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Wyatt Herbst is an attorney focusing his practice in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and probate. His driving purpose, both in life and as an attorney, is to have a positive impact on the world through passion, persistence, and perseverance.. Mr. Herbst attended the University of Nevada, Reno – graduating in 2011 with a B.A. in Sociology, minoring in Political Science. He was awarded a Juris Doctorate by Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2014, graduating cum laude in two and a half years. During his time in law school, he was a recipient of the Thomas Jefferson merit scholarship for being in the top 5% of his law school class.. Wyatt is also been a real estate agent with EXP and has been an active agent since August 2015, and is a member of the American Bar Association and San Diego County Bar Association.. Through honest, straightforward opinions and advice, Mr. Herbst strives to secure the best possible results for his clients. He finds true success in making his client’s lives better, both by helping them through troubling times and helping them avoid legal troubles in the future.. Outside of work, Mr. Herbst is a volunteer pop warner football coach, and enjoys backpacking, hiking, camping in the woods, playing volleyball, wake surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, slacklining, rock climbing, and going on adventures.

Thomas E. Viloria is a founding partner in the firm Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P., where he practices primarily in the area of criminal defense.  His emphasis in criminal defense is representing those accused of serious felonies, murder, DUI resulting in death or injury, drug offenses, sex crimes, domestic battery and DUI's.  As one of the most experienced trial lawyers in the firm, Mr. Viloria is also involved in representing select clients in personal injury and wrongful death matters.   He is licensed to practice law before all courts of Nevada and California.. As one of the founding partners in the firm, Mr. Viloria has extensive experience in defending people accused of crimes.  He has tried in excess of 75 cases to jury and in excess of 100 trials before a judge.  He also handles select serious peronal injury cases and has recovered  millions of dollars for those injured in motor vehicle accidents  and wrongful death cases. Known for his trial preparation and presence in the courtroom, Mr. Viloria was a member of the Major Violator's unit of the Washoe County District Attorney's Office, and was assigned to murder and death penalty cases. Acknowledged by one District Court Judge as, "one of the very best prosecutors in the country…," Mr. Viloria brings his considerable trial skills on behalf of each client he represents.. Mr. Viloria has lectured at seminars for judges, lawyers, paralegals and high school students. He was a featured speaker on Evidence at the Nevada District Court Judges’ annual conference. Mr. Viloria is a former instructor at Truckee Meadows Community College. He was an extension instructor at the University of California, Berkeley, California State University, Stanislaus, and the University of Nevada, Reno. Mr. Viloria prepared the course materials and taught at the Reno-Sparks Police Academy in the areas of Search and Seizure, Laws of Arrest, and Crimes Against the Person.. Mr. Viloria is a member of the Washoe County Bar Association, Nevada Justice Association, American Association for Justice and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Theresa Ristenpart is an experienced trial attorney with over a decade of litigation in both civil and criminal matters.  She is known for her aggressive and innovative trial strategies and winning difficult cases. Theresa incorporates the latest technology, utilizing 3D graphic animations and PowerPoints for closing arguments.. Theresa Ristenpart has been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, 9th Circuit Appellate Court, and the Nevada State Bar.. In addition to her criminal defense trial work, Theresa Ristenpart is a senior adviser to the U.S. State Department for international projects, teaching judges, lawyers, and law enforcement officials from all over the world.  She is an adjunct professor at University of Reno, Nevada where she teaches legal writing and research.. Ms. Ristenpart is the faculty academic adviser for the university mock trial team and presents continuing legal education courses with the State Bar of Nevada.. Theresa Ristenpart has lived in the Middle East and Southeast Asia working with international rule of law programs by teaching local national attorneys legal trial skills.

The Reno Law Offices of Rajinder K. Rai-Nielsen, represents injured people, both those hurt on the job and those injured through the neglect of others. We regularly appear in courts throughout Northern Nevada, including those in Washoe, Humboldt, Pershing, Churchill, Storey, Lyon, and Nye Counties.. Our legal team has developed strong relationships with the other attorneys, clerks and judges in Reno. Our commitment to justice and understanding of the system allows us to represent clients without wasting time or resources.. Our firm includes an experienced injury lawyer supported by a team of staff members who have the knowledge, skills, and dedication to ensure that you are treated with fairness.. We have focused on improving our operations and delivery of service. We have earned a reputation for honesty, loyalty, and a passion for making sure that negligent parties are held accountable when they cause injuries to others. As a result, you can expect outstanding customer service and effective legal representation.. Our team understands that this isn’t just another injury case, it’s your life. The personal injury lawyer you choose to represent you can mean the difference between little or no money and regaining your financial stability so you can get your life back on track.. Meet the injury team who can make a difference in your case.

