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Las Vegas Defense Group was voted "Best Criminal Defense Firm Gold Winner" for 2018 and 2017 in Las Vegas Review-Journal's annual Best of Las Vegas.. Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Michael Castillo began his legal career as an extern with the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, where he learned up close how the prosecution operates. Now he can anticipate their stategies in order to provide a more proactive defense for his clients.. Michael Castillo's practice extends to both the trial and appellate levels, and he has experience in all areas of criminal defense law including traffic tickets, DUI, drug offenses such as drug possession, and sex crimes such as sexual assault such as lewdness with a child and open and gross lewdness.. Michael Castillo usually achieves favorable case resolutions (such as charge reductions or dismissals in criminal defense cases or hefty settlements in personal injury cases) without having to go to trial. But if trial is necessary, he is an experienced courtroom attorney with "not guilty" verdicts to his credit.. Mr. Castillo is a member of the American Bar Association and the Clark County Bar Association. The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys recognized him as a Top 10 attorney in Nevada, and the National Trial Lawyers recognized him as a Top 100 attorney in Nevada. He represents clients all throughout Nevada.

Jeffrey S. Posin & Associates was founded in Las Vegas in 1997 by attorney Jeffrey S. Posin, Esq.  The goal of our firm is simple – we strive to provide outstanding legal services at an affordable cost.  The attorneys and staff at Jeffrey S. Posin & Associates strive to provide each one of our clients with personalized service, superior representation, and individualized attention.  The chief complaint any attorney receives is usually associated with the client’s frustration by the difficulties associated with trying to contact their attorney.  While no firm can be perfect and answer calls 100% of the time, our policy is to take all incoming calls if we are available, and if we are not available at the time a client calls, we strive to return any phone calls we receive by the close of business.  We understand how important client contact is, and we are committed to providing excellent client service.

Christopher served as a warfighter with the 82nd Airborne Division in the Kandahar and the eastern provinces of Afghanistan. He continues to defend the Constitution with equal rigor as a criminal defense practitioner.

Las Vegas Defense Group attorney Seth Strickland practices criminal defense in Nevada. He has great success in convincing prosecutors to dismiss or substantially lessen charges without a trial. Seth earned his J.D. from the William S. Boyd School of Law.

Las Vegas Defense Group's newest recruit, criminal defense attorney Evan Wozniak fights to get our clients' charges reduced to lesser offenses or dismissed completely. And he can usually achieve favorable resolutions without the time and expense of extensive litigation and trials. Evan earned his J.D. from UNLV's Boyd School of Law.

Las Vegas Defense Group’s newest recruit, Nevada criminal defense attorney Naomi Muhamed earned her J.D. from UNLV’s Boyd School of Law, where she served in the Kids' Court School program and made the Dean's List. She also excelled as a law clerk at Legal Aid of Southern Nevada.

Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Kevin Coburn has an excellent record of getting our clients’ charges reduce or dismissed. He earned his J.D. from the University of Dayton.

Orlando De Castroverde is a seasoned Las Vegas personal injury attorney and co-founder of De Castroverde Accident & Injury Lawyers with his brother Alex. He stands at the forefront of a dynamic legal journey spanning over two decades.. Orlando has been instrumental in the firm's remarkable evolution, propelling it from three attorneys to a formidable team of over 20 lawyers and more than 100 support staff.. His academic pursuits underscore a commitment to excellence, graduating with Magna Cum Laude honors and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Mississippi in 2000. During law school, Orlando earned the American Juris Prudence Award in three courses. He secured the highest Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) score in Nevada for the 2000 Nevada State Bar Exam.. Post-law school, Orlando's legal acumen flourished during his tenure as a law clerk for District Court Judge Lee Gates, followed by collaboration with his father, attorney Waldo De Castroverde (1941-2014).. Orlando and his dedicated team assist individuals harmed by car accidents, slips and falls, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, and other incidents rooted in negligence or wrongful acts, securing substantial compensation for clients across Nevada.Beyond his legal commitments, Orlando is deeply engaged in the Southern Nevada community.. He serves on the Nevada Justice Association's membership committee and as a Guardian of Justice. He also holds a position on the Board of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Department Foundation, actively contributing to fundraising initiatives benefiting the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the broader community.. Orlando De Castroverde's trajectory, marked by academic distinction, legal prowess, and community dedication, positions him as a highly respected Las Vegas personal injury lawyer.. De Castroverde Accident & Injury Lawyers remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering justice and providing exceptional legal representation.

