How can I get a divorce we're been separate for over 5 years his in Mexico he can't come to this country his been deported

Ms. Whitbeck is right. It's rather easy to get a divorce, but things get complicated if children are involved. If not, it's a fairly simple...

Do I need a mediator present when having to discuss different sensitive issues regarding the kids with noncustodial parent?

It sounds like a strong family therapist would do a better job than a mediator. And while I agree that your children are likely in need of a...

Took over home from previous buyer, paid them $5,000 and property deeded/titled to me. I want to sell what are my options.

Mr. Beede is right. Though it looks like you already understand that you took title subject to the prior mortgage, it sounds like the house may be...

My ex husband wants to get away with child support.

He is not likely to get away with it, unless you fail to hold his feet to the fire. Judges get pretty irritated with litigants who play these...

First, obtaining an award of attorney's fees is remarkably difficult, particularly in family law cases. Judges rarely ever award fees as a...

She does have rights, but they are rights extended by law, not contract. As a result, you need to merely meet the requirements of NRS 40 and 118A....

I am the plaintiff of the divorce action. Can I vacate 2006 divorce decree?

Ms. Whitbeck is correct. Under Nevada law, your marriage is likely valid, despite defects in the license. But if the Philippines doesn't...

Who do I do now?

Fortunately, Nevada will retain jurisdiction over the child and custody determinations, and the fact that you filed first will help. But you're...

Family law question

Assuming the opposition contained a countermotion, it is imperative you file a "reply and opposition to countermotion. The reply should be limited...

Could the Nevada court rule in an out of state custody, visitation and property case?

You've got a potential jurisdictional dilemma depending upon when all of these moves occurred. You can certainly file for divorce, but that will...

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