We do not believe in one-size fits all representation when it comes to legal matters. Jennifer Burrill and her team have experience in family law allowing for the best representation and outcomes for her clients.

Divorce

Divorce is an intensely personal and emotional matter for you and your family, which can often result in uncertainty and confusion causing you to lose sight of your personal needs and objectives. As you begin transitioning into your new chapter in life, a divorce lawyer can provide you with the guidance necessary to allow you the confidence to make intelligent and informed decisions regarding property and asset division, alimony, spousal support, custody, and child support; decisions that will have long-lasting effects on both you and your children’s lives.

Child Custody and Support

Child custody and visitation are often the most contentious issues in family law and the results of these legal decisions can have a significant effect on your child’s development. At NM Justice Center, Law Office of Jennifer Burrill, LLC we are committed to fighting for your rights and won’t let the Court lose sight of what is in the best interest of your kids. Ms. Burrill has a wealth of experience representing people from all walks of life in child custody and visitation disputes. Let her utilize her aggressive litigation style and extensive trial experience to help you achieve your goals and protect your children’s interest. Ms. Burrill handles the following types of child custody and visitation matters:

Child custody disputes can be emotionally draining and difficult for everyone involved, especially the children. You need an experienced attorney to explain your legal rights, review your options, and to aggressively pursue your goals while at the same time protecting your rights. Contact our office today to speak with an experienced family law attorney who can guide you through this difficult period.

Child custody and visitation orders can be changed at any time while the child is still a minor, usually under the age of 18. The general rule in New Mexico is that a court may modify a custody or visitation order upon a showing of a “substantial change in circumstances” since the previous order was made.

When the parents live in different states, the issue is whether New Mexico courts have the authority, or jurisdiction, to make or modify orders concerning custody and visitation. The Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) governs whether a state has jurisdiction over cases involving an out-of-state residence. If you, your child, or the other parent does not live in New Mexico, contact us to find out if New Mexico courts have jurisdiction.

Today, it is common for one parent to re-locate to another part of New Mexico or even move out-of-state to be closer to family or accept a better job. When one parent wishes to move a substantial distance and take the child with them, the parties may often find themselves in court to decide if the child will be allowed to leave.

When a child is born and its parents are not married, the law does not automatically recognize the biological father as the legal father. When this happens clients turn to Jennifer Burrill to have the Court determine who the legal father is and establish paternity through the Courts. The purpose of a paternity action is to judicially determine legal fatherhood, this is most commonly done through DNA testing and evidence.

An adjudication of paternity carries with it all the legal rights and obligations of a legal parent-child relationship, including custody, visitation, and the obligation to provide for the child through child support. A court order naming a man as the legal father of a child is a prerequisite for establishing child support, custody, and visitation rights. In cases where public assistance is providing support, the State may bring an action to establish paternity and demand child support. If you have been served with court documents alleging that you are a father of a child, you have certain procedural rights, including: the right to request genetic testing, the right to remain silent, the right to a trial, and during that trial you have the right to cross-examine the witnesses. You need an attorney who knows the system and can fight for all of your rights.

Jennifer Burrill has experience representing individuals in both contested and uncontested paternity proceedings. The result of an adjudication has long-term consequences for everyone involved, both emotional, financial, and legal. Let me put my experience to work for you. Whether you want to initiate a paternity action or are contesting a paternity suit, contact us today to set up your consultation.

At NM Justice Center our hourly rate is $200 per hour. Depending on the complexity of the divorce and the length of time in which we believe the divorce will take will determine how much your divorce will cost. There is a $40 initial consultation fee and we do require our clients to pay a retainer up front. The retainer amount will be based on the complexity of the case.