Las Vegas Family Law Attorneys | LJ Law | Las Vegas Law Firm

Nothing is more important than your family. At LJ Law, we offer help in cases such as Divorce, Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements, Annulments, Alimony, Child Custody and Visitation, Adoption, Child Support, Guardianship, Paternity and much more. To read a full explanation of our many Family Law services, click here.

Divorce

A good divorce attorney makes all the difference in the outcome of a case. <span style="color: #d4af37;">To learn more, click here.</span>

Child Custody

Child custody is not a pre-determined decision. The judge will make their ultimate decision based on what's presented to them. We can help. <span style="color: #d4af37;">Click here to learn more.</span>

Child Support

Child support is based on a formula. Knowing how to put the right numbers in the formula makes all the difference. We can help. <span style="color: #d4af37;">To learn more, click here.</span>

Testimonials

I have worked with Bonnie on multiple occasions. She was always professional, prompt, knowledgeable, and friendly. She had a balanced approach of thoroughly advocated for her clients as well as finding integrative outcomes. I would refer my family and friends to her.

Scott, LJ Law Client

Bonnie has been our family attorney for years, and has handled our large family's many legal needs, from Trusts and Living Wills to Divorces. She is extremely knowledgable, competent, reassuring, and professional.

Maria, LJ Law Client

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Family Law Blog

Bonnie answers the most commonly asked questions related to Family Law.

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What is the Best Co-Parenting Schedule?

Of course there is no such thing as the best, “one-size-fits-all” parenting schedule. Every family is unique and different circumstances present different needs and challenges. A child custody arrangement, or ...
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What is the Most Common Custody Arrangement in Nevada?

While not every situation is the same, the state of Nevada does have a preferred arrangement when it comes to ordering child custody. Unless there is strong evidence to order ...
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Is It Possible To Cancel a Divorce?

It is not uncommon for either or both parties to decide to dismiss a case that has already been filed with the court. One of the more common examples of ...
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How Can I Get a Quick Divorce In Nevada?

Although Las Vegas has become known for “quickie weddings” that include everything from courthouse ceremonies to being married by an Elvis impersonator in a chapel on the strip, or even ...
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Do I Automatically Get Alimony If I Was Married for 10 Years or Longer?

There are a lot of misconceptions in Nevada that before a judge will even entertain a request for alimony payments, you need to have had a marriage lasting at ...
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Do Step-Parents Have Parental Rights?

When it comes to parental rights in a blended family, there is sometimes confusion regarding the stepparent’s role and their level of legal rights when it comes to their spouse’s ...
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How to Establish Paternity For Unmarried Parents

There are two ways to establish paternity in Nevada. Voluntary Declaration of Paternity The first and the most common way is for the father and the mother to both sign ...
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My Child and Their Other Parent Live in a Different State, Where Should I File for Child Custody?

Yesterday I received a question from a father who currently lives in a different state than his child and the child’s mother, but wanted to file for child custody. He ...
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How Long Does a Divorce Take to Finalize?

There is no easy way to answer the question of how long it takes to finalize a divorce, other than, “It depends.” It depends on the type of divorce. It ...
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Do Gifts and Expensive Purchases For My Child Offset My Monthly Child Support Amount Owed?

The answer to this common question is a simple, no. When it comes to child support, what you are ordered to pay, is what you are responsible for paying each ...
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