I've been practicing for over 30 years. I have handled virtually every type of criminal case. I won a case in front of the United States Supreme Court. I was able to get a death sentence reversed, I have represented  several lawyers and Dr's on DUI cases. None of my lawyer and/or Dr. clients have ever been convicted of a DUI. I also represented a Dr on a sexual assault case and had it dismissed.. I then represented a Dr. that was accused of murder for allegedly casuing a patient overdose that resulted in , with several experts,I was able to show this was not was able to convince the Clark County Coroner to chenge his opinion,which is almost unheard of. Finally I was able to get his murder case dismissed with prejudice,which means the state can never file another murder case based on these facts.. I've lectured at many seminars,in Nevada and several other states teaching other laywers how to practice law. I am also very active in the Nevada stae bar the antional association of Criminal Defense lawyers and  the Stae Affliate, the Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice, (WhichI helped found). Also, I am an accomplished musician.. I play the piano and harmonica.. I have performed at many bar also performed at a wedding with the rock group, April Wine. I have written a musical about law school. It is called 'the Writs of Spring" It features such songs a 'the Law School Blues" ,"I Wanna be. a punk lawyer" and the Well Hung Jury Bike Gang Theme Song"

Jess practices primarily in criminal defense and personal injury.. Jess has the passion, knowledge and experience to represent those accused of committing crimes.  After volunteering and serving a 2-year commitment with AmeriCorps in Hawaii (a domesticated version of the Peace Corps), Jess was compelled to help those who could not help themselves.  After graduating law school, Jess moved from Michigan to Las Vegas.  He was selected as an extern with the Office of the Attorney General; a highly competitive and sought-after position.  After passing the bar, Jess worked as a court appointed attorney for the Las Vegas Municipal Courts and represented indigent clients charged with crimes committed in the City of Las Vegas. After gaining invaluable experience as a public attorney, Jess worked as the main defense attorney at one of Las Vegas’ largest DUI law offices.. Jess personally has handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases which include, but is not limited to; DUI, traffic, domestic battery, simple battery, battery with substantial bodily harm, battery strangulation, battery with use of a deadly weapon, battery on an officer, burglary, robbery, vehicular crimes causing death, murder, child abuse & neglect, assault, coercion, conspiracy, attempt charges, evading, resisting arrest, solicitation, juvenile crimes, drug charges, possession charges, fraud, petit larceny, grand larceny, embezzlement, TPO violations, bad checks, casino markers, cheating at gambling and sex crimes.. Jess has the ability and experience to negotiate your case to a favorable resolution or litigate your case with numerous bench and jury trials under his belt.

I was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. At the core of my practice is a simple belief: everyone deserves a fair chance. Whether you’re facing misdemeanor charges or severe criminal allegations, I am committed to providing unwavering representation that prioritizes your rights, your story, and your future. My goal is to bring hope and dignity to every case, no matter how bleak it may seem.

Emily Strand is a Deputy Public Defender at the Office of the Clark County Public Defender in Las Vegas Nevada. Prior to passing the bar, Emily received her law degree from the William S. Boyd School of Law and received dual bachelor's degrees in psychology and sociology from the University of Portland.

I have been practicing law in Las Vegas since 1996.  I have argued everything from traffic citations to Capital Murder cases.  I practice in both State and Federal Court.  I have been a mentor in the Southern District of Nevada for over 15 years to young attorneys who desire to join the CJA Panel for federal court in Nevada.  I also have argued before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. Additionally, I sit as a Judge (Referee) for Traffic Matters in Justice Court for Las Vegas.

I am a partner in the law firm of Bailus Cook & Kelesis, Ltd.  Although the firm maintains a general law practice with emphasis on taxation and commercial litigation, business, corporate, criminal tax law and "white collar" crimes, I practice primarily in the areas of complex civil and criminal litigation and appeals (state and federal). Having demonstrated a high degree of peer recognition and professional competence, placing me in the top 10% of all attorneys in the United States, I have been accepted as a member of "Lawyers of Distinction." I am rated "AV Preeminent" by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating for both legal abiilty and ethical standards.  I have also been recognized as one of "America's Most Honored Professionals" (top 5%) by Martindale-Hubbell.