The legal industry, like law itself, faces complex challenges. From advanced technology affecting legal issues and the way attorneys conduct business to a complete culture shift in the industry itself, the legal industry is navigating difficult waters. Recently, a group of attorneys met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to discuss … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
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Legal OpinionsExpert Knowledge for Nevada Business Leaders
Legal knowledge is worth its weight in gold, and rarely free. Legal Opinions has compiled a host of attorneys, experts in their field, to provide information and resources on a variety of topics. Nevada Business Magazine has been publishing this feature since 2014. Articles in the 2023 edition of Legal Opinions cover a gamut of professional issues and provide business … [Read more...] about Legal Opinions
Mergers + AcquisitionsMoving Forward in Nevada
These are unprecedented times. From a recent global pandemic to rising inflation, the uncertainty of the world is being felt in nearly every industry and sector of business. And for those looking to acquire or merge a business, all eyes are, rightly, on current events. Yet, despite rising concerns and challenges, Nevadans are continuing to buy and sell, and business in the … [Read more...] about Mergers + Acquisitions
Legal OpinionsExpert Knowledge for Nevadans
A compilation of expert knowledge on a variety of topics, Legal Opinions is a valuable resource for executives on business issues. Written by attorneys, all of whom are highly educated on their featured topic, Nevada Business Magazine has been publishing this feature since 2014. Articles in the 2022 edition of Legal Opinions cover a gamut of professional issues and each … [Read more...] about Legal Opinions
The Downtown Vegas Alliance Elects 2022-2023 Officers and Board Members
LAS VEGAS (July 14, 2022) – Carolyn Wheeler, executive director of The Downtown Vegas Alliance (DVA), a member-driven 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization that connects its members and downtown stakeholders to influence growth the heart of Las Vegas, is pleased to announce the organization’s 2022-2023 officers and board of directors. Several local businesses leaders were newly … [Read more...] about The Downtown Vegas Alliance Elects 2022-2023 Officers and Board Members
Top Rank Attorneys2022
For the past 15 years, Nevada Business Magazine has been publishing a list showcasing the state’s top attorneys as voted by their peers. Formerly known as Legal Elite this annual list came to represent the best of the best in the legal industry. This year, the editorial team at the magazine is rebranding Legal Elite to better reflect the prestigious position these attorneys … [Read more...] about Top Rank Attorneys
Industry FocusAttorneys
Nevada’s legal industry had a banner year as they helped clients navigate the challenges of COVID. Even so, attorneys struggled through a changed work environment and court system. Leaders from this industry recently met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss Nevada’s legal field and what the future holds. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Legal Opinions 2021
Legal Opinions is a compilation of expert knowledge on a variety of topics. Written by attorneys, all of whom are highly educated on their featured topic, this special report is a valuable resource for executives. Nevada Business Magazine has been publishing this special feature since 2014. Articles in the 2021 edition of Legal Opinions cover a gamut of professional issues … [Read more...] about Legal Opinions 2021
Industry FocusAttorneys
Nevada attorneys are at the forefront of many issues, from litigating court cases to helping businesses navigate these trying times. Recently, attorneys across the Silver State met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss their industry and what the future holds. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Legal Opinions 2020Expert Knowledge for Nevada Businesses
Legal Opinions, a Nevada Business Magazine annual feature for nearly a decade, is a compilation of expert knowledge on a variety of topics. Written by attorneys, all of whom are highly educated on their featured topic, this special report is a one-stop resource for executives. Articles in the 2020 edition of Legal Opinions range from marijuana to politics and … [Read more...] about Legal Opinions 2020
Legal Opinions 2019Expert Knowledge for Nevada Businesses
Legal Opinions, a Nevada Business Magazine feature for the past eight years, is a compilation of expert knowledge on a variety of topics. Written by attorneys, all of whom are highly educated on their featured topic, this special report is a one-stop resource for executives. Articles in the 2019 edition of Legal Opinions range from marijuana to private equity and … [Read more...] about Legal Opinions 2019
Private Equity Lending: Is It a Good Choice for Business?
By Samuel A. Schwartz, Transactional Attorney, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Prior to the Great Recession, private equity firms were historically devoted to buy outs and smaller loans that traditional banks had no interest in funding. Since that time, according to estimates by the private equity firm Ares Management, nonbanks held more than half a trillion dollars’ worth … [Read more...] about Private Equity Lending: Is It a Good Choice for Business?
Implications of Expanding Litigation Risks
By Samuel A. Schwartz, Shareholder at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Litigation Risks Expanding for Plaintiffs When considering pursuing litigation anywhere in the United States, potential plaintiffs should consider and canvass the potential defendants who may be culpable. Courts around the country are taking a broad view of what claim, issue and party preclusion means in … [Read more...] about Implications of Expanding Litigation Risks
Cyber Challenges in the Gaming Industry: For the House to Win, It Can’t Gamble on Cybersecurity
With large troves of sensitive consumer financial data and more cash transactions per minute than some of the world’s largest banks, today’s gaming and casino institutions are ideal targets for cybercriminals seeking hefty payouts. Casinos also have to guard multiple points of entry, from on-site stores, restaurants, entertainment venues, ATMs and point-of-sale … [Read more...] about Cyber Challenges in the Gaming Industry: For the House to Win, It Can’t Gamble on Cybersecurity
Industry Focus: Attorneys
As the economy improves, Nevada’s law offices are seeing increased growth and competition across the Silver State. Although technology presents new challenges, leaders in the industry expect improvements to continue across the board. Attorneys, leading many of the state’s top law firms, recently met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss industry health and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys