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My goal is to provide compassionate advice to my clients who are going through a difficult time. I am licensed in Nevada and Washington state (inactive).  I began my career by completing a rigorous clerkship where I worked on a multitude of cases in various areas of law. Currently, I'm continuing my work in public interest law with a local legal non-profit organization.  I believe it is important to remain active in the profession and contribute to the community. To that end, I am involved in numerous bar associations and have volunteered for several non-profits Seattle and Reno.  In my spare time, I  enjoy cheering on the Gonzaga Bulldogs and the Nevada Wolf Pack.

Mr. Vallas is an experienced attorney primarily practicing health care law, including regulatory and internal compliance matters, HIPAA Privacy and Security matters, claims and litigation evaluation and management, litigation and trial practice, and related areas of the law. He has practiced law since 1990, with health care law as his primary area of practice since 2002. He represents hospitals, physicians and physician groups, and other health care entities in a variety of matters.

Mr. Sumpter is a life long resident of Reno/Tahoe.  His roots in the community have given him a unique and particular insight into the local business, economy, social, cultural and education environment.. Mr. Sumpter is an avid skiier, boater, traveler and an accomplished musician playing 5 different musical instruments.. Mr. Sumper provides CREATIVE LEGAL SOLUTIONS to meet your legal needs in his areas of expertise and enjoys thinking "out of the box" to insure that your legal needs and goals are accomplished.

Mr. Morris works extensively within the field of estate planning. He represents families, couples and individuals in crafting wills and trusts. He represents clients in probate, estate and trust administration.  In addition, he develops and implements gift and estate tax saving strategies. In 2013 through 2015, Mr. Morris was named Legal Elite by Nevada Business Magazine for his work in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration.  Mr. Morris was also named one of the Best Up and Coming attorneys in Nevada.  Also since 2013 through 2015, Super Lawyers named Mr. Morris a "Rising Star" in the Estate Planning and Probate section.. Mr. Morris is a certified legal specialist in Trust, Estate and Probate law by the California State bar.. He received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Master of Accountancy with a taxation emphasis from the Marriott School of Management at Brigham Young University.  In 2007, he graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University cum laude and was an editor of the law review.. Mr. Morris enjoys serving the Reno-Sparks community through various community and professional organizations. He is the  Secretary of the Planned Giving Roundtable of Northern Nevada and former Treasurer and board member for the Reno Chamber Orchestra. He is a member of the Reno South Rotary Club and the Estate Planning Council of Northern Nevada. He volunteered as a ski instructor for the Sky Tavern Junior Ski program. In 2008, Washoe Legal Services acknowledged his charitable legal work by giving him the Outstanding Pro Bono Services award.

Mr. Moore is admitted to practice in the State and Federal Bars of Nevada and California. He received his B.A. in History from Brigham Young University in 2000 and his J.D. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 2003.  Mr. Moore's practice focuses on Complex Civil Litigation, Mechanic's Lien Foreclosure, and Construction Contract Disputes.

Mr. Davis is an attorney at the Washoe County Public Defender’s Office.  Prior to serving in that capacity, Mr. Davis was a member of Fennemore Craig's Government Affairs Practice Group and an associate at Lionel Sawyer & Collins.  His practice focused on government relations, complex civil litigation and commercial litigation.  During law school, Mr. Davis mediated cases, worked in a civil litigation firm and externed for a well-respected criminal defense attorney in San Diego, California.  Mr. Davis also worked under current Nevada Governor, and then Federal Judge Brian E. Sandoval in the United States District Court, District of Nevada and served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable David Wiseman, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Superior Court, Saipan, upon his graduation from law school and subsequently, for the Honorable Brent Adams, Second Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada.. In 2015, Mountain States Super Lawyers named Mr. Davis a "Rising Star" in the field of Government Relations, chosen as one of the top 2.5 percent of young attorneys in his jurisdiction. In 2014, Mountain States Super Lawyers named Mr. Davis a "Rising Star" in the field of Business Litigation. Mr. Davis has also been named to Nevada Business magazine's "Legal Elite" in 2013, 2014 and 2015 as one of Northern Nevada's top attorneys. In 2014, Mr. Davis was awarded the Reno Gazette-Journal's Twenty under 40 Award for his professional achievements, community involvement and exceptional leadership in the Greater Reno-Tahoe area.. Mr. Davis volunteers countless hours to legal aid and several community organizations in Northern Nevada, including work with veterans of our armed forces and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada. Aside from practicing law, Mr. Davis enjoys being a "Big," traveling and spending time with his family. In 2014, Mr. Davis was named "Big of the Year" by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada.

Michaelle DiGrazia Rafferty ("Michaelle") is a shareholder attorney in the law firm of Maupin, Cox & LeGoy, practicing in the areas of complex and high net worth planning, including estate planning, taxation, real property, charitable and business planning. In addition to the planning portion of her practice, Michaelle’s practice also serves complex estate and trust administrations (including litigation and family dispute resolution), and as an expert witness in litigation proceedings related to her area of practice. Michaelle has been awarded the highest possible rating of AV® Preeminent by Martindale Hubble, and was recently honored with Best Lawyers® in America’s award of "Reno’s Best - Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney" by her peers. She is appointed to the Trust and Estate, and Trust and Estate - Litigation Sections of Best Lawyers® in America, in which her firm has also been recognized in U.S. News & World Report for the most top tier ratings of all firms in the State of Nevada.. Michaelle received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Arizona. She served as a congressional intern in Washington, D.C. for Nevada Congressman, Barbara Vucanovich. Thereafter, she attended the University of the Pacific (McGeorge) School of Law, where she received her Juris Doctorate with the school’s highest academic honor of graduation with "Great Distinction," along various additional awards for academic and advocacy.. Representing the legal interests of numerous public and private Foundations and charities, Michaelle has a personal interest in promoting and supporting educational and charitable entities within the community. In addition to serving as legal counsel for various entities, Michaelle has and continues to serve as a member, and often executive officer, of various non profit and charitable boards for the benefit of organizations such as The University of Nevada Reno Foundation, The Nevada Women’s Fund; Bishop Manogue Catholic High School, South Reno Babe Ruth; and Washoe Little League.. Michaelle is a fourth generation native Nevadan where she resides with her husband, Thomas E. Rafferty, CPA and her children.

Meet Jennifer Mayhew: Your Advocate for Justice. If you're facing criminal charges or seeking justice after a personal injury, Jennifer Mayhew is here to fight for you. As a highly skilled criminal defense attorney serving the Reno-Sparks area, Jennifer combines compassion, honesty, and unwavering dedication to every case she handles. Her relentless advocacy ensures your voice is heard and your rights are protected.. Jennifer’s journey through the legal system has equipped her with unparalleled expertise. From her early work in civil defense and family law to her passion for criminal defense, she has honed her craft across a range of complex legal challenges. In 2016, Jennifer joined the Washoe County Public Defender's Office, where she represented clients facing serious charges, including felonies, murder, and sexual assault. Rising to Chief Deputy Public Defender, she led a team of attorneys while shaping innovative defense strategies. Her prior experience as a prosecutor gives her a unique edge, enabling her to anticipate the state's approach and develop powerful defenses.. Jennifer’s commitment extends beyond the courtroom. She understands the immense stress legal battles can bring and works tirelessly to guide her clients through every step of the process. Whether you need a determined advocate to challenge criminal accusations or a skilled attorney to pursue compensation for a personal injury, Jennifer Mayhew is your trusted ally.. With Jennifer by your side, you’re not just hiring an attorney—you’re gaining a champion dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for you. Contact Jennifer Mayhew today and take the first step toward securing your future.

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Matthew W. Hoffmann is an experienced personal injury lawyer who currently works for Battle Born Injury Lawyers, which is an esteemed personal injury law firm assisting clients across Nevada, with offices in Reno, Las Vegas, Henderson, and the vicinity.. Attorney Hoffmann was born and raised in rural North Dakota, and he earned his J.D., With Distinction, from the University of North Dakota School of Law. Matthew was a scholarship student and was also the President of the Moot Court Board.. Upon graduation, Mr. Hoffmann relocated to Las Vegas and started his legal career as an insurance defense attorney. That experience is invaluable to his current role as a personal injury attorney, as he knows how insurance companies operate from the inside. He uses this knowledge to the benefit of his clients.. Attorney Hoffman is currently active in many professional organizations, including Citizens for Justice, the Clark County Bar Association, and the Nevada Justice Association. The Nevada Business Journal named him one of the top 150 lawyers in Southern Nevada, and Super Lawyers has named him a Rising Star four separate times. In addition, Matthew is currently an AV Preeminent-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell. This is the highest peer rating standard offered by Martindale.. If you are looking for a Las Vegas or Reno personal injury lawyer, look no further than Matthew W. Hoffmann and Battle Born Injury Lawyers.

