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Divorcing in Las Vegas After 50?

Posted on November 15, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

If you are divorcing in Las Vegas after 50, you’re not alone. In fact you’re part of a consistent pattern of older adults in Las Vegas divorces. The good news is that many older divorcees experience a significant increase in happiness post-divorce. A new-found or revitalized feeling of personal freedom is a contributing factor. This freedom can be largely based on the financial outcome of your divorce proceedings.

Reasons for Grey Divorce

A general term used to describe those older individuals in divorce proceedings is “grey divorce”. Most grey divorces involve marriages of 20 years or more. So why break up when the years of raising children and advancing careers are easing up? The best Las Vegas divorce attorneys know that there is no single answer to this question. But there are many common reasons why grey divorces occur.

Older Children and Divorce

The parties’ have less in common without their minor children living at home. As children age they are more involved in school, extra-curricular, and parent carpooled and/or chaperoned friend-related activities. This often results in a child-centered family unit. When the children go off to college or leave home to go out on their own, the years of child-centered relationships diminish.
Divorce is easier on older children. This is especially true when children are aware of the realities of an unhappy marriage. Children who have been exposed to years of discord often know more that they let on. They also love each parent and want to see them both living fulfilling lives.

Spouses Change Over Years of Marriage

Spousal interests have evolved in different directions over the years. Rarely do the interests of any human being remain static throughout their lifetime. So whether by choice or by circumstance, change is an inevitable part of human development. A spouse’s habits and interests that are contrary to your own are less endearing after many years of marriage.
Women have successful careers and are more financially independent. Though not true in every circumstance, as a general rule women are more capable financially than in generations past. Therefore, many women have built successful careers where, in prior decades, the husband was the sole or primary breadwinner.
Feelings that life is progressing faster and faster and a new partner might bring more happiness. It is a well-known psychological phenomenon that as we age the concept of time grows faster. So, the realities of a finite lifespan and that there are more “miles in the rear view mirror than in the front windshield” contribute to a desire to make the most of what life has to offer.

Financial Stability is a Major Factor

We understand the concerns of baby boomers and seniors facing divorce. Regardless of the reason, many factors make going through a divorce later in life more challenging. Financial factors are on the top of the list. It’s worth noting that younger spouses do not have easier divorces. But establishing a positive post-divorce lifestyle in one’s later years depends more on the financial outcome of your divorce proceedings.

There is No Substitute for Expert Legal Representation

You must decide on what level of representation is best for your unique circumstances. Not every divorce matter, grey or otherwise, requires the high-powered legal counsel we provide. Legal representation and the associated fees should always be commensurate with what you have at stake in your divorce proceedings. If you have a lot at risk, hiring a cheap Las Vegas divorce lawyer is the epitome of “penny-wise and pound foolish.” So going through divorce proceedings with inadequate legal counsel is a mistake that will affect the balance of your life.

Achieving the best outcome in your divorce matter requires expert legal advice from an experienced divorce attorney. Hoping things will just work out, or that your spouse will play fair and be trustworthy, can be an understandable mindset. But it presents an unnecessary and dangerous risk to take. Seasoned divorce lawyers know the intricate ins and outs of asset divisions, selling or dividing residential properties, businesses, stocks, retirement plans, and the critical factors for spousal support. You can use their wealth of experience to your advantage and secure the financial security you deserve.

Our Las Vegas divorce attorneys will speak with you directly regarding a consultation. Call our office at 702-222-4021 to speak with one of them and see if what we offer is right for you.

Back to School Child Custody

Posted on November 15, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

On Monday over 320,000 children will head back to school in the Clark County School District. This often involves new schools, schoolmates, teachers, and administrative staff. Our divorce attorneys know that back to school can include changes in child custody. So make sure your child custody agreement still works for everyone.

