Most Common Family Law Practice Areas
As Las Vegas family law attorneys we work with people who are at important crossroads in their lives. Three of the most emotionally charged areas of service are: Ø Divorce – When two people who once made vows to stay together become opponents in the legal system, “no fault” does not mean “simple” or “easy.” Your family law attorney will help you maneuver a system that can be complicated and confusing. Ø Child Custody – Who decides what is in a child’s “best interests”? The idea of giving someone who.. [Read More…]
The Difference Between A Coop And A Condo
There are distinct differences between condominiums, also known as condos and cooperatives, known as coops. These differences manifest themselves in 4 main areas: The way they are owned The way they are purchased The fees associated with an apartment or unit Limitations on their ownership What follows is an explanation of how coops and condos differ in each of the areas listed above. Ownership: Coops vs. Condos First of all, when you buy a coop apartment, you are only buying shares in a corporation which owns.. [Read More…]
Divorce In The United States
A divorce happens every 13 seconds in the United States. This startling statistic should be alarming to all Americans, but to two groups in particular. Divorce rates are highest among those aged 20 to 24, and those living in Nevada. Nevada, it appears, has the highest number of divorces in the country, while Massachusetts has the lowest. Randy Olson, a popular data scientist, studied divorce rates last year based on data that goes as far back as 1870. He says that marriage rates have been decreasing.. [Read More…]
Should Las Vegas Couples File for Divorce Together?
The decision to file for divorce is difficult in itself for many spouses. Going through the actual process of dissolving a marriage is enough to take an emotional toll on even the most resolute among us. For couples in Nevada, the process will likely involve touchy subjects like property division and alimony. If the couple has children, child support and custody will also be determined as part of the divorce decree. These sensitive subjects can quickly lead to disputes in even the most seemingly amicable divorce.. [Read More…]
10 Qualities To Look For In A Divorce Lawyer
Divorce can be one of the most stressful events of your life, and depending on how contentious your particular situation is, the process may last months or even years. When you consider the sensitivity and significance of the issues, the impact they can have on you and your family, and the fact that you may be working alongside your divorce lawyer for a long period of time, you realize just how important your search for the right divorce lawyer is. To help you make your decision,.. [Read More…]