The Law Office of Jason D. Guinasso, Ltd., is a law firm dedicated to advocacy and defense of employer’s rights.As an emerging voice for employers, insurers and third party administrators in Nevada, our firm has earned a strong reputation in the legal and business community for providing excellent legal work, sound judgment and results that typically exceed the expectations of our clients. In addition to providing aggressive litigation representation before the Northern and Southern Nevada Hearing Officers and Appeals Officers, District Court Judges and the Nevada Supreme Court, the Firm provides comprehensive individual case review, analysis, and recommendations. In this regard, we collaborate with Human Resources Professionals, claims examiners and employer representatives to develop and implement sound strategies that address each situation. We are committed to understanding the nature of your business, the economic and legal environment your business operates within, and the issues at hand so we can provide you with the insightful, practical and effective legal representation. As a firm focused on employment and labor law, we work closely with HR Professionals to protect the rights and reputation of your business. We have experience assisting Human Resources professionals and the employers and employees they serve with a variety of issues. One of the most valuable services the firm provides its clients is to identify potential costly legal problems and provide advice that will help reduce or avoid exposure to legal liability. In most cases we handle, a business lesson can be learned. “What could have done differently to avoid the litigation in the first place?” Hindsight is 20/20 and history normally provides valuable lessons. We use our experience and knowledge to provide our clients with training, strategic advice, and advocacy. We are dedicated to preserving the integrity of your business. We stay informed and well versed in the dynamic and ever changing laws and regulations imposed upon employers and their insurers to provide sound legal advice, quality service, zealous advocacy and effective representation.

Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile on Avvo. After obtaining my Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon in 1984 I have practiced law in Northern Nevada for over 30 years and focus on real property law, commercial litigation, and creditor’s rights in bankruptcy. Currently, I serve as counsel to over two hundred fifty homeowners associations throughout Northern Nevada. The associations I represent vary in size from four units to as large as 6,000 and are concentrated in the Northern Nevada area. I provide all aspects of legal services upon request to my associations including interpretation of governing documents and applicable local, state and federal laws; guidance and training to Boards of Directors in connection with running a non-profit common-interest community; developer transition; collection of delinquent assessments; filing and responding to Intervention Affidavits with the Nevada Real Estate Division; all forms of litigation including Alternative Dispute Resolution, complaints in front of the Fair Housing Division of HUD, Small Claims Court, Justice Court, District Court, the Nevada Supreme Court and United States District Court of Nevada; and assistance in collections, liens and foreclosures. I also represent numerous companies in connection with commercial contracts and litigation arising from those contracts. As a result of my representation of associations and parties to contracts, I represent their interests in bankruptcy court. I have also served as a court-appointed trustee for a debtor.

Steve Hess owns and manages the law office of Steve M. Hess Attorney at Law. For more than 30 years, Hess has successfully represented clients in personal injury, family law and criminal law.. As a Reno Personal Injury Attorney, I am willing to take on insurance companies, and also go toe to toe when a large corporation is at fault. Fighting on behalf of my clients is all I do. I will solve your problems by getting you as much compensation as I can, as quickly as I can.

Stephen R. Harris is a highly experienced attorney with a career spanning over four decades, primarily in Chapter 11 business bankruptcy. His journey into law began in Las Vegas during his teenage years, where he worked for James E. Rogers, Esq., whose mentorship inspired Steve to pursue a legal career. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California and his law degree from the University of San Diego, becoming a licensed Nevada attorney in 1974.Steve began his career at the Federal Public Defender’s office in Reno, where he developed his courtroom skills, achieving seven acquittals in eight jury trials. In 1976, he entered private practice and soon shifted his focus to bankruptcy law, guided by U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Bert Goldwater. Since then, Steve has been involved in over 1,000 Chapter 11 cases, 5,000 Chapter 7 cases, and 400 Chapter 13 cases, representing debtors, trustees, and creditors.Steve’s passion lies in helping individuals and businesses overcome financial challenges. He often counsels clients on alternatives to bankruptcy or the optimal timing for filing, ensuring their best interests are prioritized. His strategic approach and commitment to client success have solidified his reputation as a leader in bankruptcy law.

