Uncontested Divorce in Nevada 2026 | Las Vegas Document Preparation

They had been separated for over a year. No kids, no property disputes, no drama — just two people who had agreed it was over and were ready to make it official. They assumed divorce meant attorneys, depositions, and a courtroom showdown. What they actually needed was a stack of forms, a notary, and someone who knew which forms to use. Nevada's uncontested divorce process is specifically designed for situations like theirs. Most people just don't know it exists — or don't know how to start it.

Here's a factual walkthrough of how an uncontested divorce works in Nevada.

What Makes a Divorce 'Uncontested' in Nevada

An uncontested divorce — also called a joint petition for divorce — is available when both spouses agree on all material issues: property division, debt allocation, and if applicable, child custody and support. Nevada requires at least one spouse to have been a resident for at least six weeks before filing. The governing statutes are found in Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 125, which covers divorce grounds, residency, and property division rules. Nevada is a community property state — property acquired during the marriage is generally owned equally by both spouses.

The Documents You'll Need

An uncontested divorce in Clark County typically requires: a Joint Petition for Divorce signed by both spouses; a Marital Settlement Agreement detailing the division of property and debts, signed and notarized by both parties; and a Decree of Divorce — the proposed court order the judge will sign. If children are involved, a Child Custody Order and Child Support Order are also required.

All documents must be filed with the Eighth Judicial District Court Family Division in Clark County. One critical detail: the marital settlement agreement must be notarized by both parties. If you and your spouse are in different locations, a Remote Online Notary (RON) session can handle both signatures without anyone traveling.

How Long Does It Take?

An uncontested divorce in Nevada can move quickly when the paperwork is correct. Once filed, straightforward cases in Clark County can be finalized within a few weeks to a couple of months depending on court volume. Delays almost always come from incorrect or incomplete paperwork that must be refiled, or delays in getting both parties to sign and notarize the settlement agreement. Getting the documents right the first time is the most effective way to avoid a longer process.

What Signature on Demand Does

Signature on Demand prepares uncontested divorce document packages for Clark County couples — the joint petition, marital settlement agreement, proposed decree, and any required supporting documents. Our process starts with a remote intake. Once your documents are prepared to Nevada's requirements, we send them to you for review before scheduling your notarization — either as a Remote Online Notary (RON) session or a mobile notary appointment at your home or office. We are not attorneys and cannot advise you on how to divide your assets — what we can do is make sure the paperwork reflects what you've already decided, correctly and completely. Appointments available 7 days a week throughout Clark County, including evenings.

📞 Ready to move forward? Call or text 725-243-5188 or visit signatureondemand.net to schedule your intake.

Signature on Demand is a licensed document preparation service. Nevada Document Preparer License #NVDP20239116529. We are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice. For legal counsel, please consult a licensed Nevada attorney.