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Emily M. McFarling
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About Emily
Biography
Emily McFarling, a Certified Family Law Specialist, has led her Las Vegas-based practice since 2003, building a respected reputation for aggressive and knowledgeable legal representation in complex family law matters. Recognized as an AV Preeminent Rated Attorney by Martindale Hubbell, Emily is a fellow and past president of the Nevada Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, as well as a fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers. Licensed in Nevada, Arizona, and California, she routinely represents clients before the highest courts, including the Nevada Supreme Court and U.S. Supreme Court. Emily's areas of focus include sophisticated property division, international child custody, parental abduction, and high-conflict custody disputes, with a significant emphasis on appellate work. Her commitment extends beyond advocacy; she serves on the Nevada Family Law Specialization Board, is an active mediator, arbitrator, and parenting coordinator, and participates in the Hague Convention Attorney Network. Outside the courtroom, Emily is a published children’s author, accomplished singer, frequent international traveler, and real estate entrepreneur. She balances her professional pursuits with family life as the mother of two teenagers and two Boston terriers.
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Focusing on family law appeals, premarital agreements, international family law issues, international parental kidnapping, parental kidnapping, jurisdictional issues, and complex legal issues in family law.
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Focusing on family law appeals, premarital agreements, international family law issues, international parental kidnapping, parental kidnapping, jurisdictional issues, and complex legal issues in family law.
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Focusing on Family Law Appeals.
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Focusing on Premarital Agreements.
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Focusing on Uncontested and Contested Child Custody Matters.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Appeals
50%
23 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
20%
23 years
Family
15%
23 years
Uncontested Divorce
15%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
2013 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 19 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nevada for 22 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Emily M. McFarling
(702) 732-9385
Fax
6230 W. Desert Inn Rd, Las Vegas, NV, 89146
mcfarlinglaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Emily online.
Emily M. McFarling's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 49 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Francisco | September 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She have good employees im berry happy i found her and her team berry happy
She is going to help me with a divorce I berry Happy to found this team I will recommend
Posted by Casondra | June 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Forever Grateful!
Before retaining a lawyer and filing for divorce, many people warned me that lawyers were soulless, especially in Las Vegas, and only concerned with lining their pockets with my money. I was told horror story after horror story from people who've dealt with lawyers here in Vegas. Scary stuff! Fortuna...
Posted by Ignacio | May 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Appeal
Emily, Has done a lot for my appeal custody/ paternity case. Emily took that challenge and was there for me through the process, she explained everything and just did a great job! I have been fighting my case for 5 years and Emily represented me and did an awesome job that without her and the McFar...
Posted by Edward | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top Tier Firm!
My experience with Emily and her entire team has been amazing. They put up with me and my overthinking and stress and knew how to handle everything. I didn’t feel judged or neglected. They were there for everything and truly saved me and always had my children’s best interest. My family and I will be...
Posted by Nina Mascunana | August 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Law firm in Las Vegas, NV
My experience with Ms. Emily has been amazing. When I was introduced to her from my first attorney (Jessica K Peterson) who became a judge. I was nervous and sad to lose Jessica, but she informed me that I would be in great hands and Emily and Kimber would take good care of me. Well, she was right! E...
Emily M. McFarling's Lawyer Endorsements
"Emily is a hardworking and very capable family lawyer who always puts her client's interests first."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to co-counsel a custody trial with Emily and witnessed both her trial preparation and trial performance. I found Emily to be bright and forceful litigator who utilized both her legal and psychological knowledge to the benefit of the client who. after the close of evidence, was awarded primary physical custody. Emily is fully versed in all aspects of Family Law."
"Emily is an excellent attorney and has been a wonderful mentor to me thus far. She is very knowledgeable on all things family law, especially appeals. Her experience, passion and dedication makes her a great family law attorney. I full endorse Emily!"
"Emily is an excellent, experienced attorney with a thorough and complete understanding of Nevada family law. She is an aggressive advocate who works tirelessly to achieve positive outcomes for her clients. I fully endorse her."
"I highly endorse Emily. She is incredibly knowledgeable on all things family law, and is the preeminent authority on family law appeals. Most importantly, she cares for her clients and has a proven track record of delivering positive results."
"Emily is an excellent attorney. I have had the privilege of learning the intricacies of family law from her, & seeing the respect she earns from clients, opposing attorney's, and in the courtroom."
"Emily McFarling is an amazing lawyer. Due to her extensive experience and quality of work, I have contacted her multiple times on complex Family Law matters for advice and guidance. *Double Thumbs Up*"
"I highly endorse Emily has an intelligent and strategic family law attorney. I am very thankful to have had her as mentor while in law school and as a new attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with and against Emily over the years on family cases and have always found her to be an astute and tenacious advocate for her clients. She has excellent success due a lot to her focus on her clients' interests."
