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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: what do I do if the opposing party filed a stipulation with family courts that had your signature but you never signed?

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

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: Would child support arrears be affected?

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?

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: why do I have to pay child support to. If i provide everything my children needs on a daily basis?

So I have to pay child support and provide them with everything they need? Witch I have no problem and all doing. Just trying to get an understanding.

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Q: I bought my 7 year old a pH watch. It doesn't have access to the internet. But has been programmed with emergency number

In case of emergency. When he's with my x he takes it away and shuts off. I have ask him not to touch it .My son goes to babysitters quite often while in his care in which he refuses to give me contact numbers for emergency. purposes.The police say I could file theft charges. I worried for my... Read more »

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Q: I bought a pH watch for my son's saftey. My x refuses to give me babysitter numbers for emergency.

Can he legally take it if not his?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support and Domestic Violence for Nevada on
Q: Why do I have to pay child support if I take care of my children I get them everything they need but I can't see them.

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

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
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... Read more »

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Q: Is Easter identified as single holiday or a 3 day weekend holiday in Nevada?

On the STANDARD HOLIDAY VISITATION AND VACATION SCHEDULE we were given it does not differentiate Easter from spring break. This year Easter falls in a different month than Spring Break in our school district. Meaning, there is no detail to when Easter holiday time begins and ends.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: Does getting a substantiated letter from CPS mean you are going to jail?

Voluntarily placed my kids with their dad when CPS investigation was opened. I have been taking the classes they suggested and passed the drug testing. Recently got a substantiation letter (that I’m appealing) , that does not say what was substantiated. Case worker will not respond to my text or... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Admiralty / Maritime and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Nevada on
Q: Can Nevada attorneys have a Order Incident to add certain payment amounts to a QDRO.

The defense added what I was to pay (my half) like the QDRO amount I owed, the Mediation amount owed was to be paid from my Money Purchase account. When it was written into the amended divorce decree I explained to my attorney and the defense attorney that the plan would not approve third party... Read more »

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 15, 2023

In Nevada, an attorney may be able to request an Order Incident to add certain payment amounts to a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) if it is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The QDRO is a legal document that directs a retirement plan administrator to pay a portion of... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: I came from out of state where I have full custody of my son. Can I leave and go home with him if I've been here for 6mo

I have full custody of my son in Washington, his dad filed to petition for a parenting plan in Nevada since we've been here for 6 months, i don't want to stay, can I leave?

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Feb 6, 2023

It appears that the child might have changed residency after being in Nevada for 6 months or more. You might now need to get Dad's permission to relocate or file a motion with the Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: If my children have direct covid exposure and dr advised quarantine am I wrong to keep our kids during dads week of vist

I am mom and kids got covid exposure from step dad. kids are negative covid with heavy symptoms, and taking medicine.

Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Feb 7, 2023

Your should discuss the information with dad and see if you can reach an agreement and give him the information on the children's health. As long as the travel time or being with dad does not harm the children, Dad can decide if he should to have his visitation time when the children are ill.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Real Estate Law, Probate and Estate Planning for Nevada on
Q: I'm only child father passed away June 2022 he was unmarried has property in Nevada who has control over the house?

Relatives are living there rent free because of health issues. I want to store my dad's belongings there and they are telling me there is no room. I've heard my uncle is going to try and get it. What can I do or where do I start? There is no will. Do I have any authority at all? Please help

Delwyn E. Webber
Delwyn E. Webber
answered on Jan 3, 2023

Firstly, sorry for your loss.

Based upon what you have said, the house and dad's other assets will become yours as an only child, however the assets will most likely have to go through probate to become yours. You should consult with an attorney soon regarding opening a probate action...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: If I have joint physical and legal custody of my son, do I need written consent to travel with him to another state?

His mother gave me the okay via text message several months ago. As we get closer to the date of travel, she states that she does not want him traveling.

Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Dec 2, 2022

Review your Decree or an Order from the custody or divorce case to determine the out of state travel requirements. If you do not have an order or decree then assuming the travel was on your time, and you notified the other parent with an itinerary and contact information then you have done what... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: In the state if Nevada can I leave to south Carolina with the father of my child not being on the birth certificate,
Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Nov 7, 2022

Moving a child out of state usually requires an agreement from the other parent or a Court Order. The fact that the father is not on the birth certificate, does not preclude the father from disagreeing with the move and filing a motion with the court. It is best to get an agreement or file a... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Nevada on
Q: If a judge requses her self from a case due to conflict of interest can said judge still sign an order or tpo
Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Oct 27, 2022

Not sure of the entire situation here, but.... A judge will recuse himself/herself from a case when they feel there is a conflict of interest present in their continue representation, therefore a recusal means no longer being involved in the case to sign any future Orders.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Divorce and Real Estate Law for Nevada on
Q: My ex wife purchased a house while we were still married. I was once told that I am entitled to part of the house.

Since NV is a common law state am I entitled to part of the house/equity? Even if a quick claim deed was signed?

If so how do we claim this?

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Oct 26, 2022

Nevada does not recognize common law, but is a community property state. This means that anything that is acquired during the marriage, debts, properties and/or assets are subject to equitable division upon a divorce. Thus the house that was purchased during the marriage would have been subject... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Divorce and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: Can I claim our son on my taxes, who in our decree is supposed to be claimed by my ex husband?

My ex husband and I have been divorced a few years. We share 4 children. In our decree we each claim 2 of our children on our taxes. I have primary custody and he has visitations. This year our oldest son has stopped his visitations with my ex husband. He has solely lived with me since the first... Read more »

Bonnie M Lonardo
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Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Sep 30, 2022

Generally speaking the parent who has primary custody claims the children on taxes UNLESS it has either been agreed or Ordered otherwise in the Decree.

If your Decree states that the father is to claim 2 of the kids then its best to follow the Decree to avoid being in contempt.

If...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Nevada on
Q: If my child support was cancelled by the mother in a district court back in 2012 how can they still be taking

I have court papers from the district court saying it was cancelled. Also signed by the mother.but my checks are still garnished etc.

Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Sep 21, 2022

The answer to the questions would depend on the what the court papers said.

Did it include past child support, current support, judgements, ect?

Also, while a mother could waive current/ongoing and past child support due to her for the child, she can not waive an amount due to the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: How can I leave Nevada with my son and not have it jeopardize me? My marriage has turned toxic and it’s not safe for me.

I want to leave because I have no family or support here

Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Sep 12, 2022

To legally leave the state with the child you should file for divorce and include an emergency motion to relocate.

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