Reviewed August 2026
Court Hearings in Nevada
In a Nevada divorce, either spouse can file a motion asking the court for a temporary support hearing while the case moves toward final judgment. NRS 125.040 lets the court require either party to pay money for temporary maintenance, temporary child support, or the cost of carrying on or defending the case. The request has to be made by application, with notice to the other party. Nevada's larger counties run dedicated family court divisions. Clark County's Eighth Judicial District has a Family Division. Washoe County's Second Judicial District has its own family court structure. Smaller counties handle divorce cases through the general district court docket instead. How fast a temporary order motion gets a hearing depends on the county and the judicial department assigned to the case. Nevada does not run a single statewide motion calendar for family cases.
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Requesting temporary support and suit money
Under NRS 125.040, a party may apply to the court for temporary maintenance, temporary child support, or money to carry on or defend the case. Notice must go to the other spouse first. The court can also make orders affecting the parties' property when necessary to accomplish those purposes, after weighing each spouse's financial situation. This is the mechanism most Nevada divorces use to set support and cover litigation costs before the case reaches a final decree.
Notice and how a motion gets before a judge
A request for temporary support under NRS 125.040 requires notice to the other party before the court rules. It is not automatic. The moving spouse files the request with the district court handling the case. The responding spouse then gets an opportunity to be heard. Local rules in each judicial district set the specific briefing and hearing schedule, including whether a request is decided on the papers or set for an in-person hearing.
Family court structure in Nevada's larger counties
Clark County's Eighth Judicial District operates a Family Division that hears divorce, custody, and support matters. Washoe County's Second Judicial District runs its own family court docket. Both handle a high volume of family law motions and assign cases to specific judicial departments. Smaller, more rural Nevada counties generally hear divorce cases as part of the general district court calendar instead.
Remote appearances and self-help resources
Nevada's district courts have expanded remote and video appearance options for family law hearings in recent years. Availability and the platform used depend on the judicial district and the specific judge or department assigned to a case. Self-represented parties can find forms and procedural guidance through Nevada's statewide self-help portal. Clark County's Family Law Self-Help Center serves parties in the Eighth Judicial District specifically.
What a typical temporary order hearing looks like
When a temporary support request is set for a hearing, both spouses or their attorneys appear before the assigned judge or department. The court reviews each party's financial information and any supporting documents before ruling on temporary maintenance, child support, or suit money. Some counties route certain family law matters, particularly child support issues, through hearing masters or similar judicial officers rather than a district judge directly. This structure varies locally, so confirming with the specific court is the reliable way to know who will hear a given motion.
Sources: Nevada Revised Statutes NRS 125.040, orders for support and cost of suit during pendency of action, Nevada Judicial Branch statewide self-help resources, Family Law Self-Help Center, Clark County (Eighth Judicial District)
Not independently confirmed
- The current scope of hearing masters' authority over family law motions in Clark and Washoe counties, and whether other Nevada counties use similar judicial officers, was not independently confirmed for this page.
- Remote appearance availability and video platform for family court hearings vary by county and department and were not verified court by court.
Court Hearings in Nevada: frequently asked questions
How do I request temporary support while my Nevada divorce is pending?+
You apply to the district court under NRS 125.040, with notice to your spouse, asking for temporary maintenance, temporary child support, or money to help carry on or defend the case. The court considers both parties' financial situations before ruling, and the request can also cover property-related orders needed to accomplish those purposes.
Does my spouse get notice before a temporary order hearing in Nevada?+
Yes. NRS 125.040 requires notice to the other party before the court rules on a request for temporary support or suit money. The responding spouse has an opportunity to be heard before the judge decides the motion.
Which court hears my Nevada divorce case?+
It depends on the county. Clark County's Eighth Judicial District has a dedicated Family Division, and Washoe County's Second Judicial District runs its own family court docket. Other Nevada counties generally hear divorce cases through the general district court calendar.
Can I appear at a Nevada divorce hearing remotely?+
Many Nevada district courts allow remote or video appearances for family law hearings, but availability and the platform used depend on the county and the assigned judge or department. Confirm the appearance format with the specific court before a scheduled hearing.
Does Nevada use hearing masters for family law motions?+
Some Nevada judicial districts route certain family law matters, particularly child support issues, through hearing masters or similar judicial officers rather than a district judge directly. This structure varies by county, so check with the specific court handling the case.
Where can I get help with Nevada divorce forms and hearings if I don't have a lawyer?+
Nevada's statewide self-help portal and, for Clark County cases, the Family Law Self-Help Center provide forms and procedural guidance for self-represented parties. These resources cover filing requirements and general court processes but do not give legal advice.
This page is general information about court hearings in Nevada, not legal advice for your situation. Laws, fees, and procedures change over time; confirm current details with Nevada's own courts before relying on anything here. Virdix is not a law firm and is not licensed to practice law in Nevada. Virdix does not prepare or file Nevada divorce paperwork. It is not a substitute for an attorney licensed in Nevada.
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