Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How is Alimony Determined In Nevada?
Alimony has undergone significant evolution since its inception, though much remains the same. In Nevada, there are several different types of alimony, and it can be confusing determining which one may be the most appropriate for your situation, or even if alimony is appropriate at all. Understanding your options is important. Is Alimony Available?… Read More »
What are Your Rights & Responsibilities In A Prenuptial Agreement?
More and more couples are executing prenuptial agreements, also called prenups or premarital agreements, before they get married. It may seem easy, but in reality a prenup can be quite complex, and it is easy to include items that cannot legally be included. It is highly recommended to be aware of both the rights… Read More »
How Does Domestic Violence Affect Child Custody in Nevada?
Domestic violence has the potential to destroy a marriage and cause long-lasting trauma. There can also be devastating impact on any children of the relationship. Domestic violence can and does affect child custody determinations, and it is important to understand how. Domestic Violence Broadly Defined In Nevada Domestic violence can be defined as encompassing… Read More »
Could I Ever Lose My Parental Rights?
When you have children, you never expect to lose them, especially by the law. However, the state does have the right to intervene if your children are in a situation that is potentially harmful to them. It is important for you to understand when that possibility exists, and what can be done to avoid… Read More »
What To Do When Child Custody Gets Ugly
Parents generally want to have a relationship with their children. But, sometimes, because of the conflict between parties, a parent may act in ways that are not particularly ethical or appropriate. An angry parent may wind up trying to prevent you from seeing your children, sometimes based on either on incidents blown out of… Read More »
Why Didn’t I Get Alimony?
Alimony is not always granted in Nevada divorces as much as people think it is. If you are going through a divorce, you must be ready for the possibility that you will not be granted alimony, especially if your marriage was short. Times Have Changed Historically, alimony was awarded almost exclusively to wives, regardless… Read More »
What Should I Know About My Estate Plans After My Nevada Divorce?
Divorce throws a wrench into many different plans. One many people do not consider is the area of estate planning. After a divorce, estate planning instruments like wills automatically change or are even revoked, and it is critical that you be aware of this, so you know what must be changed or redone after… Read More »
What Types of Guardianships are Available For Children In Nevada?
Most of the time, children are taken care of by their parents. However, there are times when their parents may not be able to do so – they may be incarcerated, hospitalized, or in another situation where it would not be in their children’s best interests to remain with them. When this happens, minor… Read More »
What Can’t I Put In My Prenup?
Prenuptial agreements are more commonplace than ever, especially among people who are more prone to marry later, with more assets. They are a smart way to safeguard property so that future division, either in probate or divorce, does not necessarily need to involve decisions by a court. However, many couples are unaware that there… Read More »
What You Should Know About Safeguarding Your Nevada Prenuptial Agreement
When a couple decides to execute a premarital agreement, also called a prenuptial agreement, there is often a fair amount of dispute as to its exact construction. One of the most important criteria that most couples want their prenup to have is enforceability. If a couple does not create and sign the prenup in… Read More »