The Lakes Business Lawyers

Dale is a second generation Las Vegan and his son Tripp is third generation. Dale graduated from Durango High School and received a golf/athletic scholarship from Point Loma Nazarene College. Dale started as a true freshman and played in several collegiate tournaments. In 2001, Dale graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. In 2004, he received his Juris Doctor Degree, graduating in the top third of his class from the William S. Boyd School of Law. While at Boyd, Dale practiced as a student attorney with the Thomas & Mack Legal Clinic....

Hi! I’m Tiffany Ballenger Floyd - I help clients with estate planning, business planning, + asset protection. By integrating my bespoke planning philosophy with efficient systems + technology, our ultimate goal is to provide a warm, authentic, + seamless planning experience for our amazing clients. One-size does NOT fit all: No cookie-cutter form documents here! Rather, we serve as a trusted advisor, providing conscious counsel + effective solutions based on your particular needs + goals, helping with: ESTATE PLANNING: Wills + Trusts (+ all the rest)... whether you’re brand-new to estate planning, or need to make updates to...

I graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and a Minor in Korean, which I speak fluently. My firm handles all areas of practice related to estate planning, asset protection, real estate & business law. We also help people with tough immigration matters, and business owners with immigration related business matters. Our locations in Nevada, Utah and California help people throughout the Southwest and throughout the US.

Shoham Segal founded LVNV Legal – Injury Law Firm, a law firm dedicated to bringing justice (and money) to injury and accident victims. Shoham represents his clients with the zeal and experience of a relentless litigator, finding unique ways to protect and preserve his clients’ interests in their times of need. Shoham graduated law school in the top 1% of his 300+ student class, summa cum laude, earning numerous academic awards, scholarships and honors. After graduation, Shoham honed and sharpened his legal skills at two prestigious boutique law firms in South Florida, where he successfully represented businesses and individuals in a...

Carrie Hurtik founded Hurtik Law & Associates in 2010 after spending more than 10 years assisting people with civil litigation matters as an attorney. A Michigan native, Ms. Hurtik obtained a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Criminal Justice from Western Michigan University. She would then go on to obtain a master's degree in Criminal Justice from Illinois State University, and her JD from Gonzaga University School of Law.

Before obtaining her law degree, Ms. Hurtik spent several years working as a realtor and appraiser in Illinois. She frequently saw the legal complexities people face when making these transactions during...

Keen Ellsworth, is an AV Preeminent Rated attorney & the founder of several law firms, including Ellsworth & Associates, Ltd. Ellsworth & Associates takes a different approach to the practice of law as it relates to clients & billing. High costs & inflation are affecting everyone. Our clients pay flat fees so they know what they're paying from the start. No surprises. No unexpected costly ills you can't afford to pay. Discounts for First Responders, Military, Veterans & the Elderly. For almost 30 years, Keen has practiced law in BOTH Nevada and Arizona in many fields, including: - Estate Planning and...

Mr. Johnson's primary emphasis of practice is in the areas of Trusts, Personal and Business Asset Protection Planning, Estate Planning, Business and Real Estate transactions and Entertainment Law. Mr. Johnson has formed and advised numerous Corporations & Limited Liability Companies. He currently represents and is heavily involved in the careers of a number of musical artists, including Nashville recording artist and grammy nominee Tim Murphy (www.TimMurphyCountry.com and www.TimMurphy.net) and Frankie Moreno (www.FrankieMoreno.com). Mr. Johnson also has substantial experience in the areas of Bankruptcy, Mechanic's Lien Law, and Appellate Practice.

Sam graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting in 2008 and his Juris Doctor from UNLV in 2011. He went on to receive a Masters of Law (LL.M.) in Taxation from Georgetown University in 2012. Sam’s practice includes estate planning, asset protection, trust administration, probate, guardianship, and business organization. Sam has established a strong reputation within the Las Vegas legal community for his expertise and provides continuing legal education courses in his areas of practice. Sam is fluent in Spanish and is licensed in both Nevada and Utah and is a member of the Southern...

Dara J. Goldsmith was born and raised in Southern California. She enrolled at California State University Northridge at the age of 16, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 1987. While at Northridge, Dara was active in a wide range of campus and community activities and was selected the University’s 25th Homecoming Queen.

After graduating from Northridge, Dara attended Pepperdine University School of Law, where she earned a Juris Doctor in 1990, followed by a Masters of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.) from the University of Miami (1991 curriculum/1994 thesis).

After completing her coursework at the University of Miami, Dara moved...

Michael P. Balaban has handled labor and employment cases for mostly employees since 1997. During that time Michael has represented numerous clients in cases involving discrimination or other employment related claims, including cases brought under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, for wrongful termination, for whistle blowing, for wages and hours disputes, for unemployment benefits and for employment benefits. Michael believes his “hands on style” and preparedness is the key to the success he has achieved for his clients over the years. Labor and Employment law is...

Hi! I'm Kat Arthur, estate + business planning attorney. Thanks for visiting my profile. I practice in the areas of estate planning (Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives, etc.), business formation and planning (LLCs, Corporations, etc.) and probate administration. I joined the boutique estate law firm of Phillips Ballenger, PLLC ("PB Law") shortly after graduating law school. I've worked in the areas of estate planning and probate for several years, both prior to and during law school, including a judicial externship with Probate Commissioner Wesley Yamashita in the 8th Judicial District Court, Las Vegas, NV. I was born in...

Ryan assists businesses ranging from established companies to startups in identifying, protecting, and capitalizing on their intellectual property, including trademarks, service marks, domain names, trade secrets, patents, and copyrights. Ryan's practice focuses on trademark clearance, prosecution, monitoring, enforcement, and licensing where he counsels clients regarding the selection and registrability of trademarks and service marks; the development, acquisition, sale, and management of trademark portfolios; and the drafting and negotiating of trademark license, assignment, and dispute settlement agreements. Ryan also assists clients regarding all aspects of business formation and startup planning, including business entity selection and preparation of related agreements as well...

I practice nationally with my focus directed to defense of professional liability claims, labor & employment disputes, insurance coverage disputes, directors & officers claims, and risk & litigation management. I've represented more than 450 lawyers and law firms during my practice. I handle complex and commercial litigation matters, including mass tort claims, and business disputes. I regularly consult with insurers and businesses of all sizes to manage risk, litigation and to reduce litigation expenses.

Becky A. Pintar has extensive legal experience in representing business clients from the inception of the business, resolution of business issues, drafting contracts and agreements, and collection of debts, to help your business to achieve and maintain success. Her practice areas are comprised of general business, real estate transactions, contract claims, creditor bankruptcy claims and adversarial complaints, construction law, employment law, administrative law including planning and zoning, and homeowners associations. Ms. Pintar's transactional work includes drafting and review of contracts, commercial leases, and employment, indemnity, partnership, operating and land sales agreements. She has extensive trial experience including all phases of...

Mr. Coil graduated from the University of New Hampshire School of Law in 2009, and was admitted to practice law in Nevada later that same year. While in law school, Mr. Coil competed twice in the BMI/Cardozo Entertainment and Communications Law Moot Court Competition in New York City. He also coached his school's team in the 2009 George Washington National Religious Freedom Moot Court Competition. In addition to his moot court experience, Mr. Coil worked for two years in his school's civil practice clinic where he obtained hands-on experience representing indigent clients in both commercial and administrative law. He furthered his...

As a former partner of a large, regional litigation firm, my goal is to offer you that same quality of work but at a smaller, more personal scale. I am the founding member of Muehlbauer Law Office. I was born and raised in Wisconsin, but I have called Vegas home for 9 years now. I attended University of Minnesota Law School, and I graduated magna cum laude in 2006. On graduation, I took a job with a highly-respected regional litigation firm here in Las Vegas. I rose through the ranks at that firm and learned a lot from the experienced...

Specializing in litigation, real estate transactions, bankruptcies, and personal injury. Attorney Judah Zakalik is a Partner in Peters & Associates, LLP, a Nevada law firm helping consumers in Las Vegas and Henderson find debt relief through a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy or debt settlement, and helping homeowners avoid foreclosure through loan modifications and workouts, short sales, and deeds in lieu of foreclosure. Mr. Zakalik’s legal background includes experience in personal injury, corporate litigation, real estate transactions, corporate bankruptcies, and intellectual property rights. As a courtroom litigator, Mr. Zakalik represented financial institutions in lawsuits brought by homeowners...

Adam Smith is a Las Vegas attorney with a unique combination of personal injury and complex litigation experience. Adam’s legal practice was born out of a career specializing in complex problems. Adam began his working career as an accountant and consultant with the world’s largest accounting firm. During that time, Adam helped coordinate a Chicago city-wide program helping underprivileged families complete tax returns and take advantage of tax credits and refunds. As an accountant, Adam consulted on massive legal cases and investigated complicated fraud schemes. These experiences led Adam to a passion for the law and its mandate for rigid...

Financial Services

Cohan PLLC provides a wide range of legal and regulatory services to life insurance companies, broker-dealers, investment advisors, and product administrators related to the design, marketing, and sale of group variable life insurance products, individual and group annuities, stable value wraps, synthetic instruments, and other insurance products.

Corporate Litigation

Clients from global brands and middle-market companies to innovative startups and individuals each trust Cohan PLLC to resolve their trickiest legal disputes. Whether that’s litigation in state or federal trial and appellate courts in Nevada; or mediation, arbitration, and regulatory agency proceedings.

Emerging Companies

Cohan PLLC works with high-growth companies and their...

Before joining our Cory Reade Dows & Shaffer in 2019, Rowland practice law in Michigan, Utah, and Nevada in the areas of estate planning, business organization, contract disputes, and real estate matters.

Malik W. Ahmad is admitted to practice law in the State of Nevada. Attorney Malik Ahmad is admitted to the Supreme Court of Nevada, and all of the courts in the state of Nevada. His areas of practice includes civil, business and general litigation with emphasis on business litigation, bankruptcy both chapter 7 and chapter 13. Also, he extensively deals in foreclosure litigation, including predatory lending defense, loan modification. He has given CLE lecture attorneys in Nevada. His office is conveniently located at 8430 West Lake Mead Ave., Suite 100, Las Vegas, Nevada 89128. He can be contacted via phone...

Our practice focuses on helping families achieve harmony and security for their future. Our considerable legal experience includes wealth preservation, family protection and charitable planning as well as planning strategies for unmarried couples and divorced individuals. Gary and his associates have a broad range of experience in helping families of all types find peace of mind through creative trust planning. Our practice is comprised of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Asset Protection, Tax Planning, Business Planning, Offshore Planning, Probate, and Medicaid Planning.

Antony M. Santos is admitted to practice law in Connecticut and Nevada. Mr. Santos primary focus is on corporate and securities litigation, regulatory compliance, commercial transactions and bankruptcy law. Mr. Santos served in the United States Marine Corps from 1988 to 1991 during Operation Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Operation Eastern Exit. Mr. Santos attended the University of Connecticut as both an undergraduate and graduate student in the Department of Economics Undergraduate and Master’s Programs. Mr. Santos received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Connecticut, School of Law.

Clayton attended the University of California at Berkeley where he studied business, and later transferred to Brigham Young University where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science in 2006. Clayton graduated from the University of Toledo College of Law in 2012, where he excelled in international business transactions, appellate writing, and estate planning.

After graduating law school, Clayton worked as an associate attorney for five years with the Law Firm of Darl C. Gleed & Associates, LLLC in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, focusing on estate planning, probate, trust administration, business planning, and real estate transactions. During his time in Hawaii,...

Following graduation from Weber State University in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in English and a Business Minor, Marjorie obtained her law degree from J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University in 1993, where she was active in the Student Bar Association.

Marjorie opened the firm of Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C. with Dara J. Goldsmith in 1996. She practices primarily in bankruptcy, business law, estate planning, family law, guardianship, probate and trust administration. Marjorie is licensed in Nevada and Utah, admitted to practice in both state and federal courts in both jurisdictions. She is also admitted to...

Mr. Hogan is rated as an “AV Pre-eminent”® attorney, the highest designation afforded by Martindale Hubbell®. He has also been repeatedly recognized in Super Lawyers Magazine, Mountain States edition (2009, 2014, 2015, 2016) with distinction as one of the top 100 litigators in the Mountain States for 2015. He has been consistently selected as “Legal Elite” in Nevada Business Magazine’s polling since 2012. A skilled trial and civil litigation attorney, Mr. Hogan has extensive experience representing clients in complex litigation matters involving contracts, business torts, complex commercial litigation, business dissolutions, civil torts, employment law, professional and medical...

Assly Sayyar is an attorney practicing with Assly Sayyar, Attorney at Law, Inc. which maintains offices in Las Vegas, Nevada and San Diego County, California. She is a skilled and diligent attorney who has been practicing as a trial attorney since 2004. Originally born in England, Assly’s family immigrated to the U.S. when she was a child. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English Rhetoric from the University of Alaska Anchorage in 2000. Assly moved to Las Vegas where she attended the William S. Boyd School of Law. After graduating from law school Cum Laude in 2004, Assly...

Attorney Greg Carlson has worked at both large and small law firms in Nevada and California, including one of California’s premier estate planning firms, and in the estate planning department of one of Nevada’s largest law firms. Greg previously operated his own estate planning practice, and most recently worked as a legal director for Charles Schwab Trust Company in Nevada. As a legal director with Charles Schwab Trust Company, Greg advised Schwab’s trust administration team and worked with estate planning attorneys across the country to draft various types of trusts. Greg has also worked as a law clerk for the...

A native of Las Vegas, Brittni graduated from the University of Arizona,magna cum laude, with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Brittni then returned to Las Vegas and attended law school at UNLV where she was involved in moot court competitions and externed for the Nevada Supreme Court. Following law school Brittni clerked for the Honorable Ronald Israel in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada and later practiced civil litigation. Presently, Brittni practices in the areas of estate planning, trust administration, probate, and guardianship, general business matters and civil litigation. Outside of the office, Brittni enjoys spending time with her...