The courts of Nevada have jurisdiction over a cause of action for divorce for three causes: Insanity existing for two years prior to commencement of the action; Separation for one year or longer without cohabitation; and Incompatibility. Virtually all cases are filed for "incompatibility." Essentially, it is "one party" divorce, in that there is no known case in which the opposing party has successfully denied the existence of that ground for divorce. At least one party must be a resident of Nevada for six weeks prior to filing for divorce. While an extensive discussion is not possible here, as a general matter the court must have jurisdiction over both parties in order to enter certain kinds of orders dealing with property, custody, and alimony.

WILLICK LAW GROUP has thoroughly litigated many jurisdictional cases and is experienced in working with both Nevada law, and the applicable interstate and international legislation that guides jurisdictional matters. Among the many chapters of the Nevada Family Law Practice Manual drafted by Mr. Willick is Chapter One, Section One, containing a review of Family Court jurisdiction and venue matters.

Jurisdiction and Venue chapters of NFPM
Issues in Interstate and Multistate Matrimonial Litigation

The Basics of Jurisdiction: A Remedial Course (Washoe County Writ, 2008)

From a CLE in Nevada on Family Law Jurisdiction (2009)

The Basics of Family Law Jurisdiction
Initial Child Custody Jurisdiction
Child Custody Modification Jurisdiction
Initial Child Support Jurisdiction
Child Support Modification Jurisdiction