GENERAL CIVIL CASE COVER SHEET
STATE OF NEVADA — DISTRICT COURTS
[// GUIDANCE: This template is designed for use in any Nevada District Court. Confirm and conform to any county-specific local rules (e.g., Eighth Judicial District Court Rule 2.2) before filing.]
I. DOCUMENT HEADER
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Court & County:
• Court: [DISTRICT COURT OF THE _ JUDICIAL DISTRICT]
• County: [____ COUNTY, NEVADA] -
Case Caption:
• Plaintiff(s): _______
• Defendant(s): ______ -
Case No.: _________ (Clerk to assign)
- Department/Judge (if known): ________
- Filing Date: ___ / ___ / 20___
II. DEFINITIONS
[// GUIDANCE: Definitions are provided to ensure internal consistency and reduce ambiguity.]
“Plaintiff” means each party filing the Complaint or Petition.
“Defendant” means each party against whom relief is sought.
“Counsel” means the Nevada-licensed attorney of record for any party, or the self-represented litigant (pro se).
“Amount in Controversy” means the monetary damages, exclusive of interest and costs, demanded by Plaintiff(s).
III. CASE INFORMATION & NATURE OF ACTION
Check ONE primary case category and all sub-categories that apply. Attach a separate sheet if additional space is required.
| A. Real Property | B. Torts | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ Landlord/Tenant | ☐ Motor Vehicle Negligence | ||
| ☐ Title to Property | ☐ Premises Liability | ||
| ☐ Judicial Foreclosure | ☐ Product Liability | ||
| ☐ Eminent Domain/Condemnation | ☐ Medical/Dental Malpractice | ||
| ☐ Construction Defect | ☐ Other Professional Malpractice | ||
| ☐ Other Real Property (specify): ____ | ☐ Intentional Torts (e.g., assault) | ||
| ☐ Defamation | |||
| ☐ Other Torts (specify): ____ |
| C. Contract | D. Employment | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ Buyer–Seller | ☐ Wrongful Termination | ||
| ☐ Debt/Collection | ☐ Discrimination (NRS 613) | ||
| ☐ Insurance Coverage | ☐ Wage & Hour | ||
| ☐ Uniform Commercial Code | ☐ Other Employment (specify): ____ | ||
| ☐ Other Contract (specify): ____ |
| E. Judicial Review/Appeal | F. Probate/Trust | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ Administrative Agency | ☐ Summary Administration | ||
| ☐ Civil Writ | ☐ General Administration | ||
| ☐ Other Review (specify): ____ | ☐ Trust/Other (specify): ____ |
| G. Business Court Designation* | |
|---|---|
| ☐ NRS 19.013(3) Complex/Business litigation request (complete separate Business Court addendum) |
*Business Court is currently available only in Clark and Washoe Counties.
IV. AMOUNT IN CONTROVERSY
- Monetary relief sought: $ ____
- Non-monetary relief sought (describe): _______
V. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ADR) & ARBITRATION EXEMPTION
- Short-Trial Program (Nev. Short Trial Rules)
☐ Case exempt (explain): ______ - Mandatory Non-Binding Arbitration (NRS 38.250)
☐ Amount in Controversy exceeds $50,000 (exempt)
☐ Case is otherwise exempt (statutory exception — specify): ______
VI. RELATED CASES
List any related cases currently or previously pending in Nevada courts (attach additional sheet if necessary).
| Case Number | Court/Dept. | Caption | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
VII. FILING FEE SCHEDULE & CALCULATION
[// GUIDANCE: Fees vary by county. Verify current amounts with the clerk or latest NRS § 19 fee schedule.]
| Base Filing Fee (Civil Action) | $ [INSERT] |
|---|---|
| Court Improvement Surcharge | $ [INSERT] |
| Technology/Facility Surcharge | $ [INSERT] |
| Business Court Surcharge (if applicable) | $ [INSERT] |
| TOTAL DUE | $ [______] |
☐ Fee Waiver Application submitted concurrently (NRS 12.015).
VIII. COUNSEL/SELF-REPRESENTED LITIGANT INFORMATION
| Party | Attorney/Litigant Name | NV Bar No. | Firm/Address | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pltf. | |||||
| Deft. |
IX. CERTIFICATION & SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned Counsel or self-represented litigant, hereby certify:
1. The information provided in this Civil Case Cover Sheet is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge;
2. I have reviewed the applicable Nevada Revised Statutes, Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure, and local court rules; and
3. I acknowledge that any misclassification may subject the case to reassignment, additional fees, or other sanctions.
| Date | Signature | Printed Name | Title/Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| ___ / ___ / 20___ | _________ | _________ | ☐ Attorney ☐ Pro Se |
[// GUIDANCE:
• Electronic Filing: Most Nevada District Courts require e-filing; include the clerk-generated electronic filing stamp if available.
• Service of Process: The cover sheet is not a substitute for a summons or proof of service.
• Updates: If case posture changes (e.g., removal to Business Court, amended complaint increasing damages), file an Amended Civil Cover Sheet promptly.
• Retention: Maintain a conformed copy for your records; some counties require an additional copy for the ADR Commissioner.
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