About Roberta Yurcic Legal Services, LLC — Family Law Albuquerque New Mexico
Roberta Yurcic Legal Services, LLC is a family law Albuquerque firm serving Bernalillo County residents. The practice handles divorce, custody, child support, and related family matters, alongside consumer bankruptcy work for individuals struggling with debt. Many Albuquerque families benefit from an attorney who can help on multiple fronts — for example, when a divorce intersects with bankruptcy or debt issues. Compare other Albuquerque, New Mexico attorneys before scheduling.
Family cases route through the Second Judicial District Court Family Court Division at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Courthouse in downtown Albuquerque. Bankruptcy filings go to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Mexico, also in downtown Albuquerque. Initial consultations help residents weigh the right path forward.
What Clients Say
Reviewers describe the practice as direct and supportive during difficult life transitions. Clients note clear explanations of New Mexico community-property rules, prompt communication, and realistic estimates of timeline and fees. Several reviews highlight the attorney’s combined experience with family and bankruptcy matters.
Family Law Albuquerque — Practice Areas & Services
- Divorce: Contested and uncontested divorce, including community property division specific to New Mexico.
- Child custody and timesharing: Parenting plans, modifications, and relocation cases heard in Second District Family Court.
- Child and spousal support: Support orders under New Mexico guidelines, modifications, and enforcement.
- Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer filings, including cases that arise out of divorce or separation.
- Domestic violence: Orders of protection from the Second District Court and the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a divorce take in Bernalillo County?
New Mexico has no waiting period for divorce. An uncontested divorce in Second District Family Court typically finalizes within 60 to 120 days of filing. Contested cases involving custody or property division usually run 9 to 18 months. Cases requiring trial can take longer.
Should I file bankruptcy before or after divorce?
The order depends on debt structure, income, and asset distribution. Filing Chapter 7 jointly before divorce can clear shared debt and simplify the divorce. Filing after divorce may be necessary if one spouse cannot qualify for Chapter 7 alone. An attorney who handles both areas can help you sequence the cases correctly.
Where will my custody case be heard?
Initial custody and support cases for Bernalillo County residents are heard at the Second Judicial District Court at 400 Lomas Boulevard NW, Albuquerque. Family-court judges hear divorce, custody, and protection-order matters in dedicated family-court divisions.
Quick Facts: Family Law in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Local court: Second Judicial District Court at 400 Lomas Boulevard NW houses the Family Court Division for Bernalillo County — New Mexico Second Judicial District Court
- Community property: New Mexico is a community-property state — assets and debts acquired during marriage are generally divided equally — NMSA § 40-3-8
- County population: Bernalillo County has roughly 678,000 residents, the largest county in New Mexico — U.S. Census Bureau
