Family & Divorce Law · Cancún, Mexico

English-Speaking Divorce & Family Lawyer in Cancún

Lic. Ricardo Loria — Helping expats and residents in Cancún with divorce, child custody and child support. You don't need to speak Spanish: we assist you in English and handle the entire legal process for you.

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A lawyer who guides you in English, every step of the way

Dealing with a divorce or a family matter is hard enough — doing it in another country and another language can feel overwhelming. You don't have to face it alone. Lic. Ricardo Loria focuses exclusively on family law in Cancún and has helped 300+ families resolve their cases.

We communicate with our English-speaking clients primarily through WhatsApp, with translation support, so you always understand exactly what is happening. The court process is in Spanish and we take care of all of it for you — you focus on moving forward.

Simple communication, in English

No language barrier, no confusion — just clear guidance.

WhatsApp Communication

We keep in touch through WhatsApp with translation support, so every message and update is clear to you.

We Handle the Spanish

All court filings and procedures are in Spanish — and we take care of 100% of them. You don't deal with the paperwork.

Clear, Upfront Fees

You know the full cost from the first consultation. No hidden fees and flexible payment options.

Family Law Services in Cancún

Focused exclusively on family law for residents and expats.

Divorce

Mutual-consent and unilateral (no-fault) divorce before the Family Court of Cancún, with or without children.

Child Custody

Sole or joint custody, always guided by the best interests of the child, plus visitation arrangements.

Child Support

Setting, increasing, reducing or enforcing child support payments under Quintana Roo law.

Division of Assets

Fair division of marital property and liquidation of the marital estate during and after divorce.

The Process, Step by Step

From your first message to the final resolution.

1

Free Consultation

Tell us about your situation on WhatsApp. We review your case and explain your options in English.

Free
2

Strategy & Documents

We define the best path and prepare the agreement or the petition to file with the Family Court.

3–7 days
3

Filing & Updates

We file your case and keep you informed of every step via WhatsApp and email.

Varies
4

Resolution

We obtain the final ruling (divorce, custody and/or support) with full legal effect.

~3–4 months

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A licensed attorney (verify License No. 13190279), 300+ family cases handled, and direct, personal attention — you always deal with the attorney himself, never an intermediary.

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Glossary of Key Terms

The words you'll hear most, explained simply.

Mutual-consent divorce: a divorce where both spouses agree to divorce and on the terms (custody, support, assets).
Unilateral (no-fault) divorce: a divorce requested by only one spouse, without the other's signature or consent. Allowed in Quintana Roo since 2015.
Child custody: who the children live with day to day; can be sole or joint, always based on the best interests of the child.
Child support: the payment that covers a child's food, health, education, clothing and housing.
Parental authority (patria potestad): both parents' rights and duties over their children; it is not lost through divorce.
Family Court (Juzgado de lo Familiar): the Quintana Roo court that handles divorces, custody and support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What expats ask us most before the first consultation.

No. We assist you mainly through WhatsApp with translation support, so you always understand your case. The court process is in Spanish and we handle all of it for you.

A mutual-consent divorce starts around 10,000 MXN with a low initial payment; a contested/unilateral divorce ranges 12,000–35,000 MXN depending on complexity. You get an exact quote in your free consultation.

A mutual-consent divorce takes about 3 months and a unilateral one about 4 months, before the Family Court of Quintana Roo.

Yes. Under Quintana Roo law, a no-fault (unilateral) divorce can be requested by either spouse without the other's signature or consent.

Yes. Custody, visitation and child support are usually resolved together with the divorce, always based on the best interests of the child.

Mainly by WhatsApp, with translation support for clear English communication. You can message us anytime and we keep you updated at every stage.

Talk to a lawyer today — in English

Send us a message on WhatsApp. The first consultation is free and with no obligation.

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Tell us about your situation and we'll reply quickly to guide you — at no cost and with no obligation.

📞Phone / WhatsApp: +52 998 522 3748
📧Email: loriaizquierdo@gmail.com
📍Av. Chilam Balam SM 51 MZ 19 LT 26, Montecarlo, Office 6, C.P. 77533, Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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