Matt was born and raised in Vallejo, California and attended California State University Sacramento where in 1988 he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science with a minor in Criminal Justice.. After graduating, Matt attended and earned his Juris Doctorate (JD-Law Degree) from Santa Clara University in 1988. He was licensed in California in 1988 and Nevada in 1994.. Matt started his career in the Bay Area representing major insurance carriers. In 1994, he moved his practice to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he continued to represent major insurance companies. After practicing insurance defense law in Las Vegas for three years, Matt instead began to represent injured clients, helping them to recover damages against insurance companies. Matt practiced personal injury law in Las Vegas until December 2012, when he relocated his practice to Reno, Nevada.. Currently he exclusively represents individuals injured in accidents caused by another’s negligent conduct resulting in a personal injury, such as an auto accident. Matt guides client through what happens after getting in an accident.. Matt has served as a private Arbitrator and Mediator and he has tried in excess of 50 jury trials, numerous court trials, and countless arbitrations and mediations. Matt has been recognized as one of the top 100 trial attorneys in Nevada.. Matt is a member of the Nevada Justice Association, the Clark County Bar Association and the Washoe County Bar Association and he is currently licensed in both Nevada and California.. Outside the office, Matt enjoys competing in triathlons and Cross Fit. He is active in the community as a Little League and basketball coach, and as a volunteer at Our Lady of the Snows Parish and Bishop Manogue High School. He believes that the honest and aggressive representation of his clients results in the maximum recovery and satisfied clients.

Mark Smallhouse is a Reno, Nevada based attorney with over 26 years of experience as an attorney specializing in corporate, business and tax planning, commercial real property and integrated estate planning.  Mr. Smallhouse is a member of the Nevada and California State Bar Associations.  Mr. Smallhouse is also a member the Executive Committee of the Nevada State Bar's Business Law Section, which is responsible for drafting changes, additions and amendments to Nevada's Business Laws, including those covering corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies.. Mr. Smallhouse began his legal career with McCutchen, Doyle, Brown & Enersen a highly respected San Francisco-based national law firm. McCutchen Doyle has subsequently merged into the Bingham McCutchen law firm.  At McCutchen, his practice was focused on representing regional and national technology clients in corporate, taxation, commercial finance and real estate matters.Mr. Smallhouse also served as a partner in Los Altos, California law firm Myers, Hawley, McDonnell & Smallhouse counseling small to medium sized clients on business and tax planning and commercial real estate matters. Mr. Smallhouse represented Lane Publishing Company in its acquisition by Time-Warner, Inc., and was involved in advising real estate clients in several of the then largest commercial real estate transactions in Silicon Valley history.Mr. Smallhouse's entrepreneurial ambitions were realized with the founding of Legal Compliance Software, a Silicon Valley software development company producing legal compliance and form automation software. The company's software was distributed by Matthew Bender & Company, a large legal publisher.Heading New Venture Attorney's Reno, Nevada office, Mr. Smallhouse, who relocated from Silicon Valley, is able to pursue such favorite outdoor interests as ski racing, in which he competes on a masters level.  He has also served on the boards the Nevada Youth Ski Education Foundation and the Far West Masters Scholarship Program.  He is licensed as a referee, and a technical delegate by the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association and in that capacity serves as a race official at Junior and Masters level ski races.Mr. Smallhouse obtained his law degree from the University of Arizona College of Law from which he graduated with high distinction.

Mark Goodman received his Bachelor’s Degree from UC Berkley in 2001 and his law degree in 2005 from the University of San Francisco.. He is licensed to practice law in both Nevada, California, and nationally in proceedings before the United States Patent Office. In order to achieve this designation, he was required to demonstrate a high level of understanding of United States patent law and regulations and hold a degree in a scientific or technical discipline.. Mark opened the Goodman Law Center in 2007, motivated to provide a unique approach to law practice. Mark strives be friendly, approachable, thoughtful, creative, and cost-effective. Mark sometimes even makes dealing with a legal problem fun.. Mark’s practice focuses on Patent Law, Trademark Law, Copyright Law, and Business Law related to innovation. Most of Mark’s clients are small to mid-size businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs.. Mark and his wife, Dr. Robyn Goodman, have 4 adorable children. The whole family loves to travel, ski, raft, hike, and do just about anything outdoors. Mark is also a former intercollegiate ice hockey and soccer player and continues to compete in recreational leagues.

Lee Hotchkin is one of the most experienced lawyers in Reno area. With over thirty-eight years of experience, he is among the regions most seasoned lawyers, with an array of experience across a wide spectrum of practice areas. Lee attended both the University of California at Davis and The University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law, where he earned his J D. (Juris Doctor) degree in 1980. He is an active member of both the Nevada and California State Bar Associations. His legal experience includes acting as the former Senior Chief Trial Deputy of Washoe County Public Defender's Office.  Lee has earned an enviable reputation in the legal community by effectively representing clients across all of Northern Nevada. Additionally, Lee has been praised by clients for his ability to get the job done. Lee has a passion for helping people, and he is very successful at what he does. He brings knowledge, experience, commitment, professionalism and patience to the process. Lee’s goal is to make your legal experience run as smoothly as possible. His only allegiance is to you, the client. Lee knows how to be aggressive in court. He is adept in the skills of negotiating and will make your lawsuit or defense less painful. His analytical mind picks up details of which he uses to your advantage.

Lauren Gorman is a nationally recognized attorney and Stanford Law School graduate practicing in Reno, Nevada. She is a seasoned trial lawyer and creative litigator whose advocacy has resulted in numerous wins and published decisions.

Kerry has helped many businesses retain and secure their intellectual property, has overseen successful acquisition, sales and mergers of businesses and worked closely with businesses to ensure successful business practices.. Kerry also works with non-profit businesses to obtain non-profit status, implement necessary corporate governance rules and obtain tax-exempt status with the IRS.. Before joining the firm, Kerry worked as a CPA with Arthur Andersen LLP. Her practice with Arthur Andersen LLP focused on audit and attest services with a large variety of companies. Kerry’s experience provides unique insight to her practice.. When she is not assisting clients with their legal needs, Kerry volunteers her time to local non-profits, as well as volunteers as a coach with a local high school track team.. Kerry graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. She attended the College of William & Mary School of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctor.

John is a licensed attorney in the state of Nevada. He devotes his practice to commercial and general litigation, including contract, real estate, and construction litigation. He has extensive experience in real estate development and business transactions. Additionally, John represents both landlords and tenants in commercial, industrial, retail leases, and investors and developers in the structuring of limited liability companies and corporations. Due to his extensive and diverse experience in litigation, John is the chief litigator and litigation strategist for the firm’s litigation matters.. John received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California State University, Chico in 1989, and his law degree from University of the Pacific, McGeorge of Law in 1992. He gained valuable insight into the inner workings of the courtroom while serving as Law Clerk for the Honorable Mario Recanzone in the Third Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada.. John is a founding member of Kalicki Collier, PLLC. For nearly twenty years prior to the formation of Kalicki Collier, PLLC, John was a partner with the law firm of Hoffman, Test & Collier in Reno, Nevada.