Robert Kilby was born in Wilmington, Delaware and has been a resident of Nevada since 2000.  He obtained his legal education at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California, receiving his Juris Doctor degree and graduating cum laude in May 2000.  He received numerous honors while attending law school, including the American Jurisprudence Bancroft Whitney Award for his excellence in Contracts, as well as being a Senior Editor for the Thomas Jefferson School of Law, Law Review.. Robert Kilby is admitted to practice law in the State of Nevada, and all of its courts, both state and federal and is a member of the State Bar of Nevada and Nevada Justice Association.. Robert Kilby has devoted his career to representing individuals with disabilities and cases pursuant to the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), as well as representing injured persons with workers’ compensation and accident/injury claims.

Robert J. Drakulich is a trial lawyer and partner at THE DRAKULICH FIRM, APLC, with offices in San Diego, California and Reno, Nevada. Mr. Drakulich’s primary practice is in the areas of product liability, personal injury, medical device / pharmaceutical drug mass torts, class actions, nursing home abuse, airplane/helicopter crash, business litigation, and mesothelioma/asbestos cases. Mr. Drakulich is licensed to practice law in California, Nevada, Minnesota, and Washington D.C. and has an appellate practice in the Ninth and Second Circuit.. Mr. Drakulich has actively participated as a member of the trial team on several multi-million-dollar cases. Together with his father, Mr. Drakulich has helped attain hundreds of millions of dollars for the firm’s mass tort clients. In addition to his work on the firm’s mass tort practice, Mr. Drakulich has also helped secure substantial verdicts and settlements on behalf of the firm’s single event cases, collectively resulting in over 40 million dollars.. Mr. Drakulich has been honored to be an invited speaker at over twenty legal seminars across the country, including the last five years at the prestigious Annual Class Action / Complex Litigation Symposium held in New Orleans, Louisiana regarding the topics of federal preemption, the intersection of science and law, and the new standards for personal jurisdiction. Mr. Drakulich has also been an invited speaker at numerous HarrisMartin MDL Conferences, including in San Diego, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Napa, Chicago, Seattle, St. Louis, New York, and Washington D.C., speaking on emerging tort litigation and other specialized topics in complex litigation.. Mr. Drakulich is grateful for the awards and distinctions that he has received throughout his career, including: the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40, Super Lawyers Rising Star in both California and Nevada, AVVO’s highest rating of “Superb” (10.0 out of 10), and America’s Top 100 Attorneys Lifetime Achievement Award.. Mr. Drakulich graduated (cum laude) from the University of San Diego School of Law. Before entering law school, Mr. Drakulich was a high school teacher, tennis coach and a working artist. He graduated (cum laude) with a B.A. degree from the College of Creative Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Mr. Drakulich endeavors to employ his creative skills and teaching background in law. Much like art, when handling a client’s case, Mr. Drakulich looks at it from every angle, reduces it to the simplest form and tries to think of the most compelling method to convey it to an audience.

Richard is an accredited VA attorney with over 25 years of Elder-Care law experience. His private law practice emphasizes creating effective estate plans for his clients utilizing a variety of tools and techniques, including revocable and irrevocable trusts and specialized Eldercare Wills. He is highly skilled in assisting clients in qualifying for and receiving Medicaid and the Veterans’ Aid & Attendance benefit.. Richard received his bachelor of arts degree from Reed College in Portland, Oregon. He received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon and his Master of Business Administration for the Atkinson Graduate School of Management.. In addition to membership in these organizations, Richard has a broad professional background ranging from working as general counsel for a financial services firm to work in some of the largest law firms in the State of widely acclaimed speaker, Richard is a frequent lecturer to the public and professionals on estate, Medicaid, asset protection and tax planning matters.. Rich lives in Washoe Valley. In his free time, he enjoys hiking in the desert with his dogs and Powerlifting.

Rafael Mariano is a licensed Nevada lawyer specializing in workers’ compensation with 22 years of experience in the legal field. Mr. Mariano formed Mariano & Associates, PLLC, after approximately 8 years of litigation experience at a law firm in Reno, Nevada. There, he worked primarily on workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. Previous to that, Mr. Mariano worked as a paralegal in Reno, Nevada for 9 years, and became a licensed Nevada attorney in 2015. Mr. Mariano is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.. Mr. Mariano received his law degree from the Catholic University of Santos – School of Law in December 2000, with his thesis in international law. In 2004, he completed a Post Graduation lato sensu in Labor Law at the Catholic University of Santos – School of Law.. Mr. Mariano received his license to practice law in Brazil in 2001 and practiced law in Brazil as a senior associate until 2005 for a renowned law firm in the state of São Paulo, practicing in the areas of labor and civil law. During this period, Mr. Mariano won a landmark suit against the state of São Paulo and later the Brazilian Federal Government to ensure the gratuitous distribution of the insulin Lantus to diabetics.. In 2012, Professor David B. Wilkins from Harvard Law School, Dean Frank D. Durand from William S. Boyd School of Law, and the State Bar of Nevada certified that Mr. Mariano’s legal education in Brazil is functionally equivalent to the legal education received by an American Bar Association accredited law school.. Mr. Mariano was a member of the Advisory Committee for the paralegal program at the Career College of Northern Nevada (“CCNN”) from 2010 through 2014, was an instructor in the paralegal program at CCNN from 2010 to 2011, served as a board member of the Mount View Montessori School from 2018 through 2020, and is a member in good standing of the Nevada Justice Association.

