Bio

I have been practicing family law exclusively since my NM bar admission in 2019.

I handle most types of family law issues, including, but not limited to, divorce, custody, parentage, child support, kinship guardianship, and grandparent visitation.

I have a deep commitment to client advocacy, education, and legal navigation.  My clients receive a thorough explanation of objective procedural requirements, law relevant to their case, and enlightenment of how the world of law, procedure and equity intertwine in a domestic matters case. Then, I provide a subjective analysis of their specific set of personal circumstances.  I prefer to resolve issues with out-of-court collaborative negotiation, but I also welcome the challenges of court.  I am a fierce litigator when the need arises.

My commitment to family law developed prior to law school.  I worked as a legal assistant, paralegal, and law clerk at various firms and nonprofit organizations.  For example, I was the managing coordinator of a Family Law Court Program, which cooperated with several metropolitan district courts to annually provide hundreds of low-income parties with filing assistance and representation in non-contested divorce and custody matters.

Personal Note

I grew up in the northern suburbs of Denver, where much of my extended family still resides.  My family has always been my greatest treasure- one that continues to grow! I cherish the special relationships with my many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.  My retired parents make several trips a year to Albuquerque and I love introducing them to the fabulous things New Mexico has to offer.

I have several hobbies, but being an Escape Room Enthusiast is at the top of my list.

I’m a coffeephile and bookworm, with a love of corny jokes.

I’m an energetic, social person who enjoys networking in dynamic environments.  I enjoy staying active in the community.  I love experiencing Albuquerque’s vibrant social scenes and rarely pass up an opportunity to visit new cultural hotspots.