An Affordable Approach to New Mexico Child Custody Disputes
At Affordable Law, I have 20 years of family law experience. I know the pain that comes with child custody disputes, and I know how to help families reach solutions that are truly in their best interests.
Child Custody Options
Whether you are going through a divorce or were never married to your child's other parent, it is important to remember that your child custody dispute is about what is best for your child. Most of the time, this means finding a way to allow both parents to play a role in the child's life.
There are four basic kinds of custody:
- Joint custody with one primary custodian — Both parents maintain a significant role in the child's life. One parent spends slightly more time with the child than the other.
- Joint custody with equal custodial parents — Both parents have equal rights and share an equal amount of time with the child.
- Occasional joint custody — One parent spends the majority of time with the child, but the other parent is also involved in the child's life.
- Sole custody — This is very rarely the best option because it excludes one parent from the child's life.
As your lawyer, I will help you explore all of your options to meet your child's needs while also protecting your parental rights. I can help you reach initial custody agreements and request modifications to existing arrangements when necessary.
Using Mediation to Your Advantage
Angry child custody battles do not usually lead to positive end results. Parents and children are often much better off coming to an agreement that is in everyone's best interests.
As a qualified mediator and attorney, I can help you and your child's other parent create a child custody plan that accomplishes your goals while respecting everyone's needs. Mediation lets you avoid the stress and cost of going to court, and it allows you to keep control over the outcome.
Create the Child Custody Plan That Is Right for Your Family
Call 505-908-3857 (toll free 877-439-9476) or contact me online to schedule a free consultation at my Albuquerque office. I will listen to your concerns and answer all of your questions. Together we can develop a custody plan that meets your needs and protects your child's best interests.
