Nevada Supreme Court Law Library: Self-Represented Litigants Guide

This guide gives basic information about legal materials and resources for people who are representing themselves in court in Nevada..

The Nevada Court System

The Nevada Judicial system is one of the three parts of the state government. Nevada courts help understand laws and make sure the other parts of government (the Executive and Legislative branches) are fair. The chart below shows how Nevada's courts are organized, what kinds of cases they can handle, and how people can appeal decisions.

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Nevada Court Rules

Nevada court rules tell people how to handle court business in Nevada. These rules are useful for people who represent themselves in court. They include information on many things like how to write court papers, how to act in court, and what to wear. They can help you when you can’t find the information you need elsewhere or if you don’t have a specific form.

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Nevada Forms

The forms provided are a starting point, not a complete list. They offer ideas on content and style, but courts may have unique requirements. Contact the clerk of the court where your case will be filed to ensure compliance with formatting, content, and procedural rules.

Start your Nevada forms search with self-help centers and court websites:

State of Nevada Self-Help Center
Provides information and forms on the following topics: appeals, going to court, divorce, child support, guardianship, name changes, adoption, and more.
Family Law Self-Help Center
Provides information and forms on the following family law topics: divorce, name changes, guardianship, domestic violence protection orders, adoptions, termination of parental rights, and more.
Civil Law Self-Help Center
Provides information and forms on the following civil law topics: evictions & housing, small claims, probate, lawsuits and judgments for money, and more.
Second Judicial District Court Forms & Packets (Washoe County)
Forms approved for use in the Second Judicial District Court including family (e.g., divorce, guardianship, motions, etc.) and general jurisdiction (e.g., foreclosure, probate, etc.) related forms.
Nevada Legal Kiosk
An interactive site that directs you to legal information and resources related to your issue. You can also join a virtual meeting or court hearing on this site.
Protection Orders
Protection order forms for domestic violence, high risk, stalking and harassment, sexual assault, harassment in the workplace, and minor children.
Access to Justice Commission
An overview of legal services programs, pro bono services, and self-help services available to Nevadans.
Southern Nevada Senior Law Program
Assists seniors (60+ years old) with evictions/housing, elder exploitation and abuse, consumer assistance, government benefits, and wills and estate planning, including creating a health care power of attorney form.

Nevada Appellate Forms

Includes Notice of Appeal, Certificate of Service, Docketing Statement, Streamlined Request for Extension of Time to File Brief and more forms.

Translated Legal Forms

Since January 2022, the Nevada Supreme Court Law Library has been awarded three grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), administered by the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records (NSLAPR). The Nevada Supreme Court Law Library used 100% of grant funds to translate standardized divorce, custody, family law, name change, and guardianship self-help legal forms to ensure self-represented litigants of limited English proficiency (LEP) in Nevada have equal access to court services.

Power of Attorney

For information on Power of Attorney in Nevada, consult the resources below.

NRS Chapter 162A - Power of Attorney for Financial Decisions and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Decisions
Consult this NRS chapter for information on what is included in a power of attorney.
Power of Attorney Information Brochure
The State Bar of Nevada has created a brochure answering FAQs concerning a power of attorney.

Senior Law Program

The Southern Nevada Senior Law Program hosts workshops to help people create health care power of attorneys (POAs). Review some of their POA content below.

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Advisory Note

This information is provided as a courtesy only. The law library shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for direct, indirect, special or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing of this material. The law librarians are not members of the Nevada State Bar and nothing on this site should be considered as legal advice.