Joey Gilbert was born in Chicago, Illinois but moved with his family to Sparks, Nevada and attended Our Lady of the Snows Parochial School in Reno between 5th and 8th grade. He then graduated from Bishop Manogue Catholic High School in Reno, Nevada. Later, Joey attended the University of Nevada and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, majoring in English Literature & Political Science, with an emphasis on foreign affairs and minored in Italian. He spent 6 months living, training and traveling in northern Europe during the summer and fall of 1998, through a study abroad program based in Torino, (Turin) Italy.As a collegiate fighter at the University of Nevada, Joey Gilbert was a three-time National Champion, a four-time Regional Champion, a four-time All American, and was the Nevada State Golden Gloves Super Middleweight Champion in 2000.Mr. Gilbert earned his Juris Doctorate (JD-Law Degree) and graduated from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. He then passed the Nevada bar exam in 2004.In 2004, Mr. Gilbert was cast in NBC’s The Contender, working along side Sylvester Stallone, Sugar Ray Leonard, and other talented boxers. Mr. Gilbert’s love of prizefighting ultimately led him to become ranked #3 in the world according to the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and #7 in the world under the World Boxing Council (WBC). Gilbert is the former WBO-NABO and WBC-USNBC Middleweight Champion with a record of 20-3, with 16 knockouts.Outside of the ring, Mr. Gilbert continues to train and condition as if he were still preparing to go 12 rounds. His work ethic, dedication and persistence have helped him achieve every goal and challenge set in front of him. He has practiced law since 2004 in numerous areas; however, he focuses on criminal and civil trial practice and specific areas of sports and entertainment law. Joey Gilbert & Associates was formed with one thing in mind – Deliver the highest quality legal representation in all areas of the law through efficient, aggressive, and honest lawyers.

J. Robert Parke, Esq. is a Lead Counsel Rated lawyer practicing primarily in the areas of estate planning, trusts, probate, trust administration, formation of business entities and business transactions.   Mr. Parke has substantial experience in those areas of the law and is particularly adept at developing and executing plans tailored to each client's circumstances and goals.  His services range from simple estate plans, where tax planning is not a factor, to combination business-and-estate plans that may encompass successon planning, exit strategies, charitable giving, tax planning and more.

J. DOUGLAS CLARK is a sole practitioner in Reno, Nevada, where he practices exclusively in Trusts and Estates. He is the founding president of the Probate Bar Association of Washoe County and the past president of the Estate Planning Council of Northern Nevada. He is the past Chairman of the State Bar of Nevada Probate and Trust Section.. Mr. Clark has maintained the coveted AV rating for practicing attorneys for 18 years, is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys, and has over 36 years of experience in Trusts and Estates, having been a trust officer prior to attending law school.. Mr. Clark received his B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1974 and graduated from the McGeorge School of Law in 1979. He was a law clerk for District Judge Hon. William N. Forman, now retired, and was an Adjunct Professor of Business Law, at the University of Nevada in Reno for several years.. Mr. Clark presently serves as a Nevada Supreme Court Settlement Judge, in addition to his trusts and estates law practice.

In addition to being a criminal defense attorney of 36 years, I sit as a Judge Pro Tem in Reno, NV. I handle cases all over the State of Nevada. In addition, I am the former the Chair of the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education and am the Chair of the Solo and Small Practice Section of the State Bar of Nevada. I handle everything from dui cases to murder cases. You will only speak with me about your case and never a paralegal. I accept payment plans and do not charge interest. I take on only a limited number of cases to ensure you have the attention you need and deserve.

Immediately after completing his undergraduate studies, Mr. Arger worked in finance at Morgan Stanley and Dexia Credit Local in New York City. After nearly three years in Manhattan, he moved to Napa Valley and served as the Director of Sales & Marketing at Arger-Martucci Vineyards. While working at his family’s winery, Mr. Arger simultaneously attended graduate school, earning dual Juris Doctorate (JD) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees from the University of San Francisco. He graduated with honors in his JD concentration on corporate and commercial law, and graduated first in his MBA class. Prior to joining Robertson, Johnson, Miller & Williamson, Mr. Arger served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Justice James W. Hardesty of the Nevada Supreme Court.. Mr. Arger’s community involvement includes volunteer legal consultation in several land use and environmental causes. In his personal life, Mr. Arger enjoys outdoor activities that include skiing, trail running, and surfing in addition to his passion for traveling abroad.

