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
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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
High ReturnsInvesting in People Pays Dividends for Vegas Lawyer, International Firm
In 1987, I read an article in the New York Times about Eugene Lang, a millionaire who told sixth-grade students in East Harlem that he would fund their college education if they stayed in school. Immediately, I wrote Mr. Lang to see how I might support his mission. A year and a half later – somewhat to my surprise – Eugene landed in Las Vegas and contacted me. As a result of … [Read more...] about High Returns
Legal Aid Center of Southern NevadaPro Bono Heroes 2019
In recognition of their hard work, dedication and ongoing commitment to helping the underserved in the Southern Nevada community, the following pages recognize attorneys who have given their time. The staff and leadership at Legal Aid Center humbly thank these attorneys for ensuring access to justice is provided for people who have nowhere else to turn. Click to View in a … [Read more...] about Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Legal Elite 2016: Nevada’s Top Attorneys
Now in its ninth year, Legal Elite highlights Nevada’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers. Polling for the 2016 list began in February of this year and over 6,000 nominations were collected from licensed attorneys throughout the state. Those nominees were vetted and the poll’s results, featured in the following pages, highlight the top vote receivers in Northern Nevada, … [Read more...] about Legal Elite 2016: Nevada’s Top Attorneys
Employment Law: Attorneys Speak Out
To learn the complicated ins and outs of employment law, it’s best to go straight to the source. The following pages highlight six attorneys that are at the top of their field and are experienced in employment law. These attorneys were each asked to share advice with Nevada Business Magazine readers and responded to a series of questions. Business owners and HR professionals … [Read more...] about Employment Law: Attorneys Speak Out
Legal Elite 2014: Nevada’s Top Attorneys
This year’s Legal Elite polling garnered 6,454 nominations of attorneys from across the Silver State. This annual list highlights Nevada’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers. All votes are based on nominations from other attorneys and the following pages highlight the top vote getters in Northern Nevada, Southern Nevada, the Best Up and Coming attorneys and the top 10 … [Read more...] about Legal Elite 2014: Nevada’s Top Attorneys
Legal Opinions 2013
Attorneys, like doctors, have highly specialized skills that are in high demand, especially in today’s increasingly legalistic world. The following pages feature a special report that gives the reader the opportunity to receive legal advice at a fraction of the cost (in essence 100 percent off the lawyer’s normal rates). The following pages offer free legal advice in the form … [Read more...] about Legal Opinions 2013
Chapter 11 for Individuals: Three Key Differences from Business Reorganizations
Chapter 11 is primarily a vehicle for businesses to reorganize, but can also be utilized by individuals (i) who have debts that exceed the limits for “wage earner” repayment plans under Chapter 13; and/or (ii) earn too much to be eligible for a Chapter 7 liquidation. For example, Chapter 13 is only available to debtors with less than $383,175 in unsecured debt (debts that are … [Read more...] about Chapter 11 for Individuals: Three Key Differences from Business Reorganizations
Mediation: A Litigation Alternative
“Real peace is not the absence of conflict. Rather it is that state where conflict is managed effectively, efficiently and respectfully.” – Unknown Conflict resolution can be viewed on a continuum, with negotiation on one end, and a decision(s) by a judge(s) on the other. In between lies mediation, which is facilitated negotiation and arbitration. The latter includes a third … [Read more...] about Mediation: A Litigation Alternative
Risk Management: A Necessary Consideration
As president and owner of Heuer Insurance Company in Sparks, Larry Heuer is well aware of the catastrophic losses businesses have the potential to experience if they don’t practice appropriate risk management. As an example of sound risk management, however, he chooses to remember a client who suffered a large loss due to a fire caused by a tenant in one of his upscale … [Read more...] about Risk Management: A Necessary Consideration
The Trend To Greater Patent Portfolio Awareness Hits The Bottom Line
Savvy businesses today, regardless of their size, are learning they can generate significant value by selling or licensing their portfolio of intellectual property assets, most notably patents. In fact, those that recognize the potential of their patent portfolio are reaping large rewards that make an impact on their balance sheet. While in the past, valuations of patent … [Read more...] about The Trend To Greater Patent Portfolio Awareness Hits The Bottom Line
America Invents Act Significantly Changes Patent Law: Understanding the New Law
Thanks to the recently-passed America Invents Act, Nevada businesses may find it easier to get “patent pending” status for their inventions, but the race against competitors has not yet begun. Perhaps most notably, the Act will transform the U.S. patent system from a “first to invent” to a “first to file” system, the first major reform of the patent system in over 60 years. … [Read more...] about America Invents Act Significantly Changes Patent Law: Understanding the New Law