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Understanding the Presumption for Joint Custody of a Child in Nevada Law
September 23rd, 2024
Parents who are separated or divorced often struggle to figure out what they need to do to secure child custody rights. A central presumption established by Nevada law is that in the absence of a court decision, each parent has joint legal custody an…
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Do You Need a Lawyer for a Nevada Child Support Case?
June 10th, 2024
Child support laws and rules are extremely complicated. While you are not required to have a lawyer represent you in a Nevada child support case, legal representation can be beneficial in many situations. In the discussion that follows, Las Vegas chi…
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Getting a Domestic Violence Protection Order in Las Vegas
May 24th, 2024
Under Nevada state law, you may ask a court to issue a domestic violence protection order (also called a restraining order) when you have a specific relationship with another person who exhibits conduct that qualifies as domestic violence. While you…
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Can You Move with a Child When You Have Custody?
May 10th, 2024
Specific Nevada statutes govern relocation of a child subject to a custody order. A parent with primary or joint physical custody of a child pursuant to a Nevada court order is not free to move with the child unless the relocating parent complies wit…
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Do You Get Alimony in a Nevada Divorce?
April 24th, 2024
Nevada divorce laws authorize a judge to award alimony, also called spousal support, to either spouse in a divorce proceeding. There is not, however, an entitlement to receive alimony when you get a Nevada divorce. The laws provide complex factors fo…
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How Does a Judge Determine the Best Interest of a Child in a Nevada Custody Case?
April 10th, 2024
Complex state laws apply to Nevada court decisions relating to the custody of a child. When a judge decides custody issues, the primary consideration under state law is what is in the best interest of the child. Determining the child’s best interes…
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3 Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid
January 10th, 2024
Child custody matters are stressful, emotional, and often difficult to resolve. In the process of trying to solve a problem, you may make mistakes that inadvertently and unintentionally undermine your legal position in a child custody case. Being awa…
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Who Pays the Legal Fees for a Nevada Divorce?
December 22nd, 2023
The legal fees and costs of court proceedings may pose a financial challenge for a married individual who wants to pursue a divorce. For that reason, spouses considering divorce often ask whether the other spouse can be made to pay their legal fees.…
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What Is Legal Separation in Nevada?
December 8th, 2023
In Nevada, the term legal separation refers to a statutory court process. In some circumstances, spouses who are navigating marital difficulties may benefit from pursuing a legal separation action instead of filing for divorce. While talking with a k…
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Should You Represent Yourself in a Las Vegas Child Custody Case?
November 27th, 2023
The State of Nevada does not require a parent to have legal representation in a child custody case. Does that mean you should represent yourself in a Las Vegas custody case? There are a number of factors that should influence that decision. You shoul…
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