New considerations can pop up as your children grow and your lifestyle situation changes. This might mean changing your co-parenting plan. Verbal agreements can seem like the best option at first. But smart parents know it’s always best to commit any changes in writing. Moreover, this includes having the Clark County Family Courts recognize permanent changes. While this step may seem unnecessary at first, it is a safe-guard against future problems.

Making Your Child’s Transition Easier

With almost two decades of experience, our child custody attorneys understand that change is a normal part of ex-spouses’ lifestyles and of child development. New classmates, teachers, schedules, and even schools can make starting a fresh school year challenging. Whenever possible and practical, it is always best to co-operate with your ex-spouse when it comes to changes in parenting plans and your children’s schooling requirements.

Parenting Plan Considerations

Below is a summary checklist of the situations that can possibly affect existing parenting plans.

Changes in One or Both Parents’ Work Schedules
Changes In Living Arrangements During the School Week
Schedule Clashes Due to New Schooling and After School Activities
Age, Personality, and Child Developmental Needs Changes
Ex-Spouses Career Changes
Child Care Changes
Residential Changes
New Distance Between Parents’ Homes
Changing Academic and Extracurricular Activities
Moving Out of a School District
Parents Disagree on School Choice
Possible Moves into a Better School District
Moves out of a Child’s Historical School District
Current School Not Providing Adequate Educational Opportunities

Back to School and Planning Ahead

A new school year means adjusting from summer vacation mode into a school routine. This goes for your agreed-upon co-parenting situation as well. Both you and your children will transition more smoothly if you plan school related activities ahead of time.

Who gets the report card? Who’s paying for the sports uniforms? Who gets the call in the event of an emergency or picks the children up from school? You can make things easier for everyone involved by arranging for duplicate notifications, deciding on school expenses upfront, and planning for transportation and major project involvement early.

Making Back to School Child Custody Easier

Once both parents have agreed on who is doing what and when, keeping coordinated calendars can help you, your children, caregivers, and coaches all stay informed. If simple texts or emails aren’t doing the job, the easiest way to do this might be to download a co-parenting app specifically designed for parents who share custody.

When You Just Can’t Agree

The Clark County Family Courts prefer that both parents be equally involved in the upbringing of their minor children. So the co-parenting plan should provide for both parents, and most importantly, the best interests of the children involved.

If you find your ex-spouse showing up late for after school pick-ups, not showing up for scheduled events with your children, or putting your children in situations where safety may be at risk, a child custody modification may be your best option.

When your ex isn’t on the same page and your kids are suffering for it, it’s time for legal help. That’s where our divorce lawyers in Las Vegas can provide valuable assistance.

Child Custody Help in Las Vegas

Your children have enough to deal with going back to school without feeling like they are a complication or in the middle of custody disagreements. If you are you having a hard time agreeing with your ex-spouse – Don’t wait. It’s best to seek court intervention to prevent problems.

Our Las Vegas divorce and child custody attorneys have decades of experience in child custody matters. So if you’re ready for immediate assistance, please call us at 702-222-4021 for a consultation.

Children and Las Vegas Divorce

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Divorces can take on a whole new perspective when children are involved. The goal of each divorcing parent must be to minimize the impact children during divorce. The best Las Vegas child custody attorneys know that studies show divorce is easier for children to recover from than a constant high conflict marriage, which causes more internal stress in the long run.

Divorcing Parents Must Consider Their Children First

It is vitally important for divorcing parents to consider the effect they are having on their children. Children need to know both parents love them. That means the parents must be conscious of their actions in front of their children. They must be more aware of their own emotions, so the children are not getting the brunt of the frustration parents feel toward each other. The last place the children should be is in the center of the conflict. Divorce is never a child’s fault. So and it’s the parents’ job to ensure each child knows this.

Never Use Children for Selfish Purposes

The last thing the top divorce attorneys in Las Vegas want to hear is that you plan on using your children as a bargaining chip. Child custody or support are never leverage over financial matters. Children are completely separate from marital finances and they should stay that way. Valid concerns and goals regarding child custody and child support are one thing. But remember that the family courts always consider what is in the best interest of the children. You should too.

