Searchlight Lawyers

Alex LeVeque is the managing partner of the firm, where he focuses his practice on trust/estate, real property, and appellate litigation. Alex regularly advises businesses and individuals (foreign and domestic) in complex disputes ranging from breach of contract and fiduciary duty claims to fraud and embezzlement. He has successfully litigated numerous multi-million-dollar disputes and consistently obtains favorable settlements for his clients. Alex has also successfully tried several jury and bench trials in Nevada state courts and has prevailed in several appeals to the Supreme Court of Nevada. More recently, Alex has been actively engaged in the expanding area of domestic...

For over 20 years, Brian has dedicated his legal career to representing people against large insurance companies. He takes pride in always preparing a case for trial, but keeping an open mind on an appropriate settlement. Brian's hard work ethic and compassion for his clients represents what makes a good trial lawyer. Brian is AV Rated by Martindale-Hubel which represents his excellent legal ability and high ethical standards. He is also a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum which represents his ability to handle large catastrophic injury cases. In his free time, Brian enjoys...

Since Mr. Hanratty’s admission to the State Bar of Nevada in 2001, Kevin has focused on individuals who have sustained serious injuries related to accidents as a result of another party’s negligence. Kevin only represents a select and limited number of clients at any given time in a diligent effort to provide each and every client the strongest, most aggressive, and best representation available. Unlike other attorneys, Kevin does not limit your recovery to the insurance companies’ first offer. Kevin spends significant amounts of time on every case treating each client like they are family. Even after your case...

You've been hurt. You have mounting medical bills. Your car may be wrecked. I get it. I can help you with these problems so you are free to focus on getting better. I have been helping folks with their legal needs for 30+ years. I've recovered millions of dollars for my injured clients. I hold the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards (an AV Preeminent rating of 5.0 out of 5.0) from Martindale-Hubbell. I received the 2009 Mountain States Super Lawyer Award and I am a member...

I became an attorney because when I applied for permanent residence and citizenship in the United States, I went through many of the same things my clients have experienced before retaining an attorney: doubt, nervousness, desperation, and fear. I believe that no one should feel that way while waiting for their case to be resolved, and I have made it my mission to ensure that my client’s cases are handled in an efficient and manner. I understand how important it is to do things right the first time and to win. My practice focuses on family-based immigration, business immigration, adjustment of...

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...

Leon Snaid has been certified as an Immigration Law Specialist for twenty years by the Board of legal Specialization of the State Bar of California. Certification requires a full day exam of advanced immigration questions and proof that the the lawyer has completed a certain number of cases in diverse area of immigration law. He is rated as a "Preeminent" lawyer by Martindale Hubbell. His biography has been included in the Who's Who of American Law since 1986. He authored the audio book "The Newcomers Guide to Living in the USA," which was a Finalist for the Benjamin Franklin Award. He...

Patricia is a licensed attorney and Advanced Practitioner Member of the Association for Conflict Resolution ("ACR"). She is the only attorney in the State of Nevada to achieve the Advanced Practitioner Member status with ACR. Patricia has been a practicing mediator since 1986. At the present, Patricia's practice is solely focused on settlement conferences, assisting in uncontested divorce matters, and preparation of family wills, trusts and estate planning documents.

Kirby J. Smith is an accomplished attorney with over 35 years of litigation experience. In addition to his work as a litigator, he has also maintained an active mediation and arbitration practice, having served as a neutral on hundreds of cases in the areas of business and commercial, employment, real estate and personal injury law. As a result, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a full-time mediator and arbitrator with Advanced Resolution Management.

For 32 years Kirby was a partner and commercial litigator at Nevada’s largest and most prestigious law firm, Lionel Sawyer & Collins. During that...

Based in Las Vegas, Attorney Thomas Ericsson has been widely regarded as one of the most skilled and talented trial lawyers in the area. In practicing personal injury, Attorney Ericsson is passionate about bringing justice to his clients. His firm has successfully recovered millions of dollars on behalf of injury victims. Attorney Ericsson has earned an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and has been recognized time and time again for his exceptional legal services. Whether advocating for clients in the courtroom or negotiating with insurance companies, he is always prepared to fight for a favorable outcome. Learn more about his...

I practice nationally with my focus directed to defense of matter of professional liability, ethics, labor & employment, insurance coverage, directors & officers, and risk & litigation management. I've represented more than 700 lawyers and law firms during my practice for matters of liability, ethics, risk management. My practice also includes expert witness review and opinions on legal ethics, liability and fees.

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...

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.

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...

Relief Lawyers LLC is managed by attorney Dale K. Kleven, Esq.:

EDUCATION

Washburn University, J.D. (2000)
Washburn University, Coursework for M.S. in Criminal Justice (2000)
Brigham Young University, B.A. (Philosophy, 1996)


BAR ADMISSIONS
NV, AZ, UT


PAST PROFESSIONAL LEGAL EXPERIENCE

Former Arbitrator for Clark County District Court
Adjunct Professor of Paralegal Studies at College of Southern Nevada
Adjunct Professor of Philosophy at College of Southern Nevada
Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), Communications Officer
Office of the Kansas Attorney General, Prisoner Litigation Division


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Relief Lawyers LLC is made up of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants who have been successfully working with clients and their families for decades to provide relief to clients...