R. Shawn Oliphant is a founding partner of the firm Fahrendorf, Viloria, Oliphant & Oster L.L.P., and is the head of the firm's Civil Litigation, Business Litigation, and Financial Institution groups.. Mr. Oliphant represents developers, land owners, contractors, engineers and architects in all aspects of real estate and construction law from property entitlements, contract formation, property disputes, to mechanic lien foreclosures. Mr. Oliphant regularly represents design professionals in complex multi-million dollar construction cases and serves as panel counsel for a large number of insurance companies for construction defect and professional negligence claims. Mr. Oliphant also represents Homeowner Associations in all aspects of common interest community matters and represents the largest HOA in Northern Nevada. Mr. Oliphant’s leadership in development and construction is reflected in the firm’s clients, which make up the who’s who in Northern Nevada’s real property development and design professional industry. Mr. Oliphant has served as a key note speaker and lecturer on a variety of construction law topics for the Builders Association of Northern Nevada, the American Institute of Architects, and the Nevada Association of Land Surveyors.. Mr. Oliphant leads the firm’s business litigation group and routinely handles complex business litigation matters. Mr. Oliphant also helps his business clients with drafting contracts, collecting on unpaid accounts, and resolving disputes with other businesses. His efforts with his business clients make him a critical component to many successful businesses in Nevada.. Mr. Oliphant has vast experience in collection matters for contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals. He has put his experience in debt collection to work for his clients and has recovered millions of dollars in unpaid invoices and collection of judgments. The firm utilizes internal investigation and external bank account searches and private investigators to track down and collect unpaid invoices and judgements on behalf of his clients.. Mr. Oliphant has successfully represented community financial institutions through complex foreclosure and collection cases, often securing multi-million dollar deficiency judgements following foreclosure. Examples of claims Mr. Oliphant has represented financial institutions on include actions for breach of loan agreements, commercial collections, foreclosures, creditors’ rights in bankruptcy, loan participation disputes, construction loan disputes, Uniform Commercial Code disputes, lenders liability claims, breach of contract and fiduciary duty claims, mechanic’s liens and priority issues and loan workouts. Mr. Oliphant has also successfully represented community financial institutions in prosecuting claims against title insurance and escrow companies who have failed to perform their duties to the financial institution.. Mr. Oliphant is a native norther Nevadan and received his bachelor degree in Business Administration with distinction from the University of Nevada. Mr. Oliphant attended law school at the University of Arizona where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and Order of the Coif, and served on the Law Review Editorial Board. Mr. Oliphant’s law review Note encouraging the legalization of gaming advertisements was published in the University of Arizona Law review and has been cited and followed in United States Supreme Court cases and law review articles.

Providing clients with personal and professional representation is my highest priority. I take the time to listen to my clients to developing an understanding of who what their needs  and goals are in order to provide the best possible representation.

