An engagement ring or wedding band is more than a simple piece of jewelry. It is a symbol and a promise. It holds sentimental value, but it also may be worth a decent chunk of change since the average cost of a ring is around $6,000.
No matter...
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Financial mistakes are often made during the divorce process. These avoidable errors put one or both parties in a worse position than they would otherwise have been in post-divorce. As a former business owner with an MBA as well as a law degree, Attorney Bob Matteucci finds this incredibly frustrating.
Getting divorced is easy… in theory. It’s a straightforward legal process that hundreds of New Mexico couples go through each year.
But in practice, it is an unfamiliar, emotionally draining, financially straining mess. Knowing some of the hurdles you will encounter as you prepare to file for divorce...
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The old advice for making the most of life — dance like there’s nobody watching, love like you’ll never be hurt, and sing like there’s nobody listening — has been updated. The fourth rule for living well is now: post on social media like it will one day be read aloud in...
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According to the American Psychological Association, our children often learn or know when something sad or scary happens, even if we try to shield them from it. And if we don’t talk to them about what is going on, they overestimate what is...
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Discovery is one of several phases in a divorce proceeding. However, it may not be used extensively in each divorce case. Still, it is wise to understand the concept so that you can prepare to work with your New Mexico family law attorney should discovery be a significant element of your...
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Yes and no. Ethically, you and your soon-to-be former spouse are not allowed to retain the same lawyer when going through a divorce. No matter how amicable your split is, there is an inherent conflict of interest that prevents one attorney from representing the best interests of both parties. However, there is...
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May 7, 2021 New Mexico Business Outlook published an announcement about my eligibility to serve as a New Mexico Domestic Relations NMRA 1-053 Special Master. As a special master I am appointed by a judge and/or other lawyers to oversee one or more aspects of a family law case as...
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Some states do not have a process for spouses to file for legal separation. These states do not recognize a legal separation. New Mexico recognizes legal separation. To ensure that you protect your best interests and the best interests of your children, always consult with a New Mexico family law attorney...
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One of the many things that divorce can change is health insurance. Whether you had health insurance through your former spouse or you were the primary insured, you need to understand the effect of divorce on health insurance.
You and your spouse will have to make decisions and file...
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