comfortable environment and talk about their goals.
WATCH: What is the difference between a litigated divorce and a mediated divorce?
Read the transcript of this video below. Litigation is a process wherein both parties, husband and wife, each hire their own attorneys to represent their separate interests in Court. If the parties cannot come to their own agreement regarding how to divide their property, agree on a parenting plan for their children and plan […]
WATCH: What are the benefits of using Mediation to get divorced?
Read the transcript of this video below. Mediation is a process that allows a married couple to make their own decisions regarding all the issues involved in a divorce, including how to divide their assets and debts, parenting responsibilities and financial responsibilities in the future. I think letting the couple be in charge of […]
WATCH: If someone is unhappy with the outcome of their divorce in New Mexico, can they appeal the court’s ruling?
Read the transcript of this video below. Yes. Now, as part of an appeal, I’m going to quickly go through that process. First of all, you want to try hard to settle the case, because you control the outcome. And in spite of popular opinion, even litigators, trial lawyers, very much want to settle […]
WATCH: Does An Affair Change the Outcome of a Divorce in New Mexico?
New Mexico is a true no-fault state. Knowing this, does an affair change the outcome of a divorce? Watch the video to find out.
WATCH: If one or both spouses own a business, how is it valued and divided in a divorce?
Read the transcript of this video below. Divorces that involve businesses can be very complicated and challenging. In New Mexico, the case law says that the value of all property in a divorce case is market value. There are different ideas and different interpretations as to what that means. And there are different experts […]
WATCH: Does a stay-at-home spouse qualify for alimony in New Mexico?
Read the transcript of this video below. New Mexico looks at ten different factors in setting spousal support (sometimes known as alimony). These factors include: 1. Length of the marriage 2. The age and health of the parties 3. The ability of each person to support him/herself Here are a couple of possible scenarios: […]
WATCH: How can someone prepare themselves for their day in court?
Read the transcript of this video below. The best way to prepare yourself for your day in court is to set up a meeting with your attorney, but it’s likely your attorney will ask for this anyway. Meet with your attorney a few days before your court date and talk about what the process […]
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