District Court Clinic is a specialized court-affiliated service operating within the Second Judicial District Court of New Mexico, offering family-focused dispute resolution with a 30-year history of supporting families through complex legal transitions. It stands out as a dedicated resource providing court-ordered mediation and consultation services aimed at reducing conflict and prioritizing the best interests of children.
The clinic employs licensed mental health professionals and paraprofessionals who deliver unbiased, culturally sensitive assistance to families navigating domestic relations cases. Services are available exclusively to parties with open cases in the Second Judicial District Court and require a signed judicial referral order. With a mission centered on empowerment and integrity, the clinic helps families develop mutually acceptable parenting plans through structured, confidential processes.
Services Offered
- Mediation services
- On-call consultations
- Brief consultations
- Scheduled consultations
- Advisory consultations
- Parenting plan development assistance
- Time-sharing schedule guidance
- Dispute resolution alternatives for child-related conflicts
Services are provided in both English and Spanish, with all consultations subject to a sliding-scale fee except for mediations, which are offered free of charge. The clinic operates under the leadership of a licensed clinical social worker and adheres to state statutes and local court rules governing domestic relations mediation programs.
