Bonnie M Lonardo

Bonnie M Lonardo

LJ Law
  • Divorce, Family Law, Bankruptcy ...
  • Nevada
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Biography

Bonnie Lonardo is the owner and founder of LJ Law, a full-service Divorce and Family Law firm based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bonnie began her career as an attorney practicing in well-established multi-practice law firms, but saw owning her own firm as an opportunity to connect with her clients on a more personal level; to truly understand the emotion involved in each and every case, and to be able to best represent the core interests of her clients. Since opening LJ Law, Bonnie has been able to do just that for thousands of families throughout the Las Vegas Metro Area. Divorce, child custody, child support, and alimony cases are oftentimes emotionally-charged and life-altering experiences for the parties involved. At LJ Law, Bonnie takes personal pride in lightening the burden for her clients; relieving their stress, worry and anxiety and offering the piece of mind that their case, rights, and family are well-protected.

Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Bankruptcy
    Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
    Foreclosure Defense
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Nevada
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner
LJ Law
- Current
Founder
LJ Law
- Current
Education
UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law
J.D. (2003)
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Awards
Small Business Excellence Award
Small Business Exceellence
A+ Rating
Better Business Bureau
10 Best Attorneys
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Small Business Excellence Award
Small Business Excellence
A+ Rating
Better Business Bureau
10 Best Attorneys
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Family Law Clients Choice Award
Avvo
Professional Associations
Hispanic Lawyers Network
Member
Current
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Clark County Bar Association
Member
Current
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Latino Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Howard D. McKibben Inn of Courts
Member
- Current
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State Bar of Nevada  # 8548
Member
- Current
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Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys
Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Bankruptcy Law Frequently Asked Questions
LJ Law Blog
Family Law Frequently Asked Questions
LJ Law Blog
Foreclosure Defense Law Frequently Asked Questions
LJ Law Blog
Speaking Engagements
Sarah talks to Bonnie Lonardo from LJ Law about prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, Morris Law Center
Around The Gavel
Bonnie Lonardo is interviewed by Sarah Morris of Morris Law Center discussing prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
Certifications
Nevada State Bar Certified Attorney
Nevada State Bar
Legal Answers
119 Questions Answered
Q. I have existing 50/50 custody of my 16 yr old. She doesn’t want to come back right now and her father is encouraging her
A: It is true that due to her age she might be granted teen-age discretion. However, if you are able to prove that in spite of her age, being with her father full time is not in her best interest due to lack of supervision, rules, proper discipline and/or guidance, the judge might not award teen-age discretion and will either continue with the joint custody or possibly modify it to give you more time with your daughter.
Q. Why do I have to pay child support if I take care of my children I get them everything they need but I can't see them.
A: Parent's have a responsibility to take care of their children's basic needs, such as housing, food, clothing, entertainment, transportation, etc Child support payments are ordered from the court as a way for parent's to meet the child's basic needs. The receiving parent does not have to itemize how this money is being appropriated so long as the child's needs are being met.

Child support and visitation/custody are two different issues. A parent cannot withhold visitations from the other parent for lack of child support payments. You might want to discuss your situation with an attorney to be sure that your rights to custody of your children are being legally represented. ... Read More
Q. I have been married since 1998 and getting a divorce now am I owed anything?
A: Given the length of your marriage, it appears that you may be entitled to your community property rights of equitable division of assets and debts. Generally speaking the court will start with the presumption that the assets and the debts will be evenly divided between the parties. Also, due to the length of time of the marriage you may be entitled to spousal support, depending on your situation.
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Contact & Map
LJ Law
9680 W. Tropicana Ave., Ste. 148 Las Vegas, NV 89147
Las Vegas, NV 89147
Telephone: (702) 998-1188
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed (Today)
Notice: Consultations are available by appointment Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Please visit our online scheduler for availability: https://ljlawlv.com/scheduler