If you need legal representation in southern or northern Nevada, Attorney Santos is Board certified in Workers' Compensation by the State Bar of Nevada and handles cases throughout Nevada in the areas of Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, Entertainment Law, Immigration, Criminal and Civil Law, Wills, General Consulting.  Trust that help and personal attention is only a phone call away.. Atty. Santos is a licensed attorney in good standing in Nevada, Utah, the United States Supreme Court, United States Circuit Court (9th and 10th Circuit Courts of Appeals), and the United States District Courts for Nevada and Utah.  An active member of the Nevada Justice Association, he has testified in the Nevada Legislature regarding worker's compensation law and been published in legal literature regarding workplace injuries.  He also is a member of the Federalist Society and the American Association for Justice.. Atty. Santos has handled small to large injury cases against the largest insurance companies ranging from motor vehicle accidents and premises liability cases to complex industrial work accident injuries under Nevada law, NRS 616C (including but not limited to cervical spinal injuries, thoracic spinal injuries, lumbar spinal injuries, head and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) (Concussion), knee, hip, elbow and shoulder injuries; NRS 617 diseases such as Regional Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), otherwise known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, repetitive motion disease, lung disease and heart disease claims.)  He also represents people injured due to adverse affects from vaccinations.  He successfully represented a client injured in the nationally covered Mizpah Hotel fire in Reno, Nevada.  His legal career is highlighted by the significant precedent setting case:  Flamingo Hilton v. Gilbert,122 Nev. 1279, 148 P.3rd. 738 (2006).. Atty. Santos has also advised businesses, corporations, entertainers, and politicians.. Let Attorney Santos pursue your legal rights.  Call for a consultation or go to his website for more information.

I'm a trial lawyer with a long background in Nevada law and I've fought for justice for my clients in Nevada courts for more than 36 years.. I have an extensive background in serious injury cases and I've handled many wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases in my career working on behalf of Nevada injury victims.. My firm handles all injury cases, both large and small, and prides itself on fair and excellent service. When you come to my firm, you meet with me and I handle your case with the support of an experienced and friendly staff and a network of consultants including nurses, doctors, and investigators.. I came to Nevada in 1988 and worked for five years under the supervision of former Nevada Governor, Robert List, at what was then Beckley, Singleton, DeLanoy, Jemison and List. (Beckley, Singleton merged with Lewis and Roca in 2008). I later served as Managing Shareholder of Barber, Klearman and Associates.  Since 2005, I've been the Managing Shareholder of Steven J. Klearman & Associates, a civil litigation law firm located in Reno, Nevada, and I practice primarily in the area of injury law. I've handled more than 2000 injury cases and my firm is constantly involved in fighting out cases within the Nevada court system.. I was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. I studied as a fellowship student of Mandarin Chinese in Taipei, Taiwan (and got to live in Taipei for more than a year) before I earned my B.A.,magna cum laude, from the University of Missouri.. Then I studied international law at the University of Notre Dame’s Concannon Programme of International Law in London (and lived in London for more than a year) before I received my J.D. from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis.. I completed Harvard Law School’s mediator training course in 2000.  I was subsequently appointed as a mediator in the United States District Court, District for Nevada.  I am also a court-appointed arbitrator in the Washoe County District Court system and regularly hear cases and make decisions with jurisdiction up to $50, plus fees and costs.. My articles on various aspects of law have appeared in publications both in the U.S. and abroad, including The Nevada Lawyer and The Federal Bar News and Journal. My first Nevada legal guide, Elements of Nevada Legal Theories (now in its 15h Anniversary Fourth Edition), is considered by many to be a definitive guide to Nevada law; it is widely used by Nevada judges and attorneys.  I've also published three other legal guides: Nevada Statutes of Limitation, Nevada Evidence Law, and Nevada Rules of Civil Procedure.. I've been an active member of the State Bar since I became licensed.  I've served as Vice-Chair of the Nevada State Bar’s Northern Nevada Disciplinary Board and I was a member, for many years, of Nevada’s Medical Screening Panel and Nevada’s Revised Jury Instruction Committee. I was also the long-time Chair of the Nevada State Bar’s Consumer Protection Committee.. Nevada's my home and I'm happy to be here. I'm a hiker, a cyclist and a snowboarder and my wife and I love to four-wheel throughout Nevada when we have time.... If you've been injured in an accident, come see what sets our firm apart...

I was born and raised in Reno, Nevada, and went to law school at Willamette College of Law in Salem, Oregon. Prior to passing the Nevada Bar, I interned for Judge Berry in Washoe County, and was a law clerk for Judge Russell in Carson City, and Judge Gregory in Douglas County. After passing the Nevada Bar, I became a criminal Deputy District Attorney in Carson City, and now practice family law and criminal defense with Barber Law Group.