Sloan Lawyers

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...

Phil Virga is a Registered United States Patent Attorney with over thirty-years working directly with inventors in preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications primarily within the electrical, software and mechanical arts. Phil earned both B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from California State University, Northridge in 1983 and 1987 respectively. Phil’s knowledge base includes inventions in areas of wireless communication, hardware, software and mobile applications. In addition to his broad-spectrum of patent work with inventors, Phil drafts patent appeals and coordinates the strategic IP planning and management of patent portfolios for both small and large businesses. Phil has...

Why did you become an attorney? The underlying education was the primary reason for the desire to first become an attorney. Obviously, to make a good living and enjoy what you do is the ultimate career. I have found that becoming an attorney was half the battle, becoming a great attorney involves mastering the art of legal persuasion, which is best acquired by experience, and years of training. The reward of client satisfaction truly makes me happy. I had a very strong influence with my Father, Joseph L. Benson, Sr. who was a personal injury lawyer (and received the 2011 Nevada...

For more than 30 years, Lee A. Drizin has practiced law in the areas of probate, wills, trusts, guardianship and real estate matters. “We’ve designed an approach to probate with the goal of minimizing stress after the loss of a loved one. We break down a complex and confusing process into easily understandable terms.” It’s easy to make mistakes during probate when you’re grieving and overwhelmed by the steps necessary to resolve your love one’s financial affairs. That’s why retaining a compassionate attorney you can trust can make all the difference. It’s no surprise that we have consistently been...

Rock is a graduate from University of Nevada Las Vegas with a degree in Social Sciences. Prior to this degree he earned an associates in Avionics Technology while in the United States Air Force. Rock graduated with his law degree from UNLV’s Boyd School of Law in the Spring of 2019. Rock started with Right Divorce Lawyers in 2008 as a paralegal. He is now the managing attorney with the firm.

Mike leads a 6-lawyer "dream team" that was awarded the gold medal for the LVRJ's "Best of Vegas" best criminal defense firm for 2017, 2018, and 2020 and best DUI lawyer for 2020. Known as one of the premier criminal and DUI defense lawyers in the nation, Mike has been helping clients fight--and beat--their criminal and DUI charges for 30 years. Attorney Michael Becker has taken more than 100 criminal cases to trial, securing dozens of "not guilty" verdicts and hung juries. He has achieved acquittals and/or dismissals in numerous serious felony cases, including murder, child abuse, rape, drugs...

Dana is a graduate of UNLV's William S. Boy School of Law. She graduated in 2010 and passed the Nevada Bar Exam on her first attempt in July of 2010. Prior to UNLV Law School, Dana graduated from Arizona State University Magna Cum Laude in 2007 with a Bachelor's Degree in Justice Studies and Social Inquiry, with a minor in Political Science. Dana originally hails from the Bay area and is a season ticket holder for the Las Vegas Raiders. In her spare time she enjoys watching sports, exercising and lounging by the pool when weather permits.

John Q. Khosravi's law practice focuses on Family, Business (Investment & Employment) and Talent (Artists, Athletes, Scientists/Professors/Researchers & Individuals with Extraordinary Abilities) based Immigration to the United States. Visa Petitions include EB-1, EB-2, EB-5, E-2, L-1, H1-B and TN NAFTA Visas. Mr. Khosravi works with individuals and clients of various sizes, from start-ups and small businesses to multinational corporations, in a broad range of industries, including academic, advertising, medical and research, technology, athletics, arts, fashion and entertainment fields. Mr. Khosravi is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and currently serves as the Southern California...

Selected by Super Lawyers as a 2023 Mountain States Rising Star, Las Vegas Defense Group attorney Adam Solinger practices criminal defense and family law in Nevada. Adam has a long track record of persuading prosecutors to dismiss or substantially reduce charges without a trial. Though if necessary, he is a seasoned courtroom litigator and is ready to argue for a full acquittal to a jury. Adam is a born jurist. He recently served with the Nevada Attorney General, where he gained valuable insight into how prosecutors build cases. He now uses this “insider knowledge” to craft the most effective defense available...

Stacy Rocheleau graduated from Whittier College with a degree in Business and earned Juris Doctorate degree from the University of San Diego. Stacy is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Nevada and is admitted to practice before all District Courts in the State of Nevada, the U.S. Federal District Court, and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. Stacy has been practicing divorce and family law for almost 14 years. She has served as a truancy judge and a pro-tem judge for domestic violence and discovery. Stacy is a member of the Family...

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Adam S. Kutner, Injury Attorneys, has provided trusted legal representation to injured victims in Las Vegas, Nevada, for more than 33 years. Our professional personal injury law firm comprises a team of expert lawyers who have recovered millions of dollars for our injured clients, and we’re here to help support and guide you through this challenging time as well. We understand and empathize with your situation and are here to help you in any way we can. Our skilled injury lawyers handle all types of claims, including car accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, wrongful death, and bad faith insurance...

Jamie Cogburn is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer and a founding member of J. Cogburn Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers. His practice is dedicated to representing clients in cases involving personal injury. Jamie has represented hundreds of individuals harmed by the negligence of others and is highly committed to fighting for the compensation each deserves, whether through settlement or trial. Jamie grew up in Sherman, Texas, before moving to Reno, Nevada, where he graduated from Reno High School. Jamie earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nevada and graduated cum laude from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in...

John Michaelson is the owner and managing partner of Michaelson Law. Since joining the firm in 2003, he has enjoyed helping thousands of clients build and protect their businesses and estates. John is an active member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys – all organizations that are dedicated to fostering excellence in the legal community or service. Previously, John also served as president of the Nevada WealthCounsel Forum and general counsel for of the Veterans Action Group, a local nonprofit organization. John also chaired the Elder Law Section of the Nevada State Bar from June...

Mrs. Salvatore-Perkins brings a personal touch to her divorce cases by always making her clients feel comfortable even during very stressful and emotional times. She enjoys using her skills and knowledge to help those that are in tough situations. Ms. Salvatore is licensed to practice law in both Nevada and California.

Mrs. Salvatore-Perkins attended Santa Clara University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. She continued on to earn her J.D. from Santa Clara University’s School of Law in 2011. While in law school, she was awarded the Leon Panetta research fellowship, served as...

Christian Morris, Esq. is a highly accomplished personal injury trial attorney with an unwavering dedication to her clients. She focuses solely on personal injury cases, striving to secure just verdicts or settlements. One of Christian's notable achievements involved a recent $31 million dollar verdict for a severely brain-damaged woman. This devastating outcome was a direct result of Medic West's negligence. In a cost-cutting move, the ambulance company chose to eliminate a lifesaving medication from their medic's jump bags, prioritizing saving a mere $2.42 per bag. Christian's legal prowess extends across multiple jurisdictions. She is licensed to practice law in the state and...

Las Vegas Defense Group’s newest recruit, Nevada criminal defense attorney Naomi Muhamed earned her J.D. from UNLV’s Boyd School of Law, where she served in the Kids' Court School program and made the Dean's List. She also excelled as a law clerk at Legal Aid of Southern Nevada.

Nevada criminal defense attorney Cindy Nguyen is dedicated to achieving the best results possible for our clients. Through aggressive investigation and negotiation, she can usually avoid heavy litigation and win significant charge reductions or full dismissals. Cindy earned her JD from University of Idaho College of Law and her BA in Criminal Justice from UNLV. Cindy is also a a United States Army Reserve Commissioned Officer. Cindy speaks fluent Vietnamese.

Dane Watson is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Dane graduated Cum Laude in 2015 and passed the Nevada State Bar in 2015 on his first attempt. Subsequently, Dane also passed the California State Bar in February of 2019 to give himself more flexibility practicing law in the Western States. Dane is also licensed to practice in Nevada Federal District Court and in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. During Law School, Dane was a board member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Team and attended and competed in several negotiation competitions across the west coast. Prior...

Attorney Darren Weiss graduated from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a B.A. in Criminal Justice before attaining his Juris Doctor from the University of Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law in 1998. Darren has been licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada, and admitted to practice in the Federal Southern District of Nevada since the year 2000. He is a member of the Nevada Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and other community groups and charitable organizations.

Darren has spent his career developing his legal skills and knowledge of the law and has handled thousands of cases...

Each situation is unique. Some cases require aggressive litigation, others are best served through skillful negotiations. I have the experience and ability to help protect your assets and emotional health regardless of the course chosen.

I am the owner of Piccolo Law Offices, an attorney, and a counselor at law. I serve clients in Nevada and Utah. I have a client-centered practice. I enjoy interacting with my clients directly and working personally to meet their legal needs from beginning to end. I keep my fees affordable by maintaining low overhead costs and by being efficient. I primarily practice employment law representing employees, but I also do civil rights and constitutional law. For civil rights, my focus is public accommodations and other discrimination; I do not handle prisoner or police misconduct cases.

Jordan earned his bachelor's degree in economics from The University of Nevada, Reno in 2015. Subsequently, he received a scholarship to attend UNLV's Boyd School of Law. Upon graduating from Boyd School of Law in May 2019, Jordan successfully passed the Nevada Bar Exam on his initial try. Before joining Benson & Bingham in 2023, Jordan served as a defense attorney for several prominent national law firms. During this time, he handled litigation cases for corporate clients and insurance companies across various domains, including premise liability, construction defect, and bad faith lawsuits. Originally from New York, Jordan was raised in...

Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Nicholas D. Pitaro uses his experience as a prosecutor to stay