Family Law Attorney in Puerto Vallarta

Family matters often arrive at moments of tension and uncertainty. At Abogados Profesionales, we support individuals and families in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, and the Bahía de Banderas region of Nayarit with divorce, child support, custody, probate, and other family law matters. We have 26 years of experience and handle each case personally, with clear language and a strategy tailored to your circumstances. Our goal is to help you understand your options before you make a decision and to provide legal representation when your matter requires it.

How can we help you?

We handle family law matters in Puerto Vallarta and the Bahía de Banderas region. These are some of the cases we can review with you:

Divorce by mutual consent

When both spouses decide to end the marriage and want an orderly agreement on property, children, or support.

Contested divorce

When there is no agreement on the separation, property, custody, or support, and a strategy is needed to present the case.

Child support

To request, modify, or defend support for minors or for people who are legally entitled to receive it.

Custody and parenting time

To define where the children will live, how visits will be organized, and what conditions serve their development.

Parental authority

When parental authority is in dispute or authorization is needed for a matter involving a minor.

Probate and inheritance

To organize the transfer of assets, resolve disagreements among heirs, or handle probate proceedings.

Adoption

To review the requirements, process, and conditions that must be met in each case.

Concubinage

To legally recognize an unmarried partnership and its effects on property, rights, or support.

How we work

We follow an orderly path in every matter. We do not promise outcomes or timelines that are beyond our control.

Initial consultation. We listen to your situation, review the available information, and answer your main questions.
Assessment and strategy. We identify the legal options, risks, and possible paths forward, and explain each alternative.
Preparation and filing. If you decide to move forward, we prepare the matter and present it to the appropriate authority when the case requires it.
Follow-up. We keep you informed of relevant developments and adjust the strategy as the matter progresses.

What we review in the consultation

Every family case is different. During the consultation, we review the facts, relevant dates, background, the information that applies, and possible scenarios. Not every situation requires a lawsuit, and not every situation is resolved in the same way. That is why we prefer to understand your case before proposing a path.

We also review whether any interim measures should be addressed, for example when minors or family assets are involved. If your matter requires immediate action, we will tell you clearly.

You can share your situation with confidence. The consultation is a space to understand what is happening and what options exist, not to commit immediately to a legal proceeding.

Confidentiality and personal attention

We handle your case with discretion. The information you share with us is treated confidentially and used only to analyze your situation and provide legal guidance.

We believe in personal attention. You deal directly with the attorney responsible for your matter and receive explanations in clear language. Our firm works in Spanish, English, and French, and serves local and international clients in Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas.

When your case allows, we first look for a negotiated solution. If that is not possible, we are prepared to represent you before the appropriate authorities.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to go to court to resolve my case?

Not always. Some family matters are resolved through agreements or administrative procedures; others require a lawsuit. During the consultation, we review your case and explain your options.

What do I need to get started?

The information required depends on the type of matter. During the consultation, we review your situation and tell you which facts or background information are relevant to analyze it.

How long does a family matter take?

There is no single timeline. Duration depends on the type of matter, the authority involved, the parties, and the circumstances of the case. We do not promise dates we cannot control.

Can I request support or custody if I live outside Puerto Vallarta?

We can review cases with a connection to Puerto Vallarta or Bahía de Banderas. During the consultation, we assess your situation and whether it is viable to act in this jurisdiction.

What happens if the other party does not want to reach an agreement?

If there is no agreement, we review the legal options available and prepare a strategy to defend your interests before the appropriate authority.

Is the consultation confidential?

Yes. The information you share is treated confidentially and used to analyze your case.

Related services

If your matter also involves property, contracts, or workplace disputes, we can guide you in:

Schedule a consultation

If you need guidance with a family law matter, schedule a consultation via WhatsApp or call 322 190 0955. We are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in Puerto Vallarta and the Bahía de Banderas region.

The consultation allows us to hear your case and explain the options available.

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Content reviewed by Aurelio Cortés Fránquez, attorney at Abogados Profesionales.