Keep the Conflict Away From Children

The best way to protect children during a divorce is to keep the conflict away from them. Arguing and fighting in front of them can cause psychological harm. Parents need to keep this in consideration and ensure a safe and secure environment for their children. Open communication helps children better understand better what’s happening. This allows the children to ask questions, eliminate fears, and prepares them for the upcoming changes. Honest and open conversation always serves best. But there is no need going into all the details regarding any conflict between you and your spouse.

Preparing Children for Divorce Changes

Change is inevitable in a divorce. Giving children time to adjust to these changes helps them ease into it more confidently. Fear and insecurity run rampant in children’s minds as a natural process of child development. The changes that occur in a divorce can exacerbate the stress they may already feel. Giving them a few weeks’ notice will allow them to mentally prepare for the transitions. It will empower them to know where they will be living, and with whom. If they will be going back and forth between both parents in joint custody, it benefits them to know ahead of time. This is so they can prepare and also make plans with friends and schoolmates nearby.

Divorcing Parents Can Benefit from Education

Parents should look into educational opportunities and programs for themselves and for their children during and after Las Vegas divorce proceedings. These programs often help establish a stronger relationship between the children and their parents. Not only do these programs help improve the relationships between the parents and children, but they also help children to better cope with the transition and changes that inevitably follow a divorce.

Dealing with Divorce in Las Vegas

Posted on November 15, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

No one expects their marriage to end, but as any divorce attorney in Las Vegas will tell you, statistics prove that by the 20 year mark of a marriage, approximately 48% end in divorce. This result is typically a combination of factors from both parties, not just one spouse. Additionally, divorce affects the emotions of both spouses and their children.

Emotional Factors of Divorce in Las Vegas

The emotions that rise up during a divorce are totally normal. Things may be proceeding relatively smoothly. But then one or both spouses may have a sudden onset of anger, anxiety, fear or grief. These emotions often catch you off guard. The good news is this is totally normal, and it eventually subsides. It is vital that you maintain a reasonably balanced approach to the divorce proceedings. You also need to be self-aware as to how the divorce process is affecting you.

When you are better to yourself, you handle the daily tasks regarding your Las Vegas divorce better. Seeking the advice of a family therapist is always a good idea. Taking care of yourself physically also better prepares your body for the stress of divorce proceedings. There is no substitute for regular exercise, a proper diet, and consistent sleep patterns. Decreasing alcohol intake, difficult as it may be, is also in your best interest.

Benefits to All Parties Involved

When both parties strive to treat each other with a certain amount of respect, this fosters a new beginning and resets the existing relationships. This is true for both spouses and especially true for any children involved. You and your spouse are divorcing. But your children will be a large part of both your lives forever. After your divorce, you both will be interacting with each other for custody exchanges when your children are young. There will be college graduations and weddings when they get older. It is common for the healing process to take time so don’t be in a rush.

Divorce does not necessarily have to be mean-spirited. With the help of one of our divorce attorneys, you and your spouse can go through the process amicably. If both parties agree to it, uncontested divorce and divorce mediation are available alternatives to long, stressful, and expensive litigation in court proceedings.

We Handle All Forms of Divorce Proceedings

A Las Vegas divorce mediation attorney provides numerous benefits to both spouses. First they are professionals with years of experience in divorce mediation. This means that they have worked with many types of divorce matters. But the separate themselves from the emotional issues. They also perform divorce mediation on a regular basis, whereas divorcing spouses are going through a unique experience. Their experience is to your advantage but only if you and your spouse are sincerely open to the divorce mediation process.

Las Vegas divorce attorneys Jennifer V. Abrams and Vincent Mayo are Board Certified as experts in divorce law by The State Bar of Nevada. They handle many forms of divorce proceedings and resolutions. Divorce proceeding types include contested divorce litigation, uncontested divorce, and divorce mediation. Divorce resolutions are accomplished by either negotiated settlement or litigation.

