LGBTQIA Family Law in Reno, NV
MJ Miller Law is a LGBTQIA+ friendly family law firm in Reno helping Northern Nevada families with second-parent and non-biological parent adoptions, custody and child support, dissolution of marriages and domestic partnerships, legal name changes, and corrected birth certificates.
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A LGBTQIA+ Friendly Family Law Firm in Reno
MJ Miller Law is proud to be a LGBTQIA+ friendly law firm serving Reno, Sparks, Washoe County, and Northern Nevada. We help LGBTQIA+ clients with the unique legal needs that can arise when building, protecting, or reorganizing a family.
As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, attorney Mikye J. Miller is a passionate advocate for LGBTQIA+ families. Nevada is a progressive state for LGBTQIA+ rights. Domestic partnerships are handled like marriages, and dissolving a partnership follows the same process as dissolving a marriage—including assets, debts, partner alimony, child custody, and child support.
LGBTQIA+ rights still vary from state to state. If your family has ties to more than one state, or if a parent’s legal relationship to a child is not yet documented, it is important to speak with a Reno family law attorney who understands how to protect you and your children.
LGBTQIA Family Law Services in Reno
Second-Parent and Non-Biological Parent Adoptions
When one parent is not a biological parent, adoption can secure legal parentage. Second-parent and non-biological parent adoptions help both parents have the right to make decisions for the child, seek custody or visitation if the relationship ends, and provide stability for the child. MJ Miller Law has guided LGBTQIA+ families through second-parent adoptions with careful attention to detail.
Custody and Child Support for LGBTQIA+ Parents
Nevada courts decide custody based on the best interest of the child under NRS 125C.0035. The Court does not prefer a parent based on gender. We help LGBTQIA+ parents understand those best-interest factors, present the facts that matter, and address custody and support when parents are married, in a domestic partnership, or unmarried.
Child support is calculated under NAC 425 using both parties’ gross income. Bonuses, overtime, and later changes in income often raise questions. We help you determine what counts as income and whether a support order should be established or modified.
Dissolution of Marriages and Domestic Partnerships
Ending a marriage or a Nevada domestic partnership involves property and debt division, possible partner or spousal support, and—if there are children—custody and child support. Even when you and your partner are on good terms, legal counsel helps you understand your options and avoid mistakes in settlement documents. Mikye J. Miller has more than ten years of family law experience and can help you plan the dissolution of the relationship.
Legal Name Changes and Corrected Birth Certificates
Transgender and non-binary clients can seek a legal name change and a corrected birth certificate that reflects their gender identity. We help clients complete the Nevada process and understand which records may need to be updated after the court order.
Related Family Law Matters
- Adoptions
- Mediation
- Modification of court orders
- Spousal support and alimony
- Paternity or parentage establishment
- Uncontested divorce
- Annulment
- Debt division
- Minor guardianship and third-party visitation when relatives are caring for a child
Why LGBTQIA+ Families in Reno Choose MJ Miller Law
- Small Reno firm with responsive communication
- Attorney who is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community
- Experience with second-parent adoptions and family formation
- Straightforward advice on Nevada custody, support, and dissolution
- Service across Northern Nevada, including Washoe County, Carson City, Lyon, Churchill, and Humboldt counties
Family law matters are never easy. Choosing a small firm means staff can stay highly responsive, recommend strategies for your situation, and move your case through the legal process. We aim to give honest, timely, and accurate counsel.
Client Success Story
Helped Us Become a Family ★★★★★
“Mikye is not only an exceptional attorney, but also an amazing person. Throughout the years Mikye has helped us become the family that we are today. Mikye is very knowledgeable on second parent adoptions, with impeccable work ethic and attention to detail. The team at MJ Miller Law does a great job of combining compassion and advocacy for their clients. They handled our cases very well, and was always available to answer any questions. We highly recommend them for your services.”
— Stephanie and Christy W.
LGBTQIA Family Law in Reno: Common Questions
Is Nevada a good state for LGBTQIA+ family rights?
Nevada treats domestic partnerships like marriages for dissolution, property, support, and children. Gender-diverse individuals can also pursue legal name changes and corrected birth certificates. Your specific facts still matter, especially if a child’s parentage is not fully documented or another state is involved.
Do we need a second-parent adoption if we are married?
Marriage does not always replace an adoption when one parent is not a biological parent. A second-parent or confirmatory adoption can put both parents on equal legal footing and reduce risk if you travel, separate, or deal with schools, doctors, or another state. Ask an attorney whether adoption is the right step for your family.
Can a non-biological parent seek custody or child support in Reno?
Possible rights depend on parentage, prior court orders, and the child’s best interest. Establishing legal parentage—through adoption, a parentage action, or another Nevada process—is often the foundation. MJ Miller Law can review your situation and explain the available paths.
How do I change my legal name or birth certificate in Nevada?
The court process for a name change is separate from updating a birth certificate and other records. We help transgender and non-binary clients complete the legal name-change process and identify next steps for corrected identity documents.
Does contacting the firm create an attorney-client relationship?
No. Submitting a consultation request or using this website does not create an attorney-client relationship with Mikye J. Miller, Esq., or MJ Miller Law. Website messages are not privileged. Do not send highly sensitive information through the public form.
Get Help With LGBTQIA Family Law in Reno
MJ Miller Law is accepting new clients. Let us help you plan the next step for adoption, custody, support, dissolution, or a name-change petition.
MJ Miller Law
1855 Plumas St., Ste. 1
Reno, NV 89509
(775) 460-4987
Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.