Skilled Divorce Lawyers In Las Vegas, Nevada
Divorce, with its many intertwined issues including custody and visitation rights, child support and property rights, is never simple. However, with the help of an experienced lawyer, you can reduce the cost, stress and acrimony associated with your divorce, allowing you to resolve your situation and move on with your life.
Representing clients in Las Vegas and throughout Clark County, The Law Offices of Frank J. Toti provides their clients with personalized service in all aspects of divorce. Whether your case can be settled amicably or requires litigation, you can rely on attorneys Frank J. Toti and Audrey J. Beeson to work diligently to protect your rights.
To speak to a Las Vegas divorce attorney about your legal options, call 702-517-5687 or toll free 866-470-8526 for a free initial consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to understand the legal process and what happens if you and your spouse do not agree. The good news is that Nevada law provides options that can help protect your rights and financial interests.
Do I need a reason to get divorced in Nevada?
In Nevada, you do not need to prove a special reason or show any proof of your spouse’s wrongdoing for the court to grant the divorce. Instead, the usual ground is that the marriage is “incompatible,” meaning the relationship can no longer continue.
A Nevada divorce can also be based on living separate and apart for a year without cohabitation. So you do not need to blame your spouse or present evidence of misconduct just to end the marriage.
What is the difference between a contested and an uncontested divorce in Clark County?
An uncontested divorce means you and your spouse are amicable on the terms, such as property division, custody, child support, spousal support and any other important matters. These cases are usually quicker and easier to manage.
A contested divorce means there is disagreement about one or more family law issues, and the court may need to step in to decide them. In a contested case, the spouses may need to exchange documents, attend hearings, participate in settlement discussions and possibly go to trial if they cannot resolve the disputed issues.
What happens if my spouse refuses to sign our divorce papers?
If your spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers, that does not stop the divorce from moving forward. In Nevada, one spouse can still file and proceed with the case even if the other refuses to cooperate. If your spouse was properly served and still does not respond, the court will allow the case to proceed by default.
If your spouse responds but refuses to sign a settlement agreement, the case may become contested and the court may need to resolve the disputed issues. A refusal to sign can slow things down, but it does not prevent the divorce from being granted.
Can we use mediation to avoid going to court in a Nevada divorce?
Yes, you can often use mediation for your divorce. Mediation gives both you and your spouse a chance to work with a neutral third party to discuss and resolve issues privately. Should you come to an agreement, you can draft the terms into a written settlement and present it to the court, which might allow you to complete the divorce without going to trial.
Mediation is especially helpful when both parties want to stay in control of the outcome and reduce conflict. Even in cases with some disagreement, mediation can still narrow the issues and make the court process shorter and less expensive.
Reasonable Representation for Your Divorce
The key to keeping the cost and stress out of a divorce is being reasonable. While many are tempted to take a cutthroat approach, this is rarely in any party’s best interest. In fact, with few exceptions, no divorce should end up in court. In many cases, even a situation that seems perilous on the surface can become an uncontested divorce with a few minor changes and concessions.
Experienced divorce lawyers Frank J. Toti and Audrey J. Beeson will work closely with you, explaining your rights and setting proper expectations regarding what you can expect in your divorce. By keeping a dialog open between both sides, they are able to resolve divorce cases while protecting the financial well-being of clients.
To learn more about the divorce practice at The Law Offices of Frank J. Toti, contact the firm for a free consultation.