Family Law Attorney in Desert Shores, Nevada

Nevada offers no-fault divorce under NRS 125.010 — incompatibility or separation are sufficient grounds. At least one spouse must have been a Nevada resident for 6 weeks before filing. Clark County Family Court handles Desert Shores divorces. Issues to be resolved include property division (NRS 125.150), child custody (NRS 125C.003), child support (NRS 125B.070), and alimony. An uncontested divorce can be finalized in as few as 3 weeks.

Under NRS 125C.003, Nevada courts determine child custody based on the best interest of the child. Factors include: the child's relationship with each parent, each parent's ability to foster the other parent's relationship with the child, history of domestic violence (NRS 125C.230), stability of each home, and the child's preference if the child is of sufficient age and maturity. A Desert Shores family law attorney can help you build the strongest custody case.

Nevada is a community property state under NRS 123.220. Property and debts acquired during the marriage are generally split 50/50, regardless of who earned the money or whose name is on the account. Separate property (owned before marriage or received as a gift/inheritance) is not divided. A Desert Shores divorce attorney can help identify and protect your separate property and negotiate a fair division of community assets.

Nevada uses a statutory formula under NRS 125B.070 based on the non-custodial parent's gross monthly income and number of children: 18% for one child, 25% for two children, 29% for three children, with adjustments for shared custody arrangements. Courts may deviate from the formula based on the child's special needs or the obligor parent's ability to pay. A Desert Shores family law attorney can calculate your support obligation or fight for a fair modification.

Nevada law under NRS 33.020 allows victims of domestic violence, stalking, or harassment to obtain Temporary and Extended Protection Orders (TPOs and EPOs). A TPO can be issued on an emergency basis the same day you apply. Clark County's Family Court and Justice Courts issue protective orders for Desert Shores residents. A Desert Shores family law attorney can help you apply for a protective order or contest one that has been filed against you.

Under NRS 125C.0035, a custody order can be modified if there is a substantial change in circumstances since the original order was entered and the modification is in the child's best interest. Grounds include: relocation, change in work schedule, the child's changing needs, or evidence of parental unfitness. A Desert Shores family law attorney can evaluate whether your situation qualifies for modification and file the appropriate motion in Clark County Family Court.