What Are Child Custody Factors in Nevada?

Posted on November 3, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

The child custody factors in Nevada are solely “what’s in the best interest of the children.” It is not what one parent prefers. If the parents cannot agree, then a family court judge will determine child custody. This is a complex and costly process.

A child custody expert may assist the judge with a report or testimony. Not all Nevada child custody experts are equal. So it’s important that your Las Vegas child custody attorneys be familiar with the expert. Equally important is the judge’s prior experience with the expert in past cases.

Judges Prefer Joint Custody

Mom does not get primary custody of the children just by asking for it. The Nevada family courts prefer joint custody. That is, the courts wants both parents to be equally involved in their children’s lives. If one parent believes they should have primary custody, they must prove to the court that the other is unfit or unable. Again the proof must focus on the best interest of the children. This may not agree with the parent seeking primary custody.

Listing of Child Custody Factors in Nevada

In some instances there can be apparent child custody factors. In others, the factors are not as clear. Most importantly, the courts are flexible with co-parenting plans because they want both parents to have equal time with their children. Below is a list of some common factors in Nevada.

One parent travels a lot for work, therefore joint custody it is not practical.
The parents no longer live close to each other so travel time for the children is too long.
One parent has always been the primary caretaker and the other parent has been absent from the children’s lives.
One parent has a drug or alcohol addiction.
A parent suffers from a medically confirmed mental illness.
One parent is incarcerated. This is especially true if it’s due to any form of domestic violence, child abuse, or violating court orders for child custody.

Our divorce attorneys in Las Vegas have years of experience in all the child custody factors in Nevada. They are available to help you. Please call us at 702-222-4021 for a consultation.

Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos’ Record $160 Billion Divorce is Final

Posted on October 21, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos have finalized their divorce which, at roughly $160 billion, set a financial record that will be difficult to top.

The ex-couple owns roughly 16% of on-line behemoth Amazon.com. Jeff Bezos founded Amazon in 1994 and is its current CEO. He also has a wide range of other financial interests including The Washington Post and space-oriented Blue Origin. MacKenzie Bezos is an author with two published novels. After a whirlwind courtship they married in 1993 and have four children together.

According to the divorce filings Jeff Bezos will keep 75% of the former couple’s Amazon stock and control 100% of the voting rights. He also retained all the interest in The Washington Post and Blue Origin. Mackenzie Bezos was awarded 25% of their Amazon shares valued at over 38 billion dollars. Other terms of the divorce settlement were not immediately disclosed.

Community Property State

Because their divorce jurisdiction was in Kings County in Washington State, no Las Vegas divorce attorneys were involved in the Bezos’ divorce. However Washington State, like Nevada, is a community property state. There are only nine community property states in the United States. The others are Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas and Wisconsin.

In a very general sense, community property means that all assets and debts during the marriage are held jointly by the couple regardless of who earned the asset or incurred the debt. So why the disparity between the two when it came to dividing the Amazon stock?

Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements

A pre or post-nuptial agreement supersedes community property laws. It’s been widely reported that the Bezos’ did not have a prenuptial agreement. They met in 1992 and married within a year which was prior to Amazon’s founding in 1994. What is less well-known is whether they had any post-nuptial agreement.

Las Vegas divorce attorney Jennifer Abrams noted, “We routinely deal with high asset divorces. Given the apparent financial circumstances at the time of marriage, it is not surprising that there was no prenuptial agreement. The financial acquisitions during the marriage, however, raise a question as to whether or not a post-nuptial agreement was in place. Numerous private investment firms contributed heavily into Amazon before it went public. In order to minimize investor uncertainty, it’s a standard practice to execute a post-nuptial agreement detailing what happens in the event of divorce.” she said.