"This lawyer provides excellent services to clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had several cases against Emily. In each case, she has maintained a high level of professionalism while remaining an effective advocate for her client."
"Emily is a zealous advocate. She truly cares about her clients and it shows in the work she does. I highly recommend her as an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Emily McFarling is a superb Advocate. She is dedicated to her clients and possesses a wealth of knowledge within the area of family law."
"Ms. McFarling is not only very knowledgable in regards to the law and its application, but she is also someone who is truly invested in each and every case. She is an excellent attorney."
"Emily is highly skilled litigator with a profound understanding of the law. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and exudes confidence and poise inside the courtroom. I endorse her work without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Emily is quite hard working, fair and smart. I like that she understands Family Law and the needs of her clients."
"Emily is a competent, qualified and compassionate attorney. She and her staff provide quality representation to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney McFarling was one of the brightest students in our law school class. And she was one of the hardest working. I always admired her skill for problem solving, and the support she gave to her fellow students."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is thorough and always goes the distance for her clients. Ms. McFarling is fair, consistent and good to work with. She does not consider her bottom line, when trying to help her clients. The clients needs come first. To me, that is a true professional who deserves as much respect as can be given."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. McFarling's zealous advocacy and concern for the best interest of the children involved in custodial matters is evident in her work. Along with her professionalism and great skill, Ms. McFarling is a great choice."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Pro Bono attorney of the month, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2015
Certified Parenting Coordinator, State Bar of Nevada
2014
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Board Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of Nevada
2000
Certified Mediator, Humboldt University Berlin
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Managing Partner/Owner, McFarling Law Group
2011 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, College of Southern Nevada
2001 - 2002
Law Clerk, New Hampshire Attorney General's Office
1998 - 2001
Research assistant, Northeastern University School Of Law
Associations
2019 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers chapterMember
2019 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember
2016 - Present
United States Supreme CourtAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2015 - Present
Ninth Circuit Court of AppealsAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
International Academy of Family LawyersFellow
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Southern Nevada Association of Women AttorneysMember
2007 - Present
American Inn of CourtMaster of the Court
2003 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2003 - Present
Nevada Justice AssociationMember
2003 - Present
United States District Court for the District of NevadaAdmitted to Practice
2020 - 2022
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers chapterPresident
2019 - 2020
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers- Nevada ChapterVice President
2018 - 2019
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers- Nevada ChapterTreasurer
2016 - 2018
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Nevada ChapterSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Eggleston v. Stuart, 495 P.3d 482 (2021)
The Supreme Court of Nevada found in favor of our client and reversed and remanded the dismissal of his § 1983 civil rights violation, the dismissal of his associated tort claims, and the dismissal of punitive damages.
Nance v. Ferraro, 134 Nev. Adv. Op. 21 (2018)
Award of Custody to Other Parent Reversed and Remanded
Nguyen v. Boynes, 133 Nev. Adv Op. 32 (June 22, 2017)
Equitable adoption affirmed.
Davis v. Ewalefo, 352 P.3d 1139 (2015)
Reversed and remanded where our client was allowed visitation in a foreign country
Bluestein v. Bluestein, 345 P.3d 1044 (2015)
Reversed and remanded where trial court confirmed primary physical custody to our client
Druckman v. Ruscitti, 327 P.3d 511 (2014)
Trial court decision upheld retaining custody for our client
Ogawa v. Ogawa, 221 P.3d 699 (2009)
Reversed and Remanded to District Court where client prevailed in all issues
Education
2002
Northeastern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Missouri, Columbia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Advanced Family Law Seminar
How to Effectively Represent Victims of Domestic Violence
2016
NJA Annual Convention
Appellate Court or Supreme Court – Who Decides?
2010
MSN Peacemaker of the Year
Introducing Peacemakers of the year
Publications
2015
Nevada Family Law Report
A Tale of Two Courts: Analyzing Whether a Child is Well-Settled in the New Environment Under Lozano v. Montoya Alvarez and Druckman v. Ruscitti
2001
McLitho Publishing
Everybody is Different, Everyone is the Same
2000
Northeastern Law Review
Twelve articles, including "Rate of Lung Disease in Women Increasing Rapidly" and "New Pill May Help Smokers Quit" Tobacco Control Update
1999
Tobacco Trial
Yes Virginia, Secondhand Smoke Increases Risk of Cancer
N/A
Northeastern School of Law
What Could Constitute Permissible Regulation of Sexually Explicit Material on the Internet after the Playboy Decision?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Emily earned significant contribution points in 2017.
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens if I marry someone who is incarcerated and he owes restitution? Can my wages be garnished or my taxes be affected?
01 Mar 2020
Q&A
Inmate served with divorce papers in prison
18 Feb 2020
Q&A
Where can i find more information on submittals? Is it a form of deferred prosecution and not convicted under immigration law?
12 Feb 2020