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  • 2025
    • June
      • Navigating Relocation With Child Custody in Nevada
      • Legal Steps for Annulment in Nevada
      • Impact of New Relationships on Custody Agreements
    • April
      • File School Choice Motions Early: Timing Is Critical
      • School Choice Disagreements: What Nevada Courts Consider
    • February
      • What Happens to Your Money in Nevada Without a Prenup? (More Than You Think)
      • Why a Prenup Makes Sense Even If You're Not Rich
      • Why Every Decision in Your Case Needs a Cost-Benefit Analysis
      • Thinking About a Prenuptial Agreement: A Practical Guide
      • What Happens if You Got Married in Vegas on a Whim?
    • January
      • What Happens If I Can’t Afford to Pay My Child Support in Nevada?
  • 2024
    • December
      • Merging Families? Protect Everyone’s Future with a Prenup
      • Do Child Support Payments Increase During the Holiday Season?
    • November
      • Understanding Nevada's Guardianship Landscape: Myths, Realities, and Legal Guidance
    • October
      • Mastering Alimony: Navigating Divorce in Nevada with Confidence and Clarity
    • September
      • Why Filing for Legal Separation Could Save Your Sanity
      • Navigating Family Conflicts: The Power of Mediation in Family Law
      • Understanding the Boundaries: Limitations on Parenting Coordinator's Authority
      • Should You Consider Using a Parenting Coordinator?
      • What is a Parenting Coordinator?
    • August
      • What can I negotiate in my Pre-nup?
      • When is a Premarital Agreement Unenforceable?
      • Understanding Parenting Coordination: A Guide for Co-Parenting Success
    • July
      • Parenting Tips for Older Child Adoption
    • June
      • Do You Have to Be a Resident to Get a Divorce in Nevada?
    • May
      • 6 Mistakes to Be Aware of in High Net Worth Divorces
    • April
      • What is a Parenting Coordinator?
      • Understanding Parenting Coordination: A Guide for Co-Parenting Success
      • How to Tell Your Child About Divorce
    • March
      • How to Prepare for an Adopted Child: Babies & Toddlers
      • The Benefits of a Prenup for Engaged Couples in Nevada: Protecting Yourself When Your Spouse Is Wealthy
      • Why Middle Class Couples Should Consider a Prenup
    • February
  • 2023
    • November
      • How Divorce Can Affect You Financially
    • September
      • What Happens to My Life Insurance Policy if I Get Divorced in Nevada?
      • Grandparent Rights in Nevada: How to Protect Your Relationship
    • August
      • Child Custody Tips: Who Pays for Back-to-School Supplies?
    • July
      • Tips for Divorcing a Gambling Addict in Nevada
      • Tips For Approaching Your Fiance About A Prenup
      • Should I Stop Paying Child Support If I Can’t See My Kids?
      • Top 5 Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid
      • Mistakes to Avoid After Divorce
      • Prenups Simplify Marital Finances
      • How A Prenup Can Help Prevent Divorce Later
      • Why Every Business Owner Should Get A Prenup
      • Why You Should Hire An Attorney To Draft Your Prenup
      • Risks of Not Having a Prenup
      • Do I need a prenup even if I’m not wealthy?
    • June
      • Divorce & Domestic Violence: Tips for Recovering After Leaving an Abusive Marriage
      • Challenging Paternity: Exploring DNA Testing and Legal Options
      • Types of Alimony: Which One is Right for Your Situation?
      • Tax Implications of Divorce in Nevada
    • May
      • Essentials of a Premarital Agreement
      • Who Needs a Prenup?
    • April
      • How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation in Nevada
    • March
      • What Are the Benefits of Mediating Child Custody Disputes?
    • February
      • Gray Divorce: What to Expect if You’re Getting Divorced in Your Retirement Years
    • January
      • What’s the Best Time of Year to File for Divorce in Nevada?
  • 2022
    • December
      • Will I Be Responsible for My Spouse’s Debt After Our Divorce?
    • November
      • Who Pays the Legal Fees for Divorces in Nevada?
    • October
      • Who Gets the Dog in a Divorce in Nevada?
    • September
      • Can Divorced Couples Still Live Together?
    • August
      • How Does Child Custody Work If Parents Live in Different States?
    • July
      • Divorce & Child Custody: What’s the Right of First Refusal?
    • June
      • How Do I End a Domestic Partnership in Nevada?
    • May
      • Can I Keep My Tax Refund If I Owe Child Support in Nevada?
    • April
      • Child Custody: What If Divorced Parents Disagree on How Old Their Kids Should Be Before They Are Allowed to Use Social Media?
    • March
      • Can Divorced Couples Still Be Friends?
    • February
      • How Do I Tell My Spouse I Want a Divorce?
    • January
      • Can I Date If I’m Legally Separated?
  • 2021
    • December
      • Legal Separation vs. Divorce: What Are the Differences?
    • November
      • Can I Represent Myself in a Child Custody Case?
    • October
      • What Makes a Prenuptial Agreement Invalid?
    • September
      • Tips for Co-Parenting During the School Year in NV
    • August
      • Divorcing a Narccisist? Tips & Tricks
    • July
      • How Divorced Parents Can Handle Advance Child Tax Credit Payments
      • Mediating Property Division? Tips & Tricks for Your Property Division Dispute
    • June
      • Tips for Co-Parenting Over Summer Break
    • March
      • A Look Back at Family Law in 2020
    • February
      • Special Considerations for Your High-Asset Divorce
    • January
      • What Does It Mean to Be a Guardian in Nevada?
