Nevada Family Law Guidance

Summary

The user, residing in Nevada, is dealing with a family law issue involving separation and child custody. She is trying to negotiate transportation costs for her daughter with her ex-partner outside of court. She is considering asking her ex-partner to contribute to car payments and gas expenses, as she is currently bearing all the transportation responsibilities. The user has been advised to consult a lawyer to understand her rights and options, and to consider getting any agreement in writing for clarity and enforcement.

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Family
What specific family law issue are you facing, ****? Is it related to divorce, child custody, adoption, or something else?
Separation and custody
What state are you currently residing in, ****? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding separation and custody laws.
nevada
In Nevada, legal separation and child custody are governed by specific laws:

- Legal separation requires a court order.
- Child custody is determined based on the child's best interest.

For more details, contact Clark County Family Court: (*) *-*.
We’re not going through court
Are you seeking legal advice for an out-of-court settlement or mediation for your separation and custody issue?
Yes
In Nevada, mediation is often used in family law cases. It's confidential and can help resolve issues outside court. For professional help, contact the Nevada Mediation Group: (*) *-*.
if he doesn’t have a car and he’s on my car but wants me to take my daughter to and from him should he pay for half my car payment and my gas
What is the current agreement or arrangement regarding transportation and expenses for your daughter?
none we are doing it verbally without court
What is the agreed upon arrangement for transportation costs and responsibilities between you and your ex-partner?
none right now
Would you like to establish a formal agreement regarding transportation costs and responsibilities for your daughter?
yes
Have you considered involving a mediator to help establish a formal agreement regarding transportation costs and responsibilities for your daughter?
i can’t afford anything
Are you aware of the free or low-cost legal aid services available in Nevada for individuals facing financial difficulties?
yes
Have you reached out to any of these legal aid services for assistance with your situation?
no
Would you like information on how to contact these legal aid services in Nevada?
no
Are you planning to negotiate the transportation costs and responsibilities with your ex-partner directly?
yes
What is your plan or strategy for negotiating these transportation costs and responsibilities with your ex-partner?
write them out and talk about it but he wouldn’t want to pay anything and I don’t think it’s fair to me that he doesn’t have a car so I have to transport her everywhere even to him and pick her up from school for him
What are the main points you want to discuss with him regarding transportation costs and responsibilities?
im wondering if I should have him pay half the car payment and pay for gas
What is your ex-partner's financial situation? This could influence his ability to contribute to car payments and gas.
goof
What do you mean by "goof"? Could you please clarify your ex-partner's financial situation?
good
What is your ex-partner's current income and does he have the ability to contribute to the car payments and gas?
his income is $* he was paying the full car payment while we were together as I was a stay at home mom so he can afford it and he’s on the loan for the car and I’m having to do all his driving
What is the total cost of the car payment and gas per month?
total car payment is $* and has about $*
What is your ex-partner's stance on sharing the car payment and gas expenses?
I just know he won’t want to pay the car payment and I don’t want to render our relationship more but he said he could pay $* in has sarcastically but in reality it’s a lot more then $* a week in gas
What is your plan if he refuses to contribute to the car payment and gas expenses?
I don’t know
Have you considered seeking legal advice to understand your rights and options in this situation?
no
Would you like to consider seeking legal advice to understand your rights and options in this situation?
yes
In Nevada, verbal agreements can be legally binding. However, it's recommended to get any agreement in writing for clarity and enforcement. Consider consulting a lawyer for advice.
So what should I do
You should consider consulting a lawyer to understand your rights and options. You can contact Nevada Legal Services at (*) *-* for free or low-cost legal advice.
do you think it’s to ask
Could you please clarify what you want to ask?
do you think of us absurd to ask for half of the car payment?
It's not absurd to ask for a contribution towards car expenses, especially if the car is used for mutual responsibilities like child transportation. However, it's advisable to consult a lawyer for guidance.