Henderson Child Custody Lawyer

Are you looking for a child custody lawyer in Henderson, NV?

At Rosenblum Allen Family & Divorce Lawyers, we are trusted child custody counsel for families throughout Henderson.

If you and your child’s other parent disagree about where your child will live or who makes major decisions, a court order will settle those questions. A Henderson, NV child custody lawyer prepares the evidence a judge needs to see about your role in your child’s life.

Rosenblum Allen Family & Divorce Lawyers has represented Nevada parents since 2005. Our attorneys have more than 70 years of combined experience in family law, and that experience includes custody trials. Schedule a consultation at our Henderson location to discuss your custody case.

Child Custody Lawyer Henderson, NV

Child custody attorneys guide a parent through the court process that decides legal and physical custody. Three tasks make up most of that process: drafting a proposed parenting plan, gathering records and witness testimony, and presenting the evidence at mediation or trial. An attorney also tells a parent which facts carry weight with a judge and which do not.

Nationwide, 27.1% of children under 21 live with one parent while their other parent lives elsewhere, according to a Census Bureau report on custodial parents. Each of those families needs a schedule for the child’s time with both parents. Some parents set that schedule by agreement, and others need a judge to set it by court order.

Types of Child Custody Cases We Handle in Henderson, NV

A custody case can begin with a divorce filing or with a paternity action between unmarried parents. Other cases begin years later, with a request to change an existing order. Our Henderson child custody attorneys represent parents in each of these matters.

• Legal custody. Legal custody is the authority to make major decisions about a child’s education, health care, and religious upbringing. We represent parents seeking joint decision-making and parents who need sole authority because cooperation has failed.
• Physical custody. Physical custody determines where the child lives and how time is divided. We present evidence of each parent’s caregiving history, work schedule, and home environment to support a joint or primary custody request.
• Parenting plans. A parenting plan sets the weekly schedule, holiday rotation, and exchange arrangements. We draft plans specific enough to prevent later disputes about what the order requires.
• Custody for unmarried parents. Unmarried parents usually need to establish paternity before the court enters custody orders. An unmarried father has no enforceable schedule until the court enters an order. We handle the paternity and custody requests in the same case.
• High conflict custody. Some cases involve repeated court filings, false allegations, or a parent who refuses to follow orders. We document the conduct and request remedies such as custody evaluations or supervised exchanges.
• Relocation. A parent who wants to move out of state with a child generally needs the other parent’s consent or the court’s permission. The court compares the reasons for the move with the effect on the child’s relationship with the other parent. We represent parents requesting relocation and parents opposing it.
• Custody modification. Work schedules, living situations, and a child’s needs change over time. We file and defend requests to change a custody order when the current schedule no longer serves the child.
• Enforcement. A parent who withholds the child or ignores the schedule violates the custody order. We ask the court to enforce the order through make-up parenting time or a contempt finding.
• Fathers’ rights. Fathers have the same legal standing to seek custody as mothers. We document a father’s involvement in school, medical care, and daily routines so the court sees his role clearly.
• Child support. The custody schedule affects the support calculation. We address both issues together so the two orders are consistent.

Why Choose Rosenblum Allen Family & Divorce Lawyers as my Child Custody Lawyer in Henderson, NV?

Attorneys Active in Nevada’s Family Court Community

Sheila Tajbakhsh has been with Rosenblum Allen Family & Divorce Lawyers for nine years and has tried custody cases to a decision. She is an elected member of the Family Law Executive Council. Molly S. Rosenblum founded the practice in 2005. She belongs to the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and sits on the Raise the Bar Family Court Standards Committee.

Custody disputes often overlap with child support and relocation questions, and a family lawyer in Henderson, NV can resolve those issues in the same case.

Custody Outcomes at Trial

Many custody cases settle in mediation. Our attorneys have also taken custody disputes through trial and obtained these results for parents.

• Primary custody, child support, and school choice awarded after trial
• Full custody awarded with a win on every contested issue
• Joint custody secured, with a bond required before international travel
• Primary custody, child support, and attorney’s fees awarded after trial
• Relocation granted after a multi-day trial

Understanding Child Custody Cases

Types of Custody and Best Interest Factors

Nevada courts issue two kinds of custody orders. Legal custody covers decision-making, and physical custody covers the child’s residence and schedule. Either type can be joint or assigned primarily to one parent. Joint physical custody means the child spends substantial time in both homes. Primary physical custody means the child lives mostly with one parent and has scheduled time with the other. Many parents share joint legal custody even when one parent has primary physical custody.

The judge decides custody based on the child’s best interest. The factors include the relationship between the child and each parent, each parent’s ability to cooperate, and any history of domestic violence or neglect. The wishes of a child who is mature enough to state a preference also count. Parents can reach their own agreement at any point in the case. The court generally approves an agreement that serves the child.

What Is The Child Custody Case Timeline?

A custody case with full agreement can end within a few weeks of filing. Contested cases take several months or longer, depending on the court’s calendar and whether an evaluation is ordered.

The case begins when one parent files a complaint or motion and serves the other parent. In contested cases, the judge refers the parents to the Family Mediation Center, where a neutral mediator helps them work toward a parenting agreement. The judge can enter temporary orders that set a schedule while the case is pending. Temporary orders often remain in place for months, so the first hearing deserves full preparation. Unresolved cases then move to discovery, and some judges order a custody evaluation at this stage. The case ends with an evidentiary hearing and a written custody order.

What Are Important Aspects of a Child Custody Case?

Judges decide custody on evidence, so preparation focuses on facts that can be documented.

• Caregiving history. School pickups, medical appointments, and daily routines show each parent’s involvement.
• Stability. The court looks at each parent’s housing, work hours, and plan for school and child care.
• The child’s needs. School performance, health conditions, and activities shape the schedule a judge will approve.
• Co-parenting conduct. Text messages and emails between parents are routinely used as exhibits. A parent who supports the child’s relationship with the other parent is in a stronger position.
• Safety concerns. Allegations of domestic violence, substance abuse, or neglect require prompt attention and supporting records.

Henderson Family Court and Local Resources

Custody cases for Henderson families are heard in Las Vegas by the Family Division of the Eighth Judicial District Court.

• Family Division. Clark County Court Services lists the matters the Family Division decides, including custody, visitation, and child support, along with the court’s phone number.
• Family Law Self-Help Center. The center’s court directory explains how to look up a case.
• Child support services. The Clark County District Attorney’s Family Support Division helps parents establish and enforce child support orders.

What Should You Bring to Your Child Custody Consultation?

Documents help a custody attorney in Henderson assess your position at the first meeting. Bring copies of what you have.

• Any existing custody orders, parenting plans, or pending court papers
• A calendar showing the current schedule and each parent’s time with the child
• School and medical records that list the involved parent
• Messages between you and the other parent about the child
• Names of teachers, relatives, or caregivers who have seen your parenting

We use the consultation to learn your goals and review the facts a judge would weigh. You will receive a direct assessment of the custody schedule you can reasonably request. Consultations are scheduled on weekdays during business hours.

Reach Out to Rosenblum Allen Family & Divorce Lawyers to Schedule a Consultation

A custody order governs your child’s schedule and your decision-making authority until the court changes it. Contact us to discuss your custody case with a Henderson child custody attorney at Rosenblum Allen Family & Divorce Lawyers. During the meeting, we go over your current arrangement and explain the options available to you. Our Henderson location takes consultation requests on weekdays.