  • 2020
    • December
      • Can Adultery Impact My Divorce?
    • November
      • Why Choose Collaborative Divorce? The Benefits of the Collaborative Divorce Process
    • October
      • The Benefits of Mediation During Custody Battles
    • September
      • What Should You Not Say During Child Custody Mediation?
    • August
      • Three Reasons Child Custody Mediation is Better for Your Kids
    • July
      • What Do I Do if My Spouse Dates During Our Divorce?
    • June
      • Divorce Misconceptions
      • Do Unwed Fathers Have Custody Rights in Nevada?
    • May
      • Gray Divorce
      • Why Haven’t I Received My Stimulus Check?
    • April
      • My divorce is pending, and I received my spouse’s stimulus money. What should I do?
      • What should I do with my child’s stimulus check if I am divorced or separated from the other parent?
      • Can I Receive a Stimulus Check for My College Student?
    • March
      • Can Child Support Be Discharged in Bankruptcy?
    • February
      • Can a Mother Receive Child Support Without Establishing Paternity in Nevada?
    • January
      • U.S. Passport Denials for Child Support
  • 2019
    • December
      • Can a Child Custody Order Be Changed in Nevada?
    • November
      • Child Custody & Visitation Around the Holidays
    • October
      • Sealing Nevada Criminal Records
      • Divorce Mediation Myths Busted!
    • September
      • Child Support for Adult Children with Disabilities
    • August
      • How Does Divorce Mediation Work?
    • July
      • COPE Class for Separating Parents in Las Vegas
    • June
      • What is Divorce Mediation?
    • May
      • Child Custody Basics in Las Vegas
    • April
      • Divorcing an Addict in Las Vegas
    • March
      • Child Support for Incarcerated Parents in Nevada
    • February
      • Common Challenges in the Senior Executive Divorce
    • January
      • Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?
  • 2018
    • October
      • Asset Protection in a Nevada Divorce
    • September
      • License Suspensions for Failure to Pay Child Support in Nevada
    • August
      • Is Alimony Tax Deductible in Nevada?
    • July
      • Basics of a Nevada Divorce
    • June
      • Contempt of Court in a Las Vegas Family Law Case
    • May
      • What if I'm Not the Father?
    • April
      • 2018 Child Tax Credit Changes
    • March
      • 5 Shocking Things About Divorce
    • February
      • Can Fathers Win Custody of Their Kids?
    • January
      • 5 Signs a Spouse is Cheating
  • 2017
    • December
      • Advice for Divorced Single Parents
    • November
      • Child Custody: Should I Move Out?
    • October
      • A New App May Eliminate Child Support Conflicts
      • What You Need to Know About Divorce & Taxes
      • Child Support Payment Options
    • September
      • Tips on Co-Parenting After a Divorce
    • August
      • Is Nevada a Community Property State?
    • July
      • Financial Advice for Divorcing Spouses
    • June
      • What Not to Do During a Divorce
    • May
      • How Marital Property is Divided in Nevada
    • April
      • Advantages of a Prenuptial Agreement
    • March
      • Does Cheating Affect Alimony in Las Vegas?
    • February
      • Establishing Paternity in Las Vegas
    • January
      • Filing for Divorce in Nevada
  • 2016
    • December
      • New Year's Resolutions to Make After a Divorce
    • November
      • Common Mistakes in High Net Worth Divorces
      • Holiday Visitation and Custody Issues
    • October
      • Holiday Tips for Recently Divorced Parents
      • Updating Insurance Policies After a Divorce
    • September
      • How is a 401k Split in a Divorce?
    • August
      • What You Need To Know About Alimony in Nevada Before Your Divorce
      • Child Support in Nevada
    • July
      • When It's Time to Switch Divorce Attorneys
      • What to Bring to Your Consultation
    • June
      • Your Prenuptial Agreement Checklist
      • What To Do If You Are Served Divorce Papers
    • May
      • What You Should Know About Divorce Settlement Agreements
    • April
      • Using Discovery to Uncover Hidden Assets
      • Attorney Dennis Leavitt Named "Top 3 Divorce Lawyer" by Three Best Rated®
    • March
      • Importance of Hiring an Experienced Divorce Lawyer in Las Vegas
      • 5 Common Misconceptions About Divorce
    • February
      • How To Maintain Strong Relationships With Your Children During And After A Divorce
      • 5 Surprising Things To Consider In Your Divorce
    • January
      • Beware of Unbundled Legal Services
      • How Is Property Divided In a Las Vegas Divorce?
  • 2015
    • September
      • How Does Divorce Impact My Taxes?
    • April
      • NADC Selects Attorney Leavitt to Nation's Top One Percent
    • March
      • American Institute of Family Law Attorneys Honors Attorney Dennis
      • Attorney Dennis Named One of the "Valley's Top Lawyers" for Divorce
    • January
      • How Are Student Loans Divided in Divorce?
  • 2014
    • December
      • How Do I Enforce a Support Order?
    • November
      • How Do I Start Applying for Child Custody?
      • How Do I Avoid Temporary Spousal Support for Domestic Violence?
    • April
      • Do I Have a Right to Alimony in Nevada?
    • February
      • What Needs to be Decided in a Divorce?
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