Handling the Jurisdictional Issues of Divorce in Nevada
Nevada laws can make the divorce process particularly complex, but with the right lawyer protecting your rights, you can keep the process as simple as possible. At the Las Vegas area law offices of Radford J. Smith, Chartered, we will do everything we can to keep the divorce process simple and your options open. We will not raise unnecessary issues to complicate your divorce.
If You Have Questions About Nevada Family Law Contact Radford J. Smith, Chartered
There are a number of jurisdictional issues that could prevent you from obtaining a divorce in Nevada. The laws that lead to this were aimed at making quick divorces a thing of the past. Before your divorce is granted, you must demonstrate the following:
- You must live here six weeks prior to your divorce
- You must intend to remain in Nevada
Jurisdictional issues have also affected parts of the divorce settlement process. Most notably, there are significant issues regarding child custody jurisdiction. For example, there cannot be concurrent litigation involving a child in another state. In order to take a child custody dispute to court, your child must have resided in Nevada for six months or have their most significant contacts in Nevada.
Most child custody jurisdictional issues involve the UCCJEA and the Parental Kidnapping Protection Act. We understand that jurisdicational issues are complex and we will navigate those issues for you. We will be there for you throughout the process to answer your questions and protect your rights.
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With so many jurisdictional issues to consider in your divorce, you want an attorney who will provide you with honest, straightforward answers. Contact us today for more information.
