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Ashton Law, PC

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Ashton Law, P.C. is an Albuquerque, New Mexico law firm focusing on family law and estate planning. Led by attorney Elizabeth Ashton, the firm uses a holistic, client-centered approach to guide indivi

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Albuquerque family law attorneys for custody, child support, guardianship, and adoption. Led by former JAG officer Anthony Spratley. Call 505-317-4455.

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Plain-English guides to the law. General information, not legal advice.

Asset Protection Planning in New Mexico

New Mexico asset protection involves layering — exemption planning, business entities, retirement accounts, and (for some) Domestic Asset Protection Trusts (DAPTs) in DAPT-friendly states.

Blended Family Estate Planning in New Mexico

New Mexico blended families need careful estate planning to avoid disinheriting biological children when surviving spouse remarries — QTIP trusts, life insurance, and specific structures address the conflict.

Business Succession Planning in New Mexico

New Mexico business succession requires coordinated estate + business planning — buy-sell agreements, life insurance funding, key-person insurance, and gradual transition plans. Without it, families lose businesses to taxes, disputes, or chaos.

Charitable Trusts in New Mexico

New Mexico charitable trusts combine philanthropy with tax planning. Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) and Charitable Lead Trusts (CLTs) provide income / estate / gift tax benefits.

Digital-Asset Estate Planning in New Mexico

New Mexico digital-asset planning is governed by RUFADAA (adopted in 48 states) — fiduciaries can access digital accounts only if user explicitly consented. Without planning, families lose access to email, photos, crypto, and online accounts.

Spouse's Elective Share in New Mexico

New Mexico elective share: Community property state — surviving spouse owns 1/2 of community.

Estate-Tax Planning in New Mexico

New Mexico estates may face federal estate tax (40% above ~$13.99M / individual in 2025) plus state estate or inheritance tax — most estates use lifetime gifting + trusts to minimize tax.

Guardianship and Conservatorship in New Mexico

New Mexico guardianship cases — for minors, incapacitated adults, or both — are heard in District Court / Probate Court. Process requires petition, evaluation, hearing, ongoing reporting.

Healthcare Directives in New Mexico

New Mexico healthcare directives: Uniform Health-Care Decisions Act + MOST.

Heirs' Property in New Mexico

New Mexico heirs' property — land passed without a will or proper estate planning, owned by multiple heirs as tenants-in-common — has caused significant land loss in Black + low-income families. UPHPA partition reform helps.

Intestate Succession in New Mexico: What Happens If You Die Without a Will

If you die in New Mexico without a will, the state's intestate succession law decides who gets what — not you. Spouse takes ALL community property and 1/4 of separate property; children take the other 3/4 of separate property.

Living Trusts in New Mexico

A revocable living trust avoids probate, maintains privacy, and lets you control how your assets pass at death. Estates over $50K personal property typically benefit most.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every estate go through probate?

Not always — property in trusts, joint accounts and accounts with beneficiaries can pass outside probate.

How long does probate take in New mexico?

Simple estates may take months; complex or contested ones can take a year or more.

Do I need an estate lawyer to write a will?

Not legally, but mistakes in do-it-yourself wills are common and can leave a family in probate disputes. A lawyer makes sure it's valid under your state's law.

What is probate?

The court process that settles a person's estate — confirming the will, paying debts and distributing property. A lawyer can often make it faster and cheaper.

How much does estate planning cost in New mexico?

Simple wills are often a flat fee; trusts and full plans cost more. Ask for a written quote for the documents you need.

How many probate lawyers are listed in New mexico?

There are currently 16 probate lawyers listed in New mexico on CGMIMM.

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