trial lawyer
employment CONTRACTS & civil rights
SERVICES
CONSULTATION
We go over the basic details of your case, any initial advice or insights I may have, see if it’s a good fit, and begin the first steps in the process.
LEGAL GUIDANCE
I guide and represent you through the legal process: whether that resolves through settlement, trial or on appeal.
TRIAL REPRESENTATION
My 40-plus years navigating Nevada courtroom dynamics give me the solid foundation to apply the unique strategies of the case live in court. If we are pursuing an appeal, I represent in that capacity as well.
APPROACH
HOW I WORK
No two cases are alike, and I don't believe in applying the same strategy to every client.
My decades of litigation experience provide a strong foundation, and then I approach each case with fresh eyes, looking beyond the obvious to identify opportunities, legal theories, and strategic pathways that others may have overlooked.
Careful preparation, thorough analysis, and the discovery process often reveal critical information about both the strengths of a case and the opposing side's strategy. By exploring multiple scenarios and anticipating how a matter may develop, I help clients make informed decisions at every stage of litigation.
Equally important is understanding the people involved. Litigation is rarely driven by legal issues alone. Human behavior, communication, negotiation, and timing often influence the direction of a case as much as the law itself. A thoughtful, measured approach allows strategy to evolve as new information emerges while keeping the client's long-term goals at the forefront.
My objective is not simply to move a case through the legal system, but to develop a strategy tailored to the individual circumstances of each client and pursue the most favorable and just resolution possible.
TRIAL PREPARATION
Creating a plan that works for you
The most challenging cases rarely have simple answers. They require a combination of legal experience, strategic thinking, persistence, and the ability to see possibilities.
I help clients navigate complex and high-stakes situations, from resolving a physician's disciplinary matter and protecting professionals facing termination, to securing summary judgment for a company facing significant legal risk, resolving executive employment disputes, and pursuing civil rights claims involving serious allegations of government misconduct.
Each matter required a different approach. Some demanded negotiation and diplomacy, others required aggressive litigation, and some required navigating the appellate process. By understanding the facts, the people involved, and the broader legal landscape, I develop strategies designed to move clients toward the best possible outcome.
My goal is not simply to manage a legal dispute; it is to find a path forward when the way ahead is uncertain.