Bezos’ Have an Amicable Divorce

“Clearly this was a very amicable divorce,” Ms. Abrams continued. “Considering the four children, amount and complexity of assets, and short 6 month time-frame for resolution, it’s reasonable to conclude that both parties were still very much in synch with one another,” she said.

Both Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos have released social media posts praising the other for their cooperation in their divorce matter. They also expressed a strong desire to move on with their lives separately and together, albeit in a different manner. The ex-couples social media communiques paint a picture of mutual respect.

Jeff Bezos tweeted “I’m grateful for her support and for her kindness in this process and am very much looking forward to our new relationship as friends and co-parents.”

MacKenzie Bezos also used Twitter to express her feelings. “Grateful to have finished the process of dissolving my marriage with Jeff with support from each other and everyone who reached out to us in kindness, and looking forward to the next phase as co-parents and friends.”

MacKenzie Bezos Goes Philanthropic After Divorce

Although it appears that MacKenzie Bezos did not receive half the marital assets, her 4% stake in Amazon is still worth approximately 38.3 billion dollars. That does not include any other liquid, real estate, or other assets she may have received. This makes her the 22nd richest person in the world and the third richest woman, according to Bloomberg News.

Prior to finalizing their divorce MacKenzie Bezos signed the Giving Pledge. According to their website the Giving Pledge is an effort to help address society’s most pressing problems by inviting the world’s wealthiest individuals and families to commit more than half of their wealth to philanthropy or charitable causes either during their lifetime or in their will.

In a recent letter MacKenzie Bezos wrote, “We each come by the gifts we have to offer by an infinite series of influences and lucky breaks we can never fully understand. In addition to whatever assets life has nurtured in me, I have a disproportionate amount of money to share. My approach to philanthropy will continue to be thoughtful. It will take time and effort and care. But I won’t wait. And I will keep at it until the safe is empty.”

More than 200 uber-wealthy donors have signed the Giving Pledge. Jeff Bezos, the world’s richest man, has yet to join his ex-spouse in this philanthropic act, but did offer his compliments to her on Twitter stating, “MacKenzie is going to be amazing and thoughtful and effective at philanthropy, and I’m proud of her.”

We can help if you’re concerned about your assets and debts in divorce proceedings. Our experienced divorce attorneys have successfully represented both husbands and wives on these important issues. Please contact us today at 702-222-4021 and one of our expert divorce attorneys will speak to you.

Attorney Vincent Mayo Receives Legal Excellence Award

Posted on September 3, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

Las Vegas divorce attorney Vincent Mayo has received the 2016 Legal Excellence Award from Vegaslegal Magazine. Vegaslegal covers local legal issues, lawyers, business, and lifestyle topics. The magazine selects legal excellence award recipients on numerous criteria. This includes prominence in select legal practice areas. Attorney Mayo’s primary focus is high net worth divorce matters. Mr. Mayo is one of only nine attorneys in Clark County to receive this notable recognition. So he was particularly proud of this honor.

In a post award interview Attorney Mayo stated, “I would say that my code is to provide leadership to clients while ensuring my services are goal oriented.” He continued, “At the same time, I’m equally committed to avoiding unnecessary litigation and fees by focusing on the most efficient way to accomplish my client’s goals…”

About Attorney Vincent Mayo

Vincent Mayo is a State Bar of Nevada Board Certified family law specialist. Mr. Mayo is one of only seventeen attorneys in the state of Nevada who is Board Certified in family law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). The NBTA is the American Bar Association’s division of the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification.

Attorney Mayo was previously a co-editor of the Nevada Family Law Practice Manual. All family law attorneys and judges in the state of Nevada use this manual because it’s the foremost compilation of Nevada statutes, case law, and local and state rules.

Vincent Mayo’s legal career began in Nevada in the Clark County Family Court system. He was retained by Judge Gloria Sanchez as a law clerk for two years. Prior to that he practiced for four years in a prestigious local law firm. Mr. Mayo joined The Abrams Law Firm in 2008 and has been a partner in the firm since 2015 when it became The Abrams and Mayo Law Firm.