PRACTICE AREAS. Commercial and Business LitigationBusiness Negotiations and Dispute ResolutionsContracts and Commercial TransactionsReal Estate TransactionsBusiness Entity Formation, Support, and LitigationConstruction Defect Litigation and Pre-Litigation RequirementsAppellate Practice. EXPERIENCE. Courtney Forster is a shareholder admitted to the state bars of Nevada and California, along with all federal courts in both states. She has represented a wide variety of clients from Nevada, California, and across the country. Ms. Forster’s clientele includes individuals, business owners, commercial and residential property developers, homeowners, tenants, contractors, real estate brokers and agents, among many others.. Ms. Forster has appeared in both state and federal court, including at the appellate level, across Nevada and California.  Ms. Forster has represented clients in several jury and non-jury trials, arbitrations, and mediations. She is the author of numerous published articles on topics that affect individuals and business alike, including personal liability shields and construction defect reform, and has presented educational seminars to non-lawyer professional organizations. Ms. Forster firmly believes in working with her clients to achieve the best outcome of their legal scenarios in a manner that is both high-quality and efficient.. PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT. Ms. Forster serves on the board of directors for Mariposa Dual Language Academy, a dual language charter school in Reno, Nevada, and on the board of directors for the Prospectors’ Club. Ms. Forster previously served on of the board of directors for the Crisis Call Center from 2009 to 2016, including two terms as President. She is also the co-founder and past President of the Northern Nevada University of Oregon Alumni Association and a member of The Prospector’s Club and the Washoe County Bar Association.. EDUCATION. Notre Dame Law School, University of Notre Dame: Juris Doctorate, 2007. Recipient of the Notre Dame Fellowship scholarship.Robert D. Clark Honors College, University of Oregon: Bachelor of Arts, 2004. Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa.. ADMITTED TO PRACTICE. Nevada and California. ACHIEVEMENTS AND RECOGNITION. Mountain States Rising Star (awarded by Thompson Reuters Super Lawyers)20 Under 40 Award (awarded by Reno Gazette-Journal and Young Professionals Network)Voted Top 3 Attorneys in Northern Nevada (published in the Reno News & Review)Nevada’s Legal Elite (awarded by Nevada Business Magazine)AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbel

Patrick received a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Insurance from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 2010.. Patrick routinely helps individuals and businesses who are having issues with their insurance company. He also has extensive experience with personal injury, auto accidents, complex tort, and class actions.. Patrick Leverty is rated AV by Martindale Hubbell (the highest rating), and has been granted membership in the Million Dollar Advocate Forum, and Multi Million Dollar Advocate Forum.. Patrick is a graduate of the National Institue of Trial Advocacy Trial Skills and Deposition Programs.. Patrick Leverty joined the firm in the fall of 2004.  Prior to joining the firm, he served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Janet Berry in the Second Judicial District Court in Reno.. Patrick is married with two children. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, swimming and skiing.

On a personal note, Kevin and Tricia have two beautiful young children, with whom they spend nearly all of their free time. Kevin is an avid fan and booster of University of Nevada athletics. Go Wolf Pack! Kevin grew up in Zephyr Cove, Nevada and considers himself a true native Nevadan.

Norma Allred Guariglia is an accomplished attorney licensed in Nevada, focusing on bankruptcy law and representing clients in chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13. She also handles debtor-creditor disputes, business matters, divorce, and estate planning. Norma graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno, in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in accounting. Her exceptional CPA exam performance earned her recognition from the Nevada Society of Certified Public Accountants.Norma pursued her law degree at Mitchell Hamline School of Law while working full-time as a paralegal for Harris Law Practice LLC. She graduated summa cum laude in 2022, ranking in the top 5% of her class. During law school, she served on the Mitchell Hamline Law Review and received multiple awards for academic excellence. Today, she shares her expertise as an adjunct professor of bankruptcy law at Mitchell Hamline.With nearly three decades of experience in legal and financial roles, Norma offers clients a unique blend of knowledge and practical insight. A native of Costa Rica, she has called Washoe County home for 30 years. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and relaxing with her favorite shows.

My name is Sean Patterson.  I am a Bankruptcy Attorney in Reno, Nevada.. I have been practicing bankruptcy for 19 years.  In that time, I have helped thousands of people with their debt problems.  I have helped people save their homes, businesses, and other imporatant assets.. You can hire my office for as little as $100 down.   Payment plans are available to all clients.  Once hired, we take all the harassing creditor phone calls and keep people off your back.  If you get sued, we try and stop the lawsuit or file the bankruptcy to keep you from being garnished.. In your first consult, we look at your income and expenses to determine what type of bankruptcy you are:  Chapter 7--liquidation bankruptcy, Chapter 13--reorganization.. I pride myself on returning my client's phone calls and e-mails.   The answers to your legal questions are important.. Sean

My name is Ken Stover, and I have spent the last 19 years working on criminal cases. I was a prosecuting attorney for four years, and I have been defending the rights of people who were accused of crimes for 15 years. I understand what you are up against, and I will protect your rights and your future.. "Defense attorneys are the gatekeepers of justice." — Ken Stover. It's true. The prosecution's job is to get a conviction. My job is to see that justice is served on your behalf. During my time as a prosecutor, I watched as many people who had been arrested, were treated unfairly by the courts. I became a defense attorney to prevent that from happening.

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. 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.