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When parents struggle to care for a child, a grandparent who provides care for the child may wonder whether they can get legal custody of the grandchild. While Nevada state law does allow a court to award custody of a child to a grandparent, the laws… Read More

The Nevada divorce process includes the option for a married couple to file a joint petition for divorce, when specific requirements are met. A joint petition can save time and money, but there are disadvantages as well. If you are a spouse consideri… Read More

The State of Nevada requires both parents of a child under the age of 18 years to provide support for the child’s necessary needs, including health care, education, maintenance. Complex laws and regulations govern determination of the amount of sup… Read More

If you are a married spouse considering filing for divorce in Las Vegas, understanding the Nevada laws that govern divorce in the state is very important. The process itself is fairly straightforward, but complex substantive issues can arise. Talking… Read More

For many people, social media is an important part of their lives. Sharing events, news, and other reports is an essential way for communicating details about our lives. In some situations, however, such as a custody dispute, social media posts may p… Read More

Since recreational use of marijuana became legal in Nevada in 2017, parents in a custody dispute sometimes wonder if legal use of marijuana by a parent can affect the outcome of a child custody case. While there are no specific rules or laws about le… Read More

When a Nevada couple divorces, child custody and property division are the two issues most likely to cause disputes that the court needs to resolve. In property distribution, a confusing issue is the difference between separate and community property… Read More

Parents involved in a child custody court action often ask whether a child can testify in the case. In Nevada, complex state laws and court rules apply to child witness testimony. While the judge may permit a child to testify in some situations, ther… Read More