Tag Archives: Las Vegas Family Lawyer
Pets & “Parenting” Time
Pet owners generally see their cat, dog, or other animal as part of the family. However, the law does not necessarily follow suit, and as such, this can make for difficult discussions during a divorce. If you are a pet parent, it is important to be aware that your pets are not going to… Read More »
How To Annul A Nevada Marriage
Nevada, and Las Vegas in particular, has a reputation as a place where fast relationships are often legalized. Given the many wedding chapels on the Strip, it is perhaps understandable. However, in many cases, a “quickie” marriage can be annulled. Marriages can be annulled if they meet certain criteria, and if you need an… Read More »
FAQ On ART: Assisted Reproductive Technology In Nevada
In this day and age, it is simply not necessary to be married in order to have children. Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is a term used to describe a number of ways that couples or even single people can have children. While it is more common than it perhaps has ever been, there is… Read More »
What’s In A Nevada Surrogacy Contract?
Nevada has a reputation for being one of the most friendly U.S. states for those looking to investigate assisted reproductive technology (ART). While some states still classify forms of surrogacy as illegal, Nevada is more open, understanding that many couples who badly want children to love may not be able to physically bear them…. Read More »
Losing Parental Rights
Just because someone fathers or gives birth to a child does not always mean that person is a fit parent for that child. In cases where abuse and neglect occurs, one parent may bring a motion to terminate the other parent’s parental rights (or a state agency may do so). Bringing a motion does… Read More »
Annulling A Marriage In Nevada
Las Vegas is often known as a place for quick marriages. As a result, Nevada courts do see their fair share of annulments. However, it is important to understand the difference between annulment and divorce. Not all marriages are eligible to be annulled, and even if your marriage fits the criteria, other issues may… Read More »
Ensuring Your Prenup Is Enforceable
More and more couples are utilizing Prenuptial Agreements, also called Prenups or Premarital Agreements, to protect their assets and remove control of the division of assets from the Court’s discretion in the event of a divorce. However, mistakes in drafting or execution of the Agreement creates a risk that the agreement will be declared… Read More »
Guardianship For Minors
Sometimes, parents encounter situations in which they may have to be separated from their children for an extended period of time. When this happens, one common method of ensuring that the child is protected and cared for is by allowing a third party to establish a guardianship over the minor children. Sometimes this can… Read More »