Las Vegas Attorney Jennifer V. Abrams Admitted to the Exclusive AAML

Posted on September 3, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

Prominent Las Vegas divorce attorney Jennifer V. Abrams has been admitted to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Ms. Abrams is one of only seventeen attorneys in Nevada who is a member of this prestigious organization. The group’s members are the leading practitioners of family law in the United States.

The AAML is a national organization with a founding in 1962. Their goal is to “promote professionalism and excellence in the practice of family law.”

The Academy Fellows are negotiators and litigators who represent individuals in all facets of family law with a high skill set. These areas include divorce, annulment, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, marital settlement agreements, child custody and visitation, business valuations, property valuations and division, alimony, child support and other family law issues.

About Attorney Jennifer Abrams

Attorney Abrams is certified by the State Bar of Nevada as a Nevada Family Law Specialist. The Nevada Family Court Judges and Las Vegas Family Law Attorneys have previously elected her to the Executive Council of the State Bar of Nevada, Family Law Section. Recently she was honored by the Justices of the Supreme Court of Nevada for her work on revising the procedures for NRCP 16.1, 16.2, 16.205 and the Financial Disclosure Forms. Family law attorneys statewide use these procedures and forms in every Nevada divorce case.

The AAML Selection Process

Each Academy Fellow endures a rigorous application process and written examination administered by the AAML’s Board of Examiners. Among other stringent requirements, each applicant must demonstrate:

Substantial involvement in matrimonial law practice
Improving the practice and elevate the standards of matrimonial law.
As one who practices with honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
Must have previously, or currently serve, on a judicially appointed statewide committee, task force, commission and the like, related to the subject of matrimonial law.
Have substantial trial experience as lead counsel including trial of custody matters, child support, division of property, alimony or spousal support.
Be a professor or instructor of law school courses in the area of matrimonial law.
Be an author of a major treatise on marital law.
Pass a national exam administered by the AAML’s Board of Examiners.

Valentine’s Day Divorce Stress Relief

Posted on September 3, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

Valentine’s Day divorce stress relief can include things like yoga, meditation, or professional counseling. But a local Las Vegas business has a new twist. According to a recent article in the Las Vegas Review Journal, a local gun range is offering a “Valentine’s Day Special”. Those who wish to can use machine guns and other firearms to shoot up various marriage related articles. Fortunately the local business draws the line when it comes to photos of ex-spouses. To each their own, but our following recommendations will prove more beneficial in the long run.

Divorce Stress Relief on Valentine’s Day

Remember that human beings are, above almost all things, creatures of habit. So get into positive habits as quickly as possible – and keep them going.

Let it go. Nothing is going to change the fact that you are now divorced. Accept it and get on with your new life. Regardless of what occurred during your marriage and/or divorce proceedings, it’s over. Harboring ill-will will negatively affect you more than anyone else.

If you need to talk to someone get a professional counselor. Your friends may be well-meaning but they are not objective or professionals. They are not in the business of providing positive advice to achieve a goal. Our Las Vegas divorce attorneys provide a list of qualified family counselors to all clients.

Co-parent your children to the best of your ability. Your marriage may be over, but your children still depend on you to be their parent. In fact they probably need you now more than when you were married.

Do not speak badly about your ex in front of your children regardless of how difficult it is to hold your tongue. Your children are going through a transition just as you are. It’s all new to them as well. They are counting on you to be the adult.

Do new things to experience the good things in life. Take up a new hobby. Start a new exercise regimen. Go out with new people to new places. Join a new club. Pick something that you’ve always wanted to do but haven’t, and go do it. These types of things will go a long way to building a positive self-image.

Start dating as soon as you feel ready. Keep it light and easy, but get out there. Lunch dates are great for this. You have plenty to offer. Let others see it.

