Custody

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada provides free legal services to low-income families and individuals in need of assistance. We offer legal classes, counsel, advice, and direct representation, with priority given to victims of domestic violence. A custody case is a legal action filed by one parent to obtain custody of a child. Custody is also handled in a divorce case. However, when the parents aren't married, the court must address paternity, child custody, child support, and visitation in a custody or paternity case.

To apply for legal representation in a custody case, you must first attend the free Divorce/Paternity/Custody class. Click here to see the class schedule. After attending, you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit us at 725 E. Charleston Blvd. during walk-in hours (Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) for information on how to apply.

You can also visit the Family Law Self-Help Center, located inside the Family Court and Services Center, or online here for court information and forms. Staff at the Family Law Self-Help Center cannot provide legal advice.