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Family Lawyers in Nevada
Find qualified family law attorneys in Nevada who specialize in child support, custody, divorce, and other family law matters.
Common Family Law Practice Areas
Child Support
Calculating and enforcing child support using Nevada's Percentage of Obligor Income model
Custody & Visitation
Establishing parenting plans, custody schedules, and visitation rights
Divorce & Separation
Filing for divorce, property division, and spousal support agreements
Modifications
Changing existing child support or custody orders when circumstances change
Paternity
Establishing parentage and related child support obligations
Enforcement
Enforcing court-ordered child support and custody arrangements
Tips for Choosing a Family Lawyer
- 1Look for attorneys who specialize in family law, not general practitioners
- 2Ask about their experience with child support cases in your county
- 3Many attorneys offer a free initial consultation
- 4Check reviews and ask for references from past clients
- 5Verify they are licensed to practice in Nevada
- 6Ask about their fee structure upfront (hourly vs. flat fee)
Nevada Child Support Overview
Calculation Model
Percentage of Obligor Income (gross monthly) with low-income schedule; deviations/custody adjustments by court
Income Basis
gross monthly income (obligor/noncustodial parent) with specified inclusions/exclusions
Formula Summary
Presumptive support is a % of obligor gross monthly income up to defined brackets; above $10,000 includes a marginal %; alternative low-income schedule uses fixed dollar amounts; court may deviate and consider physical custody arrangement.