Leigh & Dougherty Family Law

Leigh & Dougherty Family Law represents one of New Mexico's most thoughtful approaches to family law representation. Founded in 2015 by Tiffany Oliver Leigh and Kymberleigh G. Dougherty, the firm has established itself as a trusted partner for families navigating divorce and custody matters throughout New Mexico, with particular strength in the Rio Rancho and Albuquerque regions. The firm's philosophy centers on providing compassionate, knowledgeable guidance during life's most challenging transitions.

Tiffany Oliver Leigh, the firm's founding partner, earned her legal education at the University of New Mexico School of Law and has distinguished herself as a dedicated family law advocate. Her commitment to the field extends beyond client representation—she regularly volunteers at the Divorce Options Workshop, helping individuals understand their legal options during family transitions. This dedication to community education reflects the firm's broader commitment to making family law services accessible and understandable to the people who need them most.

Kymberleigh G. Dougherty, co-founder of Leigh & Dougherty, also received her law degree from the University of New Mexico School of Law. Together, the two attorneys have created a practice dedicated exclusively to family law matters, allowing them to develop deep expertise in the specialized and sensitive issues that define this field. Their exclusive focus on family law ensures that every case receives the benefit of attorneys who have spent their entire careers mastering this particular area of law.

The firm has earned recognition as a top-rated family law practice on Super Lawyers, a distinction that reflects both peer recognition and demonstrated excellence in matrimonial representation. This recognition acknowledges that Leigh & Dougherty meets the stringent criteria required for inclusion on the Super Lawyers list, which selects only the top percentage of attorneys in each practice area. The firm's reputation extends throughout the Rio Rancho, Albuquerque, and greater New Mexico region.

Leigh & Dougherty Family Law handles the full spectrum of family law matters, from contested divorces involving complex property division and child custody disputes to uncontested separations seeking efficient, dignified resolution. The firm works with clients on spousal support and alimony issues, child support calculations and modifications, custody and visitation arrangements, and the division of marital property. The attorneys understand that each family's situation is unique, and they work to develop solutions tailored to their clients' specific circumstances and goals.

What sets Leigh & Dougherty apart is the firm's commitment to partnership with clients. Rather than simply telling clients what to do, the attorneys work collaboratively to help clients understand their options, the likely consequences of different choices, and the strategies most likely to achieve their goals. This client-centered approach recognizes that divorce and family law matters involve not just legal issues but deeply personal decisions about family relationships and futures.

The firm's founding attorneys have demonstrated their commitment to continuing legal education, with Tiffany Oliver Leigh having received the Continuing Legal Education Crest Award in 2011. This ongoing professional development ensures that the firm remains current with changes in family law, new strategies for resolving disputes, and emerging best practices in matrimonial representation.

Whether clients are facing a straightforward uncontested divorce or a complicated custody battle involving questions of child welfare, spousal support, and significant asset division, Leigh & Dougherty Family Law brings expertise, compassion, and dedication to every matter. The firm's attorneys have made family law their career focus, investing in the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the best possible outcomes for the families they serve throughout New Mexico.