Guides and articles to help you understand your options.
Nevada still treats the family pet as property in a divorce, with no statute for animal custody or visitation. Here is what that means for Las Vegas couples and how to plan ahead.
Las Vegas sits beside Nellis and Creech Air Force Bases, so military divorces are common in Clark County. Federal protections, pension rules, and deployment add layers a civilian case never sees.
The Supporting America's Children and Families Act, signed in early 2025, strengthens child support enforcement and child welfare nationwide. Nevada runs its program inside that federal framework, so the changes reach Clark County over the next few years.
Voters will fill a large share of the Eighth Judicial District bench this year, including several contested Family Court departments in Las Vegas. Here is what those races mean for families with a custody, divorce, or support case.
Family law attorneys in Las Vegas report a rising number of divorces among couples over 50. Here is why these cases are financially complex and how Nevada law treats retirement, support, and long marriages.
Texas and other states tightened protective order rules in 2026, including a change that lets a protective order override a conflicting custody term. Here is how Nevada protective orders function and what a Las Vegas family should know.
Florida and other states moved away from open ended permanent alimony in 2026, favoring time limited support. Nevada already takes a flexible, factor based approach. Here is what that means for a Las Vegas divorce.
Judge Tierra Jones becomes chief judge of the Eighth Judicial District Court on July 1, 2026, and a new judge will preside over the family division. Here is what changes, what does not, and how to keep your Las Vegas case on track.
Crypto, NFTs, online stores, and reward points are becoming a regular part of marital estates in 2026. Here is how Nevada's community property rules apply to digital assets and what a Las Vegas spouse should do to protect their share.
Washington raised its child support income ceiling for 2026, part of a national push to refresh aging guidelines. Here is what Nevada's framework looks like and what a Las Vegas parent can do today.
A June power outage closed Clark County family court buildings for a day and vacated hearings. Here is what continues, what pauses, and how to keep your case on track when the courthouse is down.
In a March 2026 decision, the Nevada Supreme Court held that a child who left the state for a time can still have Nevada as a home state for custody purposes. Here is what Las Vegas parents should take from the ruling.
A January 2026 ruling, In re N.D., holds that the full dismissal of a child protection petition is a final judgment families and agencies can appeal. Here is what that change means for Nevada parents.
A 2025 law, Senate Bill 126, reshapes how pension and retirement benefits are handled when a marriage ends, including new paperwork before any payout. Here is what Las Vegas spouses should understand.
Several Nevada statutes that govern paternity hearings, temporary child support, and family court roles change on July 1, 2026. Most of the updates modernize who hears parts of your case. Here is what a Las Vegas family should understand.
New Jersey rewrote its custody statute in January 2026 and New York is weighing a similar bill, both putting child safety ahead of a presumption for equal contact. Nevada already has several of these protections in place. Here is how it compares for a Las Vegas family.
Cryptocurrency in property division, virtual mediation, gray divorce, parallel parenting, and digital wellness clauses are reshaping how divorces play out in 2026. Here is how each trend looks through the lens of Nevada family law.
A 2025 Nevada law restricts when a family court can force a child into reunification therapy or a reunification camp, raises the bar for expert testimony on abuse, and requires new training for judges. Here is how it affects a Las Vegas custody case.
A 2025 Nevada law flipped the default in family court from private to public. Here is what changed on October 1, 2025, and how it affects privacy in a Las Vegas divorce or custody case.
AB 227 gave Nevada its first full adoption code rewrite in decades, adding a clear path for confirmatory adoptions and simpler readoption. Here is what Las Vegas families should know.
From a few weeks for an uncontested case to several months for a contested one, here is what really drives a Nevada divorce timeline.
The difference between an uncontested and a contested divorce, and how to tell which one your case is.
Nevada is a community property state. Here is what that means for your home, retirement and debt in a divorce.
Practical steps to get ready for a Nevada custody hearing and put your best foot forward for your children.
How protective orders work in Nevada, how fast you can get one, and what to do if you have been wrongly accused.
When and how you can change an existing custody, child support or alimony order in Nevada.
A plain-language guide to the residency rules that decide whether you can file for divorce in Nevada, including the six-week minimum and what counts as proof.
When both spouses agree on the terms, Nevada offers a streamlined joint petition process that can be faster, calmer, and less expensive than a traditional contested divorce.
Divorce ends a marriage, but legal separation lets couples live apart and settle key issues while staying legally married. Here is how to tell which path fits your needs.
An annulment treats a marriage as if it was never valid, but it is only available in specific situations. Learn who may qualify in Nevada and how it compares to divorce.
Walking into a first meeting with a divorce attorney can feel intimidating. Here is what usually happens, what to bring, and how to make the most of your free consultation.
Nevada custody is split into two separate questions: who makes the big decisions, and where the child lives. Understanding both helps you read your case clearly.
A parenting time schedule sets out when your child is with each parent. Here is how these schedules take shape in Nevada and what to think about as you build one.
Establishing paternity creates a legal relationship between a father and child. Here is a plain-language look at why it matters and how it generally works in Nevada.
Relocating with a child after a custody order is not as simple as packing a moving truck. Here is what Nevada parents should understand before a big move.
Child support orders are not always set in stone. When life changes, you may be able to ask the court to adjust the amount. Here is how that generally works in Nevada.
A plain-language look at how Nevada courts approach spousal support, what judges consider, and why no two cases look exactly alike.
Retirement savings are often a couple's largest asset. Here is how Nevada's community property rules treat 401(k)s, pensions, and IRAs in a divorce.
If you own a business, divorce raises hard questions about ownership and value. Here is how Nevada law approaches a closely held company.
Adopting your stepchild is a meaningful way to formalize the bond you already share. Here is how the process generally works in Nevada.
When a child needs a caregiver to step in, guardianship offers legal authority to provide care and make decisions. Here is how it works in Nevada.
Thinking about filing for divorce? Here are five things that can help you feel more prepared and less overwhelmed before you begin.
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