Showing posts with label family court. Show all posts
Showing posts with label family court. Show all posts

Thursday, September 20, 2012

What does a Complaint for divorce or custody mean?

The Complaint in a divorce or custody action means that the other Party has opened a case in family court and is requesting relief. Although the Complaint is filed with the Court, the Plaintiff’s request as stated in the Complaint may or may not be granted. The Complaint is simply a request by the movant. Often attorneys prepare generic complaints which include unlikely provisions such as attorney fees and spousal support. You must answer a complaint within 20 days of personal service. After an answer is filed, no orders will be implemented until the Parties either file a temporary or permanent agreement or appear before a judge.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

What resources are available if I cannot afford an attorney or choose to represent myself in my family law matter?

If you are unable to afford an attorney you may be able to qualify to free legal representation or utilize the services of the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
www.lacsn.org
(702) 386-1070

The Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada also provides a free consultation though Ask-A-Lawyer program every Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Contact the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada for details. Individuals who choose to represent themselves for any reason can also participate in the Ask-A-Lawyer program.

For those individuals who choose to represent themselves for any reason, they can utilize the Self Help Center at the Clark County Family Court located at 601 North Pecos Road. The Self Help Center provides forms and information on family law matters. Some of their forms are also available online.

Self Help Center
www.clarkcountycourts.us/she/
(702) 455-1500