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How to Avoid Paying Taxes on a Divorce Settlement
Paying taxes on a divorce settlement can feel like adding insult to injury. It seems natural to wonder how to avoid paying taxes on a divorce settlement or at least minimize how much you pay. Property transfers incident to divorce are usually not taxable, but alimony payments typically are. The attorneys at Mills & Anderson practice business and family law. Our experience with these areas...Read More 0
How Can Social Media Affect Your Divorce?
In today’s world of constant connectivity, social media has become an undeniable and influential part of our lives. But what happens when your seemingly harmless online activity, like carefree vacation photos with friends, spills over into the personal and often contentious world of divorce? Your social media activity can have an unexpected but substantial effect on the outcome of your...Read More 0
At What Age Can A Child Refuse to Visit or Self-Emancipate?
Navigating the complexities of child custody and visitation can be challenging for parents and children alike, especially when there are questions or concerns surrounding a child’s autonomy and decision-making authority. In some cases, a child may strongly object to court-ordered visitation with a parent. In other situations, a child may seek emancipation entirely to be considered an adult in...Read More 0
Legal Separation vs. Divorce in Nevada
Nevada had the highest marriage rate in the United States in 2021, reporting 26.2 marriages per 1,000 residents. Despite this high rate, however, not all marriages in the state will last a lifetime. When a marriage has run its course, couples often consider getting a divorce. But what you may not realize is that divorce is not your only option. Another to consider is legal separation. Before...Read More 0
Nevada Child Support Calculator
When it comes to determining child support obligations in Nevada, ensuring that children receive adequate financial support while balancing the financial responsibilities of both parents requires careful consideration of state-specific guidelines and regulations. Navigating the complexities of child support matters can be a daunting task for parents going through a divorce or separation in...Read More 0
Disadvantages of Filing for Divorce First
Going through a Las Vegas divorce can be a lengthy process. However, long before finalizing the end of your marriage and obtaining a divorce decree from the court, there are several important logistical and strategic decisions that you will need to make. One of these decisions to be made is deciding whether you want to be the party that initiates the lawsuit and files first for divorce. There...Read More 0
How to Find Hidden Assets During a Divorce
When you get divorced in Nevada, you generally have the right to split shared assets equally. You also have an obligation to disclose all of your assets so that a fair distribution of assets can occur. What happens when one spouse attempts to hide assets from the other, though? Uncovering hidden assets in a divorce can be challenging, especially if your spouse has gone out of their way to...Read More 0
Understanding Guardianships: Voluntary vs. Involuntary
When an individual is unable to care for or make certain decisions for themself, guardianship may become necessary. While Nevada law doesn’t specifically define guardianships as either “voluntary” or “involuntary,” these terms describe situations where a court may appoint a guardian either with or without the consent of the individual over which the guardianship is granted. If you have...Read More 0
How to Navigate the Legal Aspects of Adopting Children with Special Needs
Having the privilege of adopting a child with special needs and providing them with a loving home can be rewarding and life-changing. However, it’s no secret that the process of doing so can be a long and arduous road. Navigating the legal aspects of special needs adoption in Nevada is no easy task. Thus, it’s important to have an idea of what you can expect to improve your chances of success...Read More 0
What Are Common Challenges in Complex Child Custody Cases?
Even when parents cooperate, establishing child custody is often one of the hardest parts of separating from your partner. When parents disagree on what is best for their children, disputes can quickly turn into complex child custody cases. Challenges often arise in these cases when parents do not cooperate, one parent wants to relocate, or there is a history of abuse or neglect. At the Mills...Read More 0
