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Jun 21 2017

Naming a Guardian for Your Child in Nevada

Guardianship in Las Vegas is a complicated legal matter that usually requires the attention of an experienced attorney. This issue undoubtedly involves many painful and emotional family issues, which means that it most certainly requires the attention of a third party to ensure that you are making the soundest decisions as possible.

Guardianship essentially means that an appointed individual has the authority to make certain decisions for a child. There are two kinds of guardianship: short-term and long-term.

Short-Term Guardianship in Nevada

If a guardianship is needed for six months or less, a child’s parents and the guardian can set up a short-term (temporary) guardianship. This is a more informal arrangement and can sometimes be accomplished without court involvement. This is a popular option for being able to make educational and health decisions for a child on a short-term basis.

Long-Term Guardianship

In order to set up and file for a long-term guardianship, a judge is needed to approve the agreement. Long-term guardianship often lasts until the child turns 18, but can be terminated if the parties agree to end the guardianship earlier.

Furthermore, legal guardianship in Las Vegas requires that all interested parties be notified of the petition to obtain guardianship over a child. It also requires that the legal guardian update the court on an annual basis regarding his or her care of the child. If an application for guardianship is contested, then this can lead to a lengthy and exhausting legal battle for all parties involved.

To find out the best way to pursue your guardianship matter, call trusted Nevada attorney Sean Tanko at 702-463-8700 to schedule a consultation today.

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