Comedian Chris Rock Files for Divorce

Posted on September 3, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

Just after the past Christmas Holiday comedian Chris Rock quietly filed for divorce in New Jersey from his wife of almost 19 years, Malaak Compton-Rock. Of course quietly is a relative term when it’s a world-famous celebrity. The comedian asked for privacy during this difficult time. And most of the press so far seems to have honored his wishes. A quick Google search of “Chris Rock divorce” yields little new coverage since the initial divorce filing.

Do Celebrities Deserve Selective Divorce Privacy?

It depends on the circumstances. For example, there is good reason to inform the public if there are allegations of celebrity involvement in criminal activity. Even if the celebrity would prefer to keep the details private. But when the issues at hand are the details of the breakup of a family, the public benefit is negligible. This is especially true when there are minor children involved as there are in Chris Rock’s divorce case.

Las Vegas divorce attorneys that routinely handle high-asset divorce cases understand the privacy requirements of their clients. This is whether the client is a celebrity or not. Contested divorce cases, especially those involving celebrities, often contain salacious details. Whether real or imagined, they make great fodder for the tabloid press. But except for the financial gains for the media, do any of us really benefit from this information? Our opinion is it does not.

Who Really Benefits?

Revealing divorce details does little to benefit us personally or society as a whole. Regardless of the amount of personal information on the web, some things are still no one else’s business. Moreover, spouses often distort their versions of marital strife because of the emotions that go with divorce proceedings. Often these feelings show themselves during court hearings or in court filings.

Another significant privacy factor of divorce cases involves the financial affairs of the parties involved. Regardless of any celebrity status or not, no one wants their finances available for the prying eyes of total strangers. The same goes for nosy neighbors, employers, business associates and competitors.

When divorce information is made public, something said “in the heat of the moment” will be forever available on-line. This can often inhibit post-divorce civility. More importantly, it can also interfere with the co-parenting of minor children. Since we only practice divorce law in Las Vegas, we’re not sure if every state provides for protecting divorce privacy. So you should check your local laws if do don’t live in Nevada.

We often work with clients, celebrity and non-celebrity alike, who are concerned about their Las Vegas divorce assets and debts. Our expert divorce attorneys can put your mind at ease. They know how to protect what you have and get every dollar you deserve in divorce cases.

Las Vegas Divorce Attorney Vincent Mayo Attains National Board Certification

Posted on September 3, 2019 | by The Abrams Law Firm LLC | Leave a Comment

Las Vegas Divorce Attorney Vincent Mayo has successfully achieved National Board Certification as a Family Law expert from the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). Attorney Mayo is also Board Certified by the State Bar of Nevada. Therefore, he has earned board certification on both a state and national level.

Accredited organizations only board certify approximately three percent of American lawyers. Moreover, less than one percent of Nevada attorneys are Board Certified though the State Bar of Nevada. National Board Certification is one of the highest, most stringent, and most reliable honors an attorney can achieve. The NBTA, and all board certified attorneys, have a commitment to safeguarding the public’s ability to choose a highly qualified attorney. Therefore, Mr. Mayo is a member of a select group who has proven his extreme competence in divorce law.

NBTA Divorce Attorneys in Las Vegas

Attorney Mayo is one of only seventeen Las Vegas divorce attorneys to receive NBTA board certification. He has also successfully completed the ABA’s Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute program. This program accepts only 50 applications nationally each year. Vincent has also published numerous articles on various important family law issues.

About the NBTA Process

The NBTA believes that clients benefit from an objective set of standards which prove an attorney’s expertise. So a NBTA certified attorney has demonstrated skill and expertise in a specific law practice area. They have proven this through rigorous examination and testing. The elaborate screening and application that all NBTA board certified attorneys must complete includes the following:

Demonstrate substantial trial experience
Submit judicial and peer references to attest to their competency
Attend continuing legal education courses
Submit legal articles
Pass an NBTA exam
Prove good standing in local and state bar organizations