In Nevada, divorce is governed by no-fault laws, which means a spouse does not have to prove wrongdoing to file for divorce. Key grounds include incompatibility, living separately for at least one year, or insanity of a spouse for two years before filing. The state requires at least one spouse to have been a Nevada resident for six weeks before filing. This residency is verified by affidavits if necessary.​
Child Custody
The court prioritizes the best interests of the child in custody decisions, which includes legal custody, physical custody, and visitation schedules. Parents can agree on arrangements, or the court steps in to determine custody based on factors like the child’s well-being and parental fitness.​
Alimony (Spousal Support)
Alimony is decided case-by-case focusing on factors such as the length of marriage, financial condition of each spouse, and the standard of living during the marriage. It can be temporary or permanent depending on circumstances. Sometimes, the court may require one spouse to cover the other’s legal fees during the divorce process.​
Division of Property
Nevada follows community property laws, dividing marital assets and debts fairly between spouses. This does not always mean equal but what the court deems equitable based on each party’s situation.​
Process Overview
Divorce can be contested or uncontested:
Uncontested: Both agree on all terms—division of assets, custody, alimony, etc.—making the process quicker.
Contested: Court hearings resolve disagreements on custody, alimony, or property division.​
Nevada divorce laws aim to provide a clear process focused on fairness and the welfare of involved children, allowing spouses to settle amicably or seek court determination when necessary.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.leg.state.nv.us/nrs/nrs-125.html)
[2](https://www.womenslaw.org/laws/nv/divorce)
[3](https://mileylaw.com/blog/nevada-divorce-laws-what-to-know-expect/)
[4](https://www.shouselaw.com/nv/family/divorce/)
[5](https://selfhelp.nvcourts.gov/self-help/divorce/filing-for-divorce-together)
