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The Matteucci Family Law firm primarily represents business owners, professionals, and families with significant assets. But that does not mean that our clients (and the legal team that serves them) are unfamiliar with domestic violence and other forms of abuse.
Since October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Attorney Bob Matteucci wanted to take the opportunity to remind everyone that domestic abuse does not discriminate. It ravages families across the state of New Mexico — no matter the age, sex, marital status, or income of the people involved.
If you are considering divorce, and you face even the threat of abuse, there are steps Attorney Bob Matteucci can help you take to protect your physical safety and your future.
Protecting Yourself and Your Loved Ones
No matter a client’s background or net-worth, the Matteucci Family Law team knows it is important to discretely gauge whether they would benefit from having an Order of Protection in place before seeking a divorce.
An Order of Protection, commonly referred to as a restraining order, is a court order that can shield its recipient and their children from abuse or threats of abuse by someone they’ve had a close relationship with—like a spouse or romantic partner.
A typical Order forbids an abuser from hurting, threatening, or harassing the victim. The abuser will be forbidden to be in the physical proximity of the Order recipient, their children, their place of work, or residence. If an abuser violates an Order of Protection, he or she may be arrested.
It is important to note that an Order of Protection can be filed at any point in time. It is not tied to the divorce even if the need for it is triggered by the divorce.
Your Security Includes Your Financial Security
When domestic violence occurs in a high-net-worth marriage, victims often face more than just personal safety concerns. Complex financial issues, and threats of ruin and destitution, add another layer of stress to an already overwhelming situation.
As an experienced family law attorney who understands both the financial and safety aspects of divorce, Bob Matteucci can provide discreet, strategic guidance to help victims stay physically safe and secure their future financial well-being.
While your case is pending, Bob can help you seek temporary spousal support payments (aka alimony), and work to make sure no assets are hidden or destroyed in an attempt to hurt you financially.
Serving Families with Dignity & Compassion
No matter your net-worth, protecting your safety—and your children’s safety—must always come first if you are divorcing an abuser. But ensuring you are able to make a clean break and start to rebuild your life also means protecting your finances.
Attorney Bob Matteucci is an experienced Albuquerque divorce attorney who can help you protect yourself from abuse—both physical and financial, ensuring that you are safe and supported every step of the way.
If you are experiencing any form of domestic abuse or violence, you may want to reach out to the New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence for local assistance and information at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). If you are in immediate danger, you should call 911.