In the petition she claims to be unable to locate me or have me served notice of the petition. I have been in constant communication with her entirely. The court has granted her permission to serve notice by publication. I live in Michigan to which she is well aware, the notice is published in the... View More 
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
If someone else signed a divorce petition in your name, this is a serious matter that needs immediate attention. You should gather any evidence that proves you were not present or did not consent to the signing. This could include travel records, receipts, or witness statements.
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We had discussed in great detail the circumstances surrounding my case along with the need for a continuance to properly prepare for the evidentiary hearing I gave him a $5k retainer to do this. But he never did. He told me he emailed Opposing Counsel (OC) requesting that they agree to the... View More
I was the victim of a violent crime that almost took my life resulting in very sever injuries, surgery, an extended hospital stay & months of rehab. I also had to move to another county during the investigation for my safety. I was unable to submit a reply or exhibits to a motion to change... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2024
In Nevada, If the attorney no longer represents you and your bill is paid, you can request your entire file.
I’ve been physically, emotionally and psychologically abused by my child’s other parent for over a decade now. I’ve had two TPOs against them, which they violated multiple times w/o consequence. Countless police reports that have never been followed up on. Family judge, has never stepped in... View More
My daughter is 6 her father hasn't seen her in a yr and half. The judge just told him on feb 27th that he needs to come out to las vegas to build back a bond before summer. He isn't coming out here so I don't feel comfortable sending my daughter for half of summer to spend it with... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2024
Although I understand your concerns, it is important to follow the Court Order as it pertains to the visitations. If he is in violation of the Court Order and not attempting to build the parent/child bond by coming out to Vegas, then it would be up to you to file a motion with the court advising... View More
Unwed & escaping a DV relationship that I'd been too scared to report to law enforcement. How do I fight to keep full custody of my daughter without having to return to Georgia?
answered on Feb 12, 2024
You need to reside in your current state for a total of 6 months prior to the court there having jurisdiction for your child. You need to be in your county for a minimum of 90 days. SInce you are not married to the Father, in the absence of any other order, it is likely you are the sole custodian... View More
My daughter primary lives with me and spends the night at her dads house once or twice a week if he is in town( He's a Flight attendant).
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, the determination of who gets to claim a child on taxes can be influenced by legal agreements, court orders, and IRS rules. If there is a court order or legal agreement specifying the terms for claiming the child as a dependent, those terms should be followed. According to IRS rules, the... View More
Paperwork is not stamped as if they aren’t submitted to the court. Usually they stamp Rec’d and Filed. I don’t know if this is legal or proper.
answered on Jan 22, 2024
Initial documents such as a Complaint must be filed before being served on the opposing party.
I moved a year ago to live with my nana and ran away from my dad but now I see where he was abusive from and now I want to get away from my grandmother and move in with a family member (my sibling) who is 22. I can show I am responsible, I have a job and can pay rent and I have been for a year now.... View More
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answered on Jan 16, 2024
Based on Nevada law, a 17-year-old minor likely requires parental consent to move out and live with an adult sibling. Some key details:
• In Nevada, the age of majority is 18 years old. So right now at 17, you would still be considered a minor.
• Minors generally need consent of... View More
When I divorced my husband my parents made me and my son move to Las Vegas. They said we could live with them rent free until he turned 18. The judge ordered my husband to give back my car but my mother said I could have hers because she didn’t want to take me to pick up mine. The night before... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2023
In Nevada, as in many states, parents cannot forcibly evict an adult child without proper notice. This is typically seen as a landlord-tenant relationship, even if no rent is paid. In relation to your son, if you have full sole custody, your parents generally don't have the right to withhold... View More
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answered on Oct 4, 2023
In Nevada, if you discover court documents in your case file that don't pertain to you, you should take immediate action. First, ensure you've accurately identified the documents and their irrelevance. Next, contact the court clerk's office to bring the error to their attention. If... View More
My ex and I divorced in Nevada, there was an option to not have income withholding which we elected. He's now claiming I owe 4 years of child support becuase I asked for a modification of custody as a way to finically penalized me. I have no real proof I paid it. I receive large cash tips in... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2023
Child support in Nevada is collected and disbursed through the Child Support Enforcement Office that keeps records of all amounts received from the Payor or the Payor's employer(s) and disbursed as child support. Any direct payments from the Payor to the recipient are memorialized by an... View More
My 16yr old doesn’t want to return to my home right now because she doesn’t like the rules or “treatment” (getting phone taken for failing grades and bullying) her father encouraged her to stay with only him as he’s tried 3x for full custody, never won. She is not monitored or corrected... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2023
It is true that due to her age she might be granted teen-age discretion. However, if you are able to prove that in spite of her age, being with her father full time is not in her best interest due to lack of supervision, rules, proper discipline and/or guidance, the judge might not award teen-age... View More
Joint Custody. 15yo child left other parents house 6 mo ago. Has no desire to return.
answered on Jun 28, 2023
the court may listen to the child's wishes and take into consideration the maturity of the child and the child's best interest in making the decision, but the child does not get to make this decision without the court approval.
Currently there is 50/50 custody with neither party paying support.
6 months ago child left mothers house. He has no desire to return. Mother called cops on child but they dont have authority to force child to return. Does father have grounds to adjust physical custody to primary and gain... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2023
The current Court Order will stand UNTIL one of the parties files for a modification of the order and the Court Grants it.
answered on Apr 11, 2023
When dealing with protective services is it best to follow their rules.
If you are person who is not allowed contact, you should discuss your case with a lawyer as you may need to file in court to have contact restored and to protect your rights.
Legal Aid of Southern Nevada has... View More
So My ex husband has a long history of filing ficticious documents with the washoe county court system and they eat it up every time. My signature was recently forged on a stipulation submitted by him and it was granted by our judge
answered on Apr 11, 2023
You would have to file a Motion to Set Aside the Stipulation and Order with the court stating the same.
You will both have your opportunity to argue your side. If neither of neither of you have proof, him that you signed, and you that you did not, then the judge will may have hard time... View More
If I were to modify my sons visitation to 50/50 with his dad, and stop future child support payments, would i still be entitled to the arrears that was owed? Or would the arrears be waive because of the modification?
answered on Apr 11, 2023
The arrears are not automatically waived. Just be careful what you sign as they can include a provision to waive them, end all child support obligations, or include some other language that may be interpreted as waiving arrears.
He is abusive and won't let me see my children but I provide everything and he doesn't buy them anything because I have already provided it. So why do I still have to pay child support
answered on Mar 20, 2023
Parent's have a responsibility to take care of their children's basic needs, such as housing, food, clothing, entertainment, transportation, etc Child support payments are ordered from the court as a way for parent's to meet the child's basic needs. The receiving parent does... View More
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