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Child SupportHigh Income Child Support in Las Vegas: What High Earners Need to Know

April 14, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

High income does not put a Nevada child-support case outside the guidelines. The starting point remains the parent’s income, the number of children, the custody arrangement, and the applicable adjustments. For business owners, executives, physicians, and other parents with variable earnings, the difficult question is often what income the calculation should include. Ford & Flaxman’s...

Divorce High Net Worth DivorceProfessional Athlete Divorce in Nevada: Case Study

April 7, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

The Scenario: Several Forms of Compensation Imagine a married professional athlete with a multiyear playing contract, incentive bonuses, an endorsement agreement, investments, and real estate. The spouses are considering divorce in Nevada. Some amounts have already been paid, some depend on future services, and others may never become payable. A contract’s headline value does not...

High Net Worth DivorceEmergency Protective Orders in High Net Worth Divorce Nevada

March 22, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

In high net worth divorce cases, disputes can escalate quickly. When allegations of harassment, threats, or domestic violence arise, a party may seek an emergency protective order. In Nevada, these orders can significantly impact custody, property access, and even business operations. If you are involved in a high net worth divorce in Nevada, understanding how...

DivorceHow to Avoid Divorce in Nevada: Advice From a Las Vegas Divorce Attorney

March 12, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

Author: Michael C. Flaxman, Esq. After nearly 15 years practicing family law in Las Vegas, I have seen the same relationship patterns lead couples into court. Most divorces do not happen overnight. They develop slowly through unresolved conflict, financial stress, and lack of communication. If you are newly married and wondering how to avoid divorce...

DivorceMedical Practice in a Nevada Divorce: Case Study

March 2, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

The Scenario: A Practice and a Family Balance Sheet Imagine a physician who built a medical practice during a 14-year marriage. The spouses also have an interest in office real estate, retirement accounts, investments, and a home. There is no premarital agreement in this example. Both spouses want an accurate division of property, but disagree...

High Net Worth DivorceHidden Assets in a Nevada Divorce: Case Study

February 8, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

The Scenario Suppose divorcing spouses have a business, real estate, and investment accounts. One spouse notices transfers to an account not identified in the initial financial disclosures. The records do not yet establish whether the account belongs to a spouse, a business, or someone else, or whether a transfer represents an asset, debt payment, or...

DivorceBusiness-Owner Divorce in Nevada: Case Study

January 7, 2026by Ford & Flaxman

The Scenario Suppose a Las Vegas entrepreneur and a spouse are divorcing. Their finances include a closely held business, several properties, retirement accounts, and a premarital agreement. One spouse believes the agreement preserves the business as separate property; the other questions its enforceability and claims an interest in value accumulated during the marriage. The useful...

GuardianshipTypes of Guardianship in Las Vegas and Clark County, Nevada

December 30, 2025by Ford & Flaxman

When someone cannot manage their personal, financial, or medical affairs, the court can appoint a guardian to step in and help. In Nevada, this process is known as guardianship, and it plays an important role in protecting vulnerable individuals — including minors, the elderly, and adults with disabilities. If you’re seeking guardianship or facing a...

GuardianshipUnderstanding Adult Guardianship in Nevada

November 20, 2025by Ford & Flaxman

When an adult becomes unable to manage their personal, financial, or medical affairs, Nevada law allows the court to appoint someone to step in and help. This legal process is called adult guardianship, and it’s designed to protect individuals who can no longer care for themselves due to age, illness, or disability. If you have...

Divorce Family Law PaternityNeed Help with a Paternity Case? Ford & Flaxman PLLC Is Who You Call

October 7, 2025by Ford & Flaxman

Understanding paternity law can feel overwhelming, especially when your child’s future is on the line. If you’re in Las Vegas and facing questions about legal fatherhood, child support, or parental rights, the best place to start is Ford & Flaxman PLLC. As a family law expert, I can say with confidence that their team has...

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Child SupportHigh Income Child Support in Las Vegas: What High Earners Need to Know

Divorce High Net Worth DivorceProfessional Athlete Divorce in Nevada: Case Study

High Net Worth DivorceEmergency Protective Orders in High Net Worth Divorce Nevada

DivorceHow to Avoid Divorce in Nevada: Advice From a Las Vegas Divorce Attorney

DivorceMedical Practice in a Nevada Divorce: Case Study

High Net Worth DivorceHidden Assets in a Nevada Divorce: Case Study

DivorceBusiness-Owner Divorce in Nevada: Case Study

GuardianshipTypes of Guardianship in Las Vegas and Clark County, Nevada

GuardianshipUnderstanding Adult Guardianship in Nevada

Divorce Family Law PaternityNeed Help with a Paternity Case? Ford & Flaxman PLLC Is Who You Call

October 14, 2026Holiday Child Custody in Las Vegas: Planning for Thanksgiving and Winter Break

September 15, 2026Who Gets the House in a Nevada Divorce? Selling, Buyouts, and Keeping the Family Home

August 10, 2026Back-to-School Custody Issues in Las Vegas: What Happens When Parents Disagree?

July 21, 2026Can Text Messages, Emails, and Social Media Be Used Against You in a Las Vegas Divorce?

July 2, 20267 Mistakes That Can Cost You Custody in Nevada

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