Litigation cases in Las Vegas typically range from 6 to 30 months from filing to resolution, depending on complexity, court schedules, and settlement likelihood.
Las Vegas Court Backlog
The estimated backlog of active litigation cases in Clark County courts fluctuates between 400 and 1,500, reflecting seasonal and systemic variations.
Litigation Las Vegas Filing Volume
Monthly new litigation filings in Las Vegas are estimated between 200 and 350, based on recent court statistics and public reporting.
Litigation Case Outcomes
Approximately 25% of disputes resolve pre-litigation, 40% after filing but before trial, and around 10% succeed at trial, with outcomes varying by case type and representation.
Garrett Chase is an attorney in the Las Vegas area experienced in real property and lien litigation, contract disputes, commercial litigation, and appellate advocacy. Garrett grew up in Montana, did his undergraduate studies in Seattle, and came to Vegas to work at a small software company. Garrett's background in engineering and physics give him a unique perspective on problem-solving. Before becoming an attorney, Garrett worked in the software industry in a variety of roles, including projects for Microsoft and Google. Through these experiences, Garrett honed his organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and verbal and written communication skills before even attending law school.. During his time at the UNLV-Boyd School of Law, Garrett excelled at trial advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation/mediation courses. Garrett's work landed him on the UNLV moot court team, where he received awards for written and oral advocacy in local competitions, where Garrett was awarded Best Oral Advocate, as well as the national Duberstein moot court competition, the largest single-facility moot court competition in the country, where Garrett and his teammates took 2nd place out of 60 teams and received an award for Outstanding Appellate Brief. Garrett also received a CALI award for excellence in Boyd's Opening Statements and Closing Arguments course. Outside of class, Garrett participated in community service organizations and was awarded the Outstanding Community Service Student Award for his work in the Guardianship community law class. Garrett also participated in other organizations, including the J. Reuben Clark Law Society, in which Garrett served as the Secretary. At the end of Garrett's time in law school, he interned with the Clark County District Attorney's Office, where he had the opportunity to advocate at sentencing and preliminary hearings.. Garrett authored a historical article about the Black Lives Matter Movement that was published in the Nevada Law Journal and has been cited by various authorities. Garrett also was selected to appear on EmotionTrac's podcast, Latte with a Lawyer to highlight is professional background and practice. When Garrett isn't in the courtroom or his Las Vegas office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, adventuring, and watching movies.
Practice Areas: Lawsuits & Disputes, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation
Jason Lather was born and raised in the tropical US territory of Guam. After graduating high school there, he enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania, where he was part of the second class ever of the prestigious Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business. Jason graduated from Penn with degrees in Business from the Wharton School and International Studies from the College of Arts & Sciences.. After returning to Guam for one year to fulfill his scholarship obligation, Jason found his way to Northern Nevada. He met Oksana, the love of his life, and they both moved to Reno to pursue educational and employment opportunities. Jason received his Masters of Business Administration degree from the University of Nevada-Reno while working in several industries, including gaming and distribution/logistics. He then discovered the small but interesting field of community management. Jason was one of the top community managers in Northern Nevada for five years, but he realized that he enjoyed one aspect of his job more than any other: THE LAW.. In 2008, Jason applied to one school, UNLV-Boyd School of Law. He was accepted with a full scholarship, and excelled at his studies. Jason graduated in 2011, in the top 20% of his class.. Jason and his wife welcomed their first son, Donovan, while he was in law school. Jason also began working as a law clerk, part time during the school year and full time during the breaks. Their second son, Nathaniel, was born two years later.. Jason has worked for several attorneys over the years, including some you've probably seen on TV or billboards. Along the way, Jason discovered a knack for litigation, especially for research and writing. One of his bosses called Jason "the best writer" he'd ever seen. While working for one of the largest injury firms in Las Vegas, Jason was the writing specialist -- writing every motion and pleading for the firm.. But Jason also wanted to do more than write. He wanted to make sure that his clients were getting the attention that they deserved. He also wanted to do more to help the community by doing pro bono work for those who could not afford to pay a lawyer. The only way to do all of that was to stop working for others and to be answerable to no one but himself.. Jason and his wife moved to Las Vegas thinking that they would only be here for three years. Over a decade later, Las Vegas is still their home.
Jared M. Moser, Esq., practices in the areas of commercial litigation and contract disputes, employer defense, and landlord/tenant disputes, representing both individuals and businesses, large and small, in southern and northern Nevada.. Mr. Moser received his B.S.B.A. with a double major in marketing and business management from Hawai'i Pacific University. He returned to Nevada to obtain his Juris Doctorate from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada – Las Vegas, during which time he represented family law clients as a Certified Student Attorney, was recognized with the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in International Human Rights, and was also awarded as a member of the Society of Advocates for Second Best Brief in the Jerome Prince Evidence Law Moot Court Competition.. Before joining Marquis Aurbach, Mr. Moser gained invaluable experience as an extern to the Honorable James T. Russell in the First Judicial District Court of Nevada, as a law clerk to the Honorable Nancy L. Allf in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada, and as a law clerk for the Honorable Johnnie B. Rawlinson of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He has authored numerous articles addressing a variety of legal issues topics for the American Inns of Court publication, The Bencher, and in the Infinity Business Magazine, and has appeared as a guest on the Su Negocio En Nevada radio show. He has also served on the Board of Directors for a local non-profit organization that provides aftercare for women who are former victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.. Mr. Moser is a member of the Howard D. McKibben Chapter of the American Inns of Court and is an alumni member and former officer of the Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity International.. During his time out of the office, Mr. Moser enjoys time with his wife, Tara, and their two sons. When he and his family are not outdoors, Mr. Moser enjoys watching both college and professional football and basketball.
Mr. Green is a Trial Lawyer. He knows how to win and is willing to invest the time to win.. Mr. Green has been successful in multiple civil jury trials in Nevada and has participated in numerous arbitrations and mediations. He makes frequent appearances in both state and federal court. Mr. Green is admitted to practice law in all state and federal courts in the State of Nevada.
Ms. Frost’s practice focuses on general civil and commercial litigation.. In May of 2006, Ms. Frost obtained her bachelor of arts degree in government, sociology and anthropology from the University of Redlands. In May of 2009, Ms. Frost earned her juris doctorate from the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV where she graduated magna cum laude.. While in law school, Ms. Frost traveled to Colorado to participate in the ABA National Moot Court Competition as a member of the Society of Advocates. Additionally, she participated in the William S. Boyd School of Law’s legal clinic representing juvenile defendants and researching adult defendant innocence claims. Prior to graduating law school, Ms. Frost worked as a law clerk for in-house counsel at the Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors. After graduating, she clerked at the Eighth Judicial District Court for the Honorable Jackie Glass.. In her spare time, Ms. Frost enjoys spending time with her husband, Aaron, family and friends. She also enjoys traveling, playing volleyball and attending pilates classes.
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.
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.
Jacob joined the team at Henness & Haight Injury Attorneys in November of 2015 as part of the litigation team. His practice has come to encompass all aspects of personal injury including premises liability, car wrecks, product liability and catastrophic injury.. Mr. Smith attended J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University. While there he became a certified mediator, served as an extern to Utah's Fourth District Court and clerked for a civil litigation firm in Las Vegas. After graduating and passing the bar Mr. Smith spent his first year at a boutique law firm where he first-chaired a bench trial before Nevada's Eighty District where he would win a verdict in his client's favor.. He then spent time working at an insurance defense firm based in Las Vegas, focusing on litigating catastrophic injury claims. His time spent working for insurance companies has given him a rare insight into how these companies approach litigation. He brings this experience now to work for the clients of Henness & Haight.
AN APPROACHABLE ATTORNEY WITH SENSIBLE SOLUTIONS. Mr. Hawkins is one of the founding partners of Hawkins Melendrez, a business and litigation law office with an emphasis on obtaining sensible legal solutions. Mr. Hawkins' commitment to personal attention and sound business judgment for every case has yielded the best results for his clients time and time again. He has represented and counseled a myriad of business clients on a wide spectrum of legal matters and complex issues. From this experience Mr. Hawkins has discerned one overriding truth, that every case needs customized and tailored attention from the lead attorney to achieve the best results and most sensible solutions for the clients. With this forward-thinking and progressive outlook, Mr. Hawkins' firm has grown and prospered, all the while adhering firmly to the legal profession's traditional and timeless values. He pledges to every client his personal attention, prompt and efficient service, and candid advice. Below are some of Mr. Hawkins' more recent awards and accolades.. 2014 - Top Attorneys: The Mountain States Outstanding Young Lawyers 2014 - Super Lawyers: Rising Star 2013 - Area's Largest Business And Commercial Litigation Attorneys 2013 - Super Lawyers: Rising Star 2013 - Top Attorneys - Mountain States' Outstanding Young Lawyers 2011 - Super Lawyers: Rising Star 2009 - Super Lawyers: Rising Star
Prior to forming Naylor & Braster with John Naylor, Jennifer worked as a commercial litigator at Pisanelli Bice, a premier commercial litigation boutique firm in Las Vegas, and also Lionel Sawyer & Collins, one of Las Vegas’ largest law firms. Jennifer obtained a wide-range of litigation experience at both these firms. She has appeared regularly before both the Eighth Judicial District Court and United States District Court for Nevada, arguing a wide range of motions, and has both first-chair and second-chair trial experience. Jennifer has achieved seven-figure judgments in her clients’ favor. Jennifer has briefed several matters to both the Nevada Supreme Court and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She has represented clients in a variety of business conflicts, including high-stakes partnership disputes and in both property and construction disputes.. As an avid animal lover, Jennifer is a founding member of the State Bar of Nevada’s Animal Law Section and currently serves in the position of Treasurer. Through this position and her litigation practice, Jennifer strives to advance the protections to animals in Nevada.
1091 South Cimarron Road , Las Vegas , Nevada 89145
Practice Areas: Business Law, Entertainment Law, Employment Law, Litigation, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Arbitrator, Auto Accidents, Trucking Accidents, Slip and Fall, Bicycle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Commercial Leasing, Easements, Business Planning, Business Litigation, Wage and Hour Law, American Disability, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, Whistleblower Litigation
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