How to File an Uncontested Divorce in Nevada

1. Residency Requirements

Before filing for divorce in Nevada, at least one spouse must have lived in the state for a minimum of six weeks. You will need to prove this by having another Nevada resident sign an Affidavit of Resident Witness, which must be notarized.

2. The Joint Petition

A Joint Petition means both spouses are filing together as Co-Petitioners. By filing jointly, you agree that:

• The marriage is entirely incompatible.
• There is a mutual agreement on how to divide assets (houses, cars, bank accounts) and debts (credit cards, loans).
• If you have children together, you have completely agreed on legal and physical custody, visitation schedules, and child support.
• You both agree on the issue of alimony (spousal support).

3. Required Documents

Filing an uncontested divorce requires specific legal forms. Missing a form or making an error can lead to a judge rejecting your paperwork. The basic required forms generally include:

• Family Court Cover Sheet
• Joint Petition for Divorce
• Affidavit of Resident Witness
• Decree of Divorce
• Confidential Information Sheet

4. The Filing Process

Once all documents are drafted correctly, both spouses must sign the Joint Petition and the Decree of Divorce in the presence of a Notary Public. After notarization, the documents are submitted to the Family Court clerk along with the required filing fee. Because it is a Joint Petition, there is no need to formally "serve" the other spouse, which saves time and money. A judge will review the paperwork, and if everything is in order, the Decree will be signed, finalizing the divorce without a court hearing.