Top best Litigation Lawyers Near me in ZIP 89101

Timothy R. O’Reilly practices in the areas of civil and commercial litigation, including complex business disputes and catastrophic personal injury matters, as well as various transactional matters including, but not limited to, business and real estate transactions, gaming law, and regulatory matters.  In addition, Tim provides legal advice and representation for selected criminal matters as well as for various administrative law proceedings throughout the State of Nevada including representation of professional athletes in various capacities.. Prior to joining O’Reilly Law Group, Tim worked for the Clark County District Attorney Criminal Appeals Division where he provided responsive briefs pertaining to pending criminal appeals to Clark County District Court,  Nevada  Supreme  Court,  and United  States  Supreme  Court.   In addition, he worked for the Nevada Attorney General at the Department of Transportation (NDOT) where he assisted the Litigation Department in pending eminent domain and condemnation matters.. While attending law school, Tim completed a judicial externship for Chief Justice William A. Maupin of the Nevada Supreme Court in Carson City, Nevada, and a judicial externship for Chief Judge Lee Gates of the Clark County District Court in Las Vegas.  Prior to the judicial externships, Tim completed a clerkship in the DUI Division of the Clark County District Attorney’s Office where he assisted in preparation for and attendance at grand jury hearings.

Ms. Calderon joined Pisanelli Bice in February of 2011 and represents clients in a variety of complex business cases.  Her litigation practice is focused on commercial disputes ranging from breach of contract and fiduciary duty claims to property and construction disputes.  Ms. Calderon has experience with all aspects of litigation from discovery through motion practice and trial.. Ms. Calderon is an active Children's Attorney Project volunteer, representing children in the foster care system.  She is also fluent in Spanish.. During her law school career, Ms. Calderon served as the managing editor of the Nevada Law Journal and as a judicial extern to The Honorable James C. Mahan of the United States District Court for the District of Nevada.  Ms. Calderon was also a member of the Society of Advocates.  She is the recipient of a Scribes Award from the American Society of Legal Writers, as well as a Dean's Award.  Ms. Calderon received her undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno, where she was a Millennium Scholar.

Mr. Pisanelli is the co-founder of Pisanelli Bice, PLLC, a firm primarily focused on commercial litigation. Prior to forming Pisanelli Bice, Mr. Pisanelli was the co-chair of Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck's litigation group, where he oversaw 80 litigators across the United States and managed his own practice. He specializes in commercial litigation, construction, defamation, and health care law, and has worked on a wide range of cases in these fields. Mr. Pisanelli has worked with a variety of commercial clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to single entity developers and entrepreneurs. He continues to represent many of Nevada's largest gaming companies in commercial disputes, as well as one of Nevada's largest newspapers and the local affiliate of a national television broadcast company in defamation actions and related matters. Mr. Pisanelli's construction practice includes litigation and commercial transactions for local, national, and international developers and contractors. Although his practice has focused primarily on commercial litigation, Mr. Pisanelli also practices transactional law for his construction clients. He has represented major hotel properties, institutional home builders, commercial developers, design professionals, and subcontractors in the negotiation and preparation of construction contracts and development agreements.Mr. Pisanelli has tried and prosecuted numerous cases to judgment in state and federal court, as well as in various alternative dispute resolution settings. He also serves as a faculty member for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and serves on the Advisory Board for a national banking system.

Mr. Mikhaylov focuses his practice on commercial litigation in federal and state court. He has represented clients in a variety of matters, including professional negligence, contract disputes, construction defect, general liability, product defect, and shareholder derivative cases.. Prior to joining Pisanelli Bice, Mr. Mikhaylov acquired significant complex civil litigation experience at a national firm. He has conducted numerous depositions and successfully argued dispositive motions in various matters. His attention to detail and thorough understanding of the litigation process provides his clients the highest level of legal representation.. Mr. Mikhaylov obtained his juris doctorate degree from the St. Thomas University, School of Law. During law school, he was a member of the St. Thomas moot court team and became a semi-finalist in the Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition, the largest single site appellate moot court competition in the United States. Mr. Mikhaylov received his undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he was a Millennium Scholar.

Mr. Dunning’s practice encompasses a broad range of civil matters, including complex commercial litigation, consumer fraud, business disputes, tort cases, and transactional issues. Whether prosecuting or defending against claims, or navigating legal questions before disputes even arise, Mr. Dunning protects his clients’ interests with thoughtful and zealous advocacy both in and outside the courtroom.. In addition to his years of experience in practice, Mr. Dunning served as judicial law clerk to the Honorable Richard F. Scotti in Department II of the Eighth Judicial District Court and as judicial extern to the Honorable Philip M. Pro (Ret.) in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada. While attending the William S. Boyd School of Law, Mr. Dunning worked as an articles editor for the UNLV Gaming Law Journal, practiced as a student attorney in the Thomas & Mack Juvenile Justice Clinic, and was selected for the American Bar Association’s Janet D. Steiger Fellowship at the Nevada Attorney General’s Office Bureau of Consumer Protection.. A longtime Nevadan, Mr. Dunning enjoys amateur photography, traveling, live music, and spontaneous adventures with friends and family.

Margaret E. Schmidt is an associate attorney with Maier Gutierrez Ayon. Margaret’s practice focuses on civil litigation including real estate, business, personal injury and bankruptcy adversary proceeding in federal and state courts.Prior to joining the firm, Margaret held associate attorney positions with the law firms Piet & Write and Marker Law and Mediation where she represented clients in the areas of family law, criminal law, business litigation and bankruptcy.While attending law school Margaret served as the vice president of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society and as an extern for the Honorable Judge Jennifer Elliott in the Eighth Judicial District Court, Family Division. In addition, she clerked for several local Las Vegas law firms. She began her career as a legal secretary in Virginia.Originally from Wimbledon, England, Margaret grew up outside of Boston, Massachusetts relocating to Las Vegas in 2008.. Education. Bar Admissions. Court Admissions. Professional Memberships

Kory Kaplan is a Las Vegas native whose practice areas include complex civil litigation, business litigation, and personal injury.  Mr. Kaplan has extensive experience representing clients at both the state and federal trial court level as well as appellate proceedings.  He also has experience representing and counseling clients in regulatory and transactional related matters.. Mr. Kaplan received his Bachelor of Science in Economics with a minor in Statistics from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2010.  He then went on to the University of Arizona where he received his Juris Doctor in 2013.. While in law school, Mr. Kaplan gained exceptional experience working as a legal extern under the Honorable Jackie Glass and the Honorable Ron Israel.  After completing law school, he worked at the Las Vegas law firms of Gordon Silver and Gentile Cristalli Miller Armeni Savarese.. Mr. Kaplan is an executive committee member of both the Litigation Section of the State Bar of Nevada and the Young Lawyers Section of the State Bar of Nevada.  Mr. Kaplan has been honored by Legal Aid of Nevada for his pro bono and volunteer efforts.  He has also been featured in Nevada Business Magazine Legal Elite as a Best Up and Coming Attorney and Mountain States Super Lawyers as a Rising Star. He was also recently selected as one of America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators.

Jessica is a born and raised Las Vegas native. She received both her Juris Doctorate and her Bachelor’s degree from UNLV. She graduated from the William S. Boyd School of Law with Pro Bono Honors in 2015. During her time at Boyd, Jessica participated in Boyd’s International Human Rights Practicum in India, where she interviewed factory workers subjected to human rights violations, and co-authored a UN report to the Special Rapporteur. Prior to her practicum in India, Jessica also studied law in Barcelona, Spain and Oxford, England. Jessica also competed in the International Criminal Moot Court Competition at Pace University Law School in 2014.. Before joining Sgro & Roger, Jessica worked at a boutique firm where she operated in a general counsel capacity representing clients and businesses in both litigation and transactional matters. She also managed and maintained the client’s intellectual property portfolios. At Sgro & Roger, Jessica builds upon her prior experience and has since expanded her practice in the areas of business litigation, real estate, and probate matters.. Jessica is still active in the community and still participates in La Voz as an attorney mentor. Jessica also currently serves as the Parliamentarian for the Asian American Pacific Islander Democratic Caucus (AAPIDC) and Vice Chairman of Bamboo Bridges, a nonprofit organization designed to assist domestic violence and human trafficking victims leave their abusers and navigate the social and legal systems for assistance. Outside of the office, Jessica likes to spend time with her dog and her family and traveling.

James Beckstrom represents companies and individuals in litigation matters throughout Nevada and California. His wide-ranging practice includes real estate litigation, title litigation, complex business litigation, trade secret litigation, personal injury litigation, and public municipality defense. He has experience in all aspects of litigation in both state and federal courts from pre-litigation to verdict, as well as securing victories on appeal.. Prior to practicing law, James managed a foreclosure company specializing in residential and commercial foreclosures that serviced various financial institutions throughout the West Coast. In doing so, James developed extensive knowledge in areas of creditor rights, enforcement, and collection and routinely represents financial institutions in both Nevada and California. Following his transition into the legal field, James clerked for the Eighth Judicial District Court, Clark County, Nevada where he oversaw a split docket of both civil and criminal matters.. In his spare time, James enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with his wife and two children.

In 2009, Mr. Lee received his Bachelor of Science from Towson University, double majoring in Economics and Political Science.  He gained experience serving as the Student Editor to the Towson University Journal of International Affairs.  A year later, he relocated to Las Vegas, to begin his legal education at the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada – Las Vegas.  While in law school, Mr. Lee was very active in various school organizations, holding several executive board positions.. Mr. Lee also served as Research Assistant to Professor Rachel Anderson, in addition to externing for Senator Harry Reid’s Office.  He has been a member of the MAC family since 2011, having worked his way up from an entry level.  In 2012, he began clerking for the firm and gained experience in civil, corporate and construction defect law.. In his spare time, Mr. Lee enjoys spending time with friends and family. He is also an avid sports fan and music enthusiast.

I work by the book. I don’t cut corners or blur lines. Clients know that when they hire me, I am going to play by the rules and work as hard as I can to advance their interests in achieving the best outcome possible.. My practice primarily focuses on clients in medical malpractice and commercial litigation matters. In defending medical malpractice claims, I have advised on cases involving anesthesiology, cardiology, critical care, emergency medicine, family practice, general surgery, internal medicine, maternal fetal medicine, neurology, nursing care, obstetrics and gynecology, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, physical medicine, rehabilitation, physical therapy, plastic surgery, psychiatry, pulmonology, radiology, reproductive endocrinology and infertility. I have also represented physicians in administrative fair hearings and matters before the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners. My defense practice has also extended to other types of personal injury cases involving wrongful death, premises liability, and general negligence.  For commercial litigation cases, I have experience handling contract disputes, wrongful termination actions, and real estate disputes.  Additionally, I have handled appeals to the Nevada Supreme Court and currently serve as an arbitrator for the Eighth Judicial District Court’s arbitration program.  Representative clients include the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, a trucking company, a home health care company, restaurants, landlords, investors, creditors, and other businesses, insureds, and insurers.

I am an attorney who is dedicated to my clients. I believe in hard work, preparation, integrity, and professionalism. I am focused on getting the best results possible for my clients.. I practice law primarily in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation. I am a trial attorney, and I also do appellate work.. I graduated magna cum laude in the top 5% from the St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, Florida.. During law school, I served as the Executive Editor for the St. Thomas Law Review, and was a member of moot court. I was also employed by the law school as an Active Learning Instructor (ALI) to first year law students in the subject of Civil Procedure. I earned book awards in the subjects of Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing; Appellate Advocacy; Constitutional Law; Wills and Trusts; Sales; and White Collar Crime.. After law school, I served as a law clerk to a judge in the Eighth Judicial District Court, Clark County, Nevada, where I assisted the court with its dual civil and criminal docket.. I am licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada and the State of Florida.. - I am also admitted to the following courts:. -   United States Supreme Court - 2016. -   United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit - 2021. -   Middle District of Florida - 2013. - I have made Pro Hac Vice appearances in the following courts:. - Northern District of California,. -    Middle District of California,. -    Southern District of California,. -    District of Montana,. -    Southern District of New York. -    State of California, Superior Court of California,                     County of Los Angles. I have also litigated various matters before the Nevada Supreme Court, the Nevada Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

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Dr. Aaron D. Ford is the Democratic Leader of the Nevada State Senate, elected to this position in November of 2014. He is also a Partner at the law firm of Eglet Prince, where his practice concentrates on product liability and alternative dispute resolution.. Senator Ford has represented the greater Las Vegas area (District 11) in the Nevada Senate since 2012. Prior to being named Democratic Leader, he was the Assistant Majority Whip and previously served as chair of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources, vice chair of the Senate Committee on Education and member of the Judiciary Committee. He was recognized as best Senate Freshman by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Rookie of the Year by the Reno Gazette Journal, and Senator of the Year by both Nevada Political Action for Animals and the Nevada Conservation League for his work during the 2013 Nevada Legislative session.. Senator Ford has received several awards, including: Las Vegas National Bar Association’s Attorney of the Year Award (2013), Mountain States Super Lawyers (2011, 2012, 2013), 40 Under 40 by In Business Las Vegas, Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, Texas Rising Star, Top Lawyers Under 40 in Dallas, Dallas Bar Association Board of Director’s Award of Excellence, and Dallas Bar Association’s Outstanding Minority Bar Leader Award. He is also a Member of the American Law Institute.. Additionally, Senator Ford has been the recipient of numerous international fellowships, including American Marshall Memorial Fellowship, American Council of Young Political Leaders, British-American Project, US-Japan Leadership Program, Aspen Rodel Fellowship, and the Hunt-Dean Fellowship.. Senator Ford is active in the community and has served on the boards of Olive Crest of Nevada, Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada, and the “I Have a Dream” Foundation. In addition, Ford serves on the Board of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC).. Senator Ford received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University in 1990. He earned a master's degree from George Washington University, and a master’s, juris doctor, and doctorate degree from The Ohio State University.. A native of Dallas, Texas, Dr. Ford is married to Berna L. Rhodes-Ford, Esq. Together, they raise four children, Avery, Devin, Aaron II, and Alexander.

Donna is an experienced litigator representing various business owners in commercial litigation matters.  She handles construction matters involving both private projects and public works projects representing small firms to international companies. One of Donna’s career highlights was obtaining a successful judgment after a three-week trial of a lien foreclosure and breach of contract action against the largest casino corporation in Nevada.

Dan is a trial attorney with clients throughout California and Nevada. Mr. Hoffman predominantly handles business disputes, professional liability, and catastrophic injury matters. He counsels clients in all aspects of their business with an emphasis on advocating for design professionals in contract negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and trial. Mr. Hoffman has successfully handled numerous catastrophic personal injury matters, including wrongful death and traumatic brain injury claims. He manages the Collins + Collins Nevada office.

Christopher Mathews is  a retired military officer with over 20 years' experience as a litigator and jurist.  Commissioned in 1982, he served as an intelligence analyst prior to entering law school.  He was the Air Force's top prosecutor in Asia and the Pacific theatre, and later served as a judge on that service's court of criminal appeals.. In addition to his experience in military courts, Christopher has represented clients in state and federal courts throughout the United States, representing plaintiffs and defendants in cases with billions of dollars at stake.  He started his practice in Nevada in 2007, representing private individuals, corporations, and government agencies.

An experienced litigator, Mr. Jimmerson focuses his practice on high stakes civil litigation. Whether the matters at issue concern complex commercial disputes, catastrophic injuries, or high net worth divorce, Mr. Jimmerson has successfully represented his clients during all phases of such litigation. Indeed, Mr. Jimmerson has tried several cases to judgment and has successfully defended such results on appeal.. In addition to his experience as a litigator in private practice, Mr. Jimmerson has served as corporate counsel for several businesses, including representing the Sugar Factory restaurant group as its General Counsel. In so doing, Mr. Jimmerson has assisted his clients with matters involving corporate governance, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and litigation management.. Mr. Jimmerson routinely contributes to legal scholarship, having authored chapters in multiple legal treatises and publications. For several years, Mr. Jimmerson has served as an author and editor to the Nevada Civil Practice Manual.