“I don’t think there is such a thing as being safe from being sued,” said Samuel Schwartz, principal, Schwartz Law. “In today’s environment, the bar to bring litigation is so low that to try to completely protect yourself from litigation as a business would likely be a waste of resources.” Best Practices Maybe lawsuit-proof doesn’t exist, but business owners can and … [Read more...] about Litigation in a Changing World
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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
Holland & Hart Nevada Attorneys Named to 2021 Best Lawyers®
Holland & Hart is pleased to announce that 22 of the firm’s Nevada attorneys have been recognized in the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© and five attorneys were named to the inaugural edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. In addition, four attorneys received Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year“ recognition in their respective practice area and market. Only a … [Read more...] about Holland & Hart Nevada Attorneys Named to 2021 Best Lawyers®
Construction Attorney Dirk Gaspar Joins Holland & Hart in Las Vegas
Holland & Hart announced the addition of Dirk Gaspar, Of Counsel in the firm’s Las Vegas, Nevada office. Gaspar strengthens Holland & Hart’s Construction Practice by bringing experience serving as lead attorney on litigation and transactional matters involving industrial/infrastructure, commercial and residential disputes, insurance issues, and contract negotiation and … [Read more...] about Construction Attorney Dirk Gaspar Joins Holland & Hart in Las Vegas
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
Real Estate Attorney Evan Champa Joins Holland & Hart in Reno
Evan Champa counsels clients on a broad spectrum of real estate transactions and related litigation. including acquiring, selling, leasing, and developing real property and projects. He guides clients at every phase of a real estate transaction, from investigating ownership rights and title, through closing. His scientific background allows him to analyze, interpret, and … [Read more...] about Real Estate Attorney Evan Champa Joins Holland & Hart in Reno
The Nevada Population Health Conference 2019
The Nevada Population Health Conference 2019 will explore innovative population health programs by the private and public sectors to improve the health of Nevadans. Sponsored by UnitedHealthcare, Holland & Hart, and several other local community partners, the conference educates local professionals and students on population health concepts and training on Medical Legal … [Read more...] about The Nevada Population Health Conference 2019
Nevada MiningContinued Transition Into High-Tech
Imagine if mining companies could send an unmanned aerial vehicle, instead of a person, into a dark, narrow underground area to document the landscape or the scene following an industrial accident. Well, the Autonomous Robots Labs (ARL) at the University of Nevada, Reno is developing the technology for autonomous aerial robots to do just that, to explore, survey, map and … [Read more...] about Nevada Mining
Holland & Hart Nevada Attorneys Named to 2020 Best Lawyers® List
LAS VEGAS – Holland & Hart is pleased to announce that 20 Nevada-based Holland & Hart attorneys have been included in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©, which recognized 170 attorneys across the firm. Additionally, Bryce Kunimoto and Jeremy Nork were among 20 Holland & Hart attorneys named “Lawyers of the Year“ in their respective practice area and … [Read more...] about Holland & Hart Nevada Attorneys Named to 2020 Best Lawyers® List
Five Holland & Hart Attorneys Named 2019 Mountain States Super Lawyers
Holland & Hart announced that five of the firm’s Nevada attorneys were included in the 2019 edition of Mountain States Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, selects outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas throughout the United States who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process … [Read more...] about Five Holland & Hart Attorneys Named 2019 Mountain States Super Lawyers
Holland & Hart’s Connie Akridge To Receive 2019 Liberty Bell Award for Community Work
LAS VEGAS – Holland & Hart is pleased to announce that Las Vegas Partner Connie Akridge was selected as a recipient of the 2019 Liberty Bell Award by the Clark County Law Foundation’s Let Freedom Ring Committee for her outstanding service in the community, along with the Hon. Linda Marie Bell and Hon. Stewart L. Bell (Ret.). The award will be presented on April 27 at the … [Read more...] about Holland & Hart’s Connie Akridge To Receive 2019 Liberty Bell Award for Community Work
Protecting Your Intellectual PropertyLaw Practices Booming
Ask an attorney who specializes in intellectual property (IP) law just about any question, and the answer is likely to be the same. Should a company file for a patent? It depends. Should a business file for an injunction to stop unauthorized use of a trademark? It depends. But one question isn’t getting the stock answer these days. How’s business for intellectual property … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Best Lawyers Names One Lawyer of the Year and 22 Best Lawyers from Holland & Hart in Nevada
Holland & Hart is pleased to announce that 22 of the firm’s Nevada attorneys have been included in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Additionally, one Nevada lawyer was named a 2019 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in their practice area and market. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated market is honored with this … [Read more...] about Best Lawyers Names One Lawyer of the Year and 22 Best Lawyers from Holland & Hart in Nevada
The Succession Plan: An Often Overlooked Necessity
When asked the significance of a company succession plan, experts were united when they explained the absolute necessity of a good plan. “[Succession planning] may be the most important thing for a business and it is for sure the thing that is done less well,” said Carl Rowe, founder and senior consultant of Clarity Advisors to Management, which provides solutions to … [Read more...] about The Succession Plan: An Often Overlooked Necessity
Holland & Hart Hosts ‘Law on Tap:’ How to Resolve Business Claims Under $100,000
Holland & Hart and Nevada’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (NCET) host Law on Tap, Tuesday, Nov. 14, 5:30 - 7 p.m. at West Street Market. In this final session of a three-part professional networking series, Commercial Litigation Attorney Frank Laforge discusses how to resolve small business claims without incurring excessive attorney fees. Guests will learn … [Read more...] about Holland & Hart Hosts ‘Law on Tap:’ How to Resolve Business Claims Under $100,000
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
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts 33rd Annual SCend Off
One of the largest SCend Offs in the United States (Reno, Nev.) – The USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Chapter will host the 33rd annual SCend Off at Round Hill Pines in Zephyr Cove on Saturday, July 29, 2017. This event is a longstanding USC tradition, where alumni “send off” students for the new school year. The local alumni chapter grants scholarship awards to new and … [Read more...] about USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts 33rd Annual SCend Off
Holland & Hart launches ‘Law on Tap’ with Marijuana in the Workforce
Holland & Hart LLP hosts Law on Tap, the first of a four-part professional networking series, Thursday, June 15, 5:30 - 7 p.m. at West Street Market. Labor and employment attorneys Dora Lane and Anthony Hall will discuss the legal implications of marijuana in the workforce in light of Nevada’s recent legalization of marijuana. “With the advent of medical and recreational … [Read more...] about Holland & Hart launches ‘Law on Tap’ with Marijuana in the Workforce
Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace: Why and How
Many Nevada businesses are making an effort to hire a diverse workforce: people of different races, age groups, national origins, backgrounds and religions. Some are interested in hiring workers with disabilities and in giving women a chance to compete for typically male-dominated jobs. The impetus for these initiatives may come from recognizing that federal and state … [Read more...] about Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace: Why and How
First Nevada Population Health Conference in Las Vegas and Reno Nov. 17
WHAT: Community leaders, public health professionals, educators and legislators will gather in an effort to improve health care for all Nevadans at the first Nevada Population Health Conference. The conference will focus on implementing innovative programs through the collective efforts by the public and private sectors, and conference topics will include population health … [Read more...] about First Nevada Population Health Conference in Las Vegas and Reno Nov. 17