At the Law Offices of Larsen & Mender we understand that the legal system can be confusing. We’re dedicated to helping you navigate it with our unique experience of being both prosecutors and defense lawyers. We started this firm to provide quality and accessible legal assistance to New Mexicans that are in need of second …
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New Mexico takes DUI charges seriously. It’s important to remember that a charge is not a conviction. If you are facing charges reach out to our experienced New Mexico criminal lawyers for a consultation. Keep reading to learn of possible DUI penalties. First Conviction DUI Penalties If you are convicted of a first-offense DUI in …
In New Mexico, property acquired during a marriage is generally considered community property. This means that: What is the community property presumption? The community property presumption is the assumption that all property acquired during a marriage is community property, unless you can establish otherwise. In other words, it’s assumed that all property you acquire during …
Have you ever been wrongfully accused of a crime? If so, you’re not alone. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, an estimated 12 million people are arrested each year in the United States. Of those arrested, 4% will face charges for which they will have to prove their innocence. It’s important to act quickly …
A trust is a legal arrangement in which a person or entity (the trustee) holds property for the benefit of another person or entity (the beneficiary). You might have heard that trusts are only for the rich and famous. But that’s not true! Trusts can help protect your assets from creditors, divorcing spouses, and predators …
When you and your ex split up, you still have a connection because of the children. You may want to go through with the divorce, but that doesn’t mean that you don’t love them and want what’s best for them. In this blog post, we’re going to talk about some common issues parents face when …
New Mexico is a relatively progressive state when it comes to cannabis. The state legalized medical cannabis in 2007 and decriminalized small-scale possession in 2009. However, there are still some laws that are stricter than others, and it can be difficult for people to navigate the complicated patchwork of state and local laws. Keep reading …
If you or your spouse has made the decision to file for a divorce and one of you is in the military, there are extra considerations to take into account when choosing a lawyer and filing.
When you hear the word “will” in the context of ”last will and testament”, you might think you don’t have enough assets or you’re not old enough to consider getting one. In reality, everyone needs a will. What is a Will? You have control over your assets while you’re alive, but when you die, they …
As we talked about in our blog post detailing types of DUIs in New Mexico, you can be charged even if the officer suspects the slightest impairment. Given that, a DUI checkpoint in New Mexico is something you will want to know how to handle. In New Mexico, police officers can conduct checkpoints but they …
