Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Bernalillo County, New Mexico:
- Where to file for child custody in Bernalillo County
- How to find or contact the Bernalillo County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Bernalillo County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Bernalillo County, New Mexico
In Bernalillo County, child custody is handled by the Second Judicial District Court
NAME OF COURT
Second Judicial District Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Bernallilo County District Court
400 Lomas Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102Court Clerk
Room 240, Second FloorSelf-Help Office
Room 119, First FloorFamily Court Clinic
Room 210, Second Floor
COURTHOUSE HOURS
The Clerk's Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Self-Help Office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. for dropping off forms and asking general questions. However, personal interviews are available only Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. & Monday through Thursday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (no interviews on Friday afternoons).
The Family Court Clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
All hours above exclude court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Bernalillo County Child Custody Forms & Fees
New Mexico Child Custody Forms Used in Bernalillo County
https://www.nmcourts.gov/self-
Bernalillo County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you are unable to afford court fees and you don't have a lawyer, speak to someone at the Self-Help Office about applying for a fee waiver.
Get Help With New Mexico Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Bernalillo County Family Court Self-Help Materials
New Mexico Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Bernalillo County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Bernalillo County Child Custody Lawyers
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