The Lakes Lawyers

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.

Eric Blank focuses on representing people who have been injured and need help. Before opening his current practice representing plaintiffs, he worked in insurance defense, defending insurance companies against claims asserted by plaintiffs. This experience provides Mr. Blank with unique insight into how insurance companies evaluate various types of claims and the strategies they employ to defend them. He also gained extensive business experience acting as general counsel for local NBC and Fox affiliates.
Mr. Blank decided to pursue a more fulfilling career, and shifted his practice to the exclusive representation of individual plaintiffs against insurance companies and corporations. Since transitioning...

The Law Office of Roger A. Giuliani is a full service law firm representing clients on various matters including Probate; Estate Planning which includes Wills & Trusts; Family Law matters which include complex divorce matters, custody matters, adoptions and termination of parental rights cases; Bankruptcy which includes representing both the debtor and creditors; Business Planning; Corporate Filings and Minutes; and Real Estate matters. Attorney Roger A. Giuliani is a Certified Family Court Mediator, and was the very first Certified Family Court Mediator for Clark County, Nevada in 2003. He has helped the Family Court settle hundreds of cases...

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...

Lewis’ legal career, began in 1991 and focuses on serious personal injury and wrongful death. He has extensive experience in both state and federal courts representing the rights of those people who have been injured due to the wrongful acts of other people and corporations. Many of Lewis’ cases require extensive knowledge of the spine and spinal surgeries, brain injuries and orthopedic processes within the human body. Lewis has tried numerous cases and is very successful in the courtroom!

Lewis has achieved the highest possible rating of “AV” from the nation’s leader in attorney ratings: Martindale Hubbell. The “AV” ranking is...

Attorney Afshin Tadayon is considered one of the most proficient negotiators in southern Nevada. In addition to time spent in real estate law, settlements, and contract negotiation, Afshin’s practice includes both civil and criminal defense, specializing in personal injury, premises liability, and mass tort litigation.

Born in Iran in 1967, Afshin was educated in Iran, Greece and the United States. He is also fluent in Greek and Farsi and maintains a diverse clientele.

Before practicing personal injury law, Afshin served as a defense lawyer for insurance companies in California and Nevada. His insider knowledge of insurance processes and legal tactics allows him...

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...

Craig K. Perry has been an active member of the Nevada State Bar since 1989. He has been involved hundreds of cases, including personal injury, product liability, class action, and consumer protection cases. Defending consumers who are routinely sued by overreaching, law-breaking debt collectors--primarily debt buyers--is a valuable service that he offers to an existing and growing list of new clientele. Craig K. Perry & Associates offers a free initial consultation for potential new clients. If the client and the firm are a good fit, the firm will aggressively represent the interests of each client. Flexible...

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...

Let me help carry your burden. Each client is treated like family, and fought for like family. The client is kept in the loop of their case every step of the way. I work very hard to earn your trust and loyalty. My office has achieved wonderful results on behalf of each of my clients from some of the largest corporations and insurance companies. Cases are worked through with uncompromising diligence and constant communication. We are happy to call any Defendant's bluff with efficient and intelligent law practice and take the case to trial. ...

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...

Free Consultation & Support Trial attorney Peter Goldstein graduated from the University of Southern California with a bachelor's degree in 1977, and then earned his juris doctor from Whittier School of Law in 1985 with honors. He and his family live in Las Vegas but maintain a residence in Culver City, California. Peter has tried over 80 trials including over 30 jury trials, and is familiar with the judges, mediators and arbitrators in Southern Nevada and Southern California. His practice areas include personal injury, car accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, premises liability, police misconduct and...

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...

The foundation of Fuller Law Practice is Rebecca Fuller, a civil litigator who prides herself on providing the highest level of service to her clients by being fully transparent with them, educating them through every step of the legal process, and advocating fiercely for them in the courtroom. For over 16 years, Rebecca has dedicated her life to attaining excellence in her field and serving the needs of her clients. When she’s not in the courtroom, Rebecca enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, attending car shows and racing events, reading, and staying apprised of the latest legal news...

Brett Carter is a partner at Benson, Bertoldo, Baker & Carter, having joined the firm in 1996. Brett has chosen to devote himself solely to the practice of personal injury law, particularly vehicular negligence, premises liability, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, products liability and negligent security. His practice ranges from those individuals who have suffered relatively minor injuries to those who have had their lives permanently and catastrophically altered as a result of another’s negligence. Typical cases consist of one or more of the following: traumatic spinal injury, traumatic brain injury, fractures, traumatic amputation, wrongful death, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy,...

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...

Waleed “Wally” Zaman was born and raised in San Jose, California, where he lived until moving to Las Vegas, Nevada, to complete High School. After graduating High School at age 16, Waleed spent time working with a local debate team, both to develop and hone his public-speaking skills, and to help incoming high-school students learn the basics of argument and rhetoric.

Waleed then attended the University of Nevada Las Vegas, before transferring to Texas A&M. During his time at Texas A&M, Waleed co-managed his family’s hotel and R.V. Park businesses, while he completed his college education, and obtained a bachelors of...

Kevin graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and attend the University of San Diego School of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate in 1995. Kevin is admitted to practice before all state and federal courts in Nevada and California.

Kevin practices in the areas of personal injury, automobile accidents, slip and fall, premises liability, product liability, social security disability, consumer rights, construction law and commercial landlord/tenant law. Kevin has had numerous jury trials in Nevada and California with excellent results. His jury trials have involved automobile accidents, slip and fall cases,...

Amber Fuhriman, Esq., belongs to a rare class of Nevada attorneys who is equally competent in both criminal defense and immigration law. She has helped numerous foreigners gain permanent residency and citizenship. And when her immigrant clients face criminal charges, she knows how to defend them so as to minimize the chances of them being deported. So far Amber has accrued tremendous experience both in legal research and writing and in the courtroom. She already argued in front of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco twice, and she has been victorious on appeal to the...

Mr. Lowrey has practiced law for more than 29 years in a variety of legal settings and he brings this experience to your case. He has earned an advanced degree in taxation (LL.M.) and is a graduate of the Elder Law College. He is admitted to the practice of law in Nevada, California and New Mexico and in the highest court of each state. To learn more about Mr. Lowrey, please see the firm web site at www.lowreylaw.com.

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.

George O. West III, Esq. has been in practice since 1992. He is admitted to practice in Nevada, Arizona, and California. Mr. West PRACTICES EXCLUSIVELY in the field of auto dealership fraud and lemon law for individual consumers in Nevada and groups of consumers nationwide. The firm provides representation in matters of the sale of new and used vehicles related to overcharging, price changes, hidden or nondisclosed fees, false or bait-switching advertising, signing multiple sales contracts, non-disclosure, Truth in Lending violations, odometer rollbacks, wrongful repossession, forged or altered documents, and being given misleading or false vehicle inspection...

William J. O'Grady is a real estate and consumer attorney. Mr. O'Grady focuses primarily on representing individuals in timeshare matters. Mr. O'Grady uses his unique experience to help individuals with their timeshare cases through aggressive negotiations to keep them out of court/arbitration or finish the job if the dispute moves to that point. Mr. O'Grady has handled cases against all of the major timeshare developers with a track record of successful resolutions for his Clients from their timeshare obligations. Equally as important, Mr. O'Grady has been successful at using his litigation experience to avoid lawsuits or resolve cases before...

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...

Attorney Ann E. Kolber is the founding member of Law Practice, Ltd., a Las Vegas family law firm. With over 30 years of legal experience, Ms. Kolber has handled a wide range of family law cases, from divorce, child custody, and child support to paternity, property division, and alimony. Ms. Kolber strives to resolve cases amicably through alternative dispute resolution methods like negotiation and mediation. When these fall short, however, she is a fearless advocate for her clients in litigation.
Mr. Kolber is licensed to practice law in California and Nevada and before the U.S. District Court District of Nevada...

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...

I do car accidents, truck accident, boat accidents, slip and falls, drug reactions, vaccine reactions, products liability, insurance bad faith and legal malpractice cases. My firm also offers very affordable discount rates for uncontested probates in Nevada. Our separate website for wills, trusts, and probates is www.probatenevada.net

Mr. Poisson has a broad background in personal injury. He has significant experience in the handling of catastrophic injury cases that resulted from the negligence of drivers, health care providers, manufacturers, and property owners. Mr. Poisson takes a special pride in an aggressive and meticulous preparation for his cases. He also believes that it is important for the client to be fully informed so that they can make informed decisions. As a result of his endeavors, Mr. Poisson has played key role in obtaining significant compensation for clients. In the process, he has provided a voice for many people who...

Scott L. Poisson is a partner at Bernstein & Poisson who focuses on personal injury law. Since 1993, he has been fighting exclusively for injured people against insurance companies and big businesses. Scott is a conscientious attorney with a strong work ethic and has spent over 29 years protecting the injured. He believes in fighting tirelessly, but fairly, and within the confines of the law. He consistently achieves outstanding results for his clients due to his willingness to outwork and ability to outthink opposing counsel. Like many people, Scott did not come from a family of doctors or lawyers. He used student...

Jocelyn’s family immigrated to Las Vegas in 1981 fleeing a civil war. It is her experience as an immigrant navigating complicated processes that inspired Jocelyn to study law to try to help other families the way her family’s attorney helped them. On her way to becoming an immigration lawyer, Jocelyn graduated from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature in 2003. Thereafter, Jocelyn studied law at the University of Arizona where she was a member of the Arizona Law Review. During her time as a law student, Jocelyn represented her first family...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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.

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.