Relationships are difficult to navigate. When they are changing and situations need adjusting, getting an attorney can be your best bet. Whether it’s a no-fault divorce, child custody dispute, adoption process, or any other family matter, our firm can help.
At The Law Offices of Larsen and Mender we have attorneys who focus on Family Law and they can guide you through your options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
New Mexico courts determine custody based on the best interests of the child. Judges consider each parent’s relationship with the child, the child’s adjustment to home and school, each parent’s ability to provide stability, and each parent’s willingness to support the child’s relationship with the other parent.
Legal separation allows couples to live apart and divide property without legally ending the marriage. Divorce terminates the marriage entirely. Some couples choose legal separation for religious reasons, to maintain health insurance coverage, or while considering their long-term options.
New Mexico is a community property state. Most assets and debts acquired during the marriage are divided equally (50/50). Separate property, meaning any assets owned before marriage or received as a gift or inheritance, is generally not subject to division.
An uncontested divorce can be finalized in 30–90 days. Contested divorces involving disputes over property, custody, or support can take 6 months to over a year depending on complexity.
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Family Law cases we’ve handled:
No-Fault Divorce
Custody Arrangements
Child Support
Adoptions
Guardianship
Child Advocacy
Divorce Property Agreements
Domestic Violence