Guardianship Attorneys in Las Vegas & Southern Nevada
Adult and minor guardianship proceedings — Las Vegas and Clark County. Every community in the Las Vegas metro has a dedicated listing — one exclusively featured attorney per area.
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About Guardianship Law in Nevada: Nevada guardianship is governed by NRS Chapter 159 (adults) and NRS Chapter 159A (minors). Guardianship grants legal authority to care for a person (guardian of the person) and/or their financial affairs (guardian of the estate). Nevada courts require a hearing and often appoint a court visitor to investigate before granting guardianship. Alternatives like power of attorney or advance directives may achieve similar goals without court intervention.
What Guardianship Attorneys Handle
👴 Adult Guardianship
👶 Minor Guardianship
💰 Conservatorship / Estate Guardianship
🏥 Medical Decision Authority
📋 Alternatives to Guardianship
⚖️ Contested Guardianship
🔄 Guardianship Modification / Termination
🌐 Out-of-State Guardian Recognition
Guardianship Attorneys in Las Vegas & Southern Nevada
19 attorneys listed in this category — click any profile to read their full background, reviews, and contact information.
Guardianship is appropriate when a person (adult or minor) cannot manage their own affairs due to incapacity, disability, or age. It is a last resort — courts prefer less restrictive alternatives (power of attorney, healthcare directives) when the person has capacity to execute them.
How long does it take to establish guardianship in Nevada?
An emergency guardianship can be granted in 24–72 hours. Standard guardianship petitions in Clark County typically take 45–90 days from filing to hearing. The court may appoint a guardian ad litem or court visitor to investigate the proposed ward's circumstances.
What is the difference between guardian of the person and guardian of the estate?
A guardian of the person makes personal and medical decisions for the ward. A guardian of the estate manages financial affairs. Both can be granted to the same person or to different individuals. The court may appoint a professional fiduciary if no suitable family member is available.
Can guardianship be reversed in Nevada?
Yes. A ward (if they regain capacity) or an interested party may petition for termination or modification of guardianship under NRS 159.1905. The court reviews whether guardianship is still necessary and in the ward's best interests.
Are you a guardianship attorney in Las Vegas?
Guardianship still has all 3 spots open. $299/mo covers the entire Las Vegas metro — every neighborhood, every ZIP page. Max 3 attorneys total in this category, ever.