Las Vegas Family Law Attorneys | Lonardo & Jacovino 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

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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. <a href="/child-custody/">Click here</a> to learn more.

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. To learn more, <a href="/child-support/">click here.</a>

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

Family Law Blog

Tips, strategies, and information to help you avoid the pitfalls, traps, and unexpected consequences of divorce.

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What Should You Include in a Parenting Plan?

Let's begin by describing what a parenting plan is. A parenting plan is simply a custody plan that is agreed upon by both parents and sets out how you and ...
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Can A Parent Kidnap Their Own Child?

It is possible for a parent to be found guilty of kidnapping their own child. The act is called parental kidnapping. Parental kidnapping, in Nevada, is defined as "willfully detaining, ...
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What Can You Expect At A Child Custody Hearing?

Child custody hearings are one of the most emotionally challenging and the most intimidating hearings in a family law case. I provide this information in the hopes that I can ...
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Do I Still Have To Pay Child Support If I Become Unemployed?

Today's topic deals with a question that I was asked by one of my prospective clients in a phone consultation. And his question is, "Do I still have to pay ...
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How Can I Get A Quick Divorce In Las Vegas?

This topic is commonly one of the first questions I hear when a client comes in for a divorce. By the time they’ve ultimately decided on moving forward with a ...
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What Do I Do If My Ex-Spouse Is Violating Our Child Custody and Visitation Order?

If one spouse is violating an order, and there can be no agreement as to how to resolve the issue between the parties, then one of the parties will need ...
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What is an Unbundled Attorney?

Let's begin with what an unbundled attorney is. In Clark County, attorneys may represent clients in an unbundled capacity. What this means, is that the attorney is only representing the ...
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Is it better to be the first person to file for divorce?

Nevada is a no-fault state, meaning that you don't have to have a reason for divorce, other than you just are not compatible any longer. Fault, blame, or wrongdoing are ...
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What is a Protection Order?

A protection order is also known as a restraining order. It is also sometimes called a TPO (Temporary Protection Order) for short. What each of these terms refers to is ...
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What is a Parenting Agreement?

A Parenting Agreement may also be known as a Custody Agreement, a Custody and Visitation Agreement, a Co-Parenting Agreement, or a Parenting Agreement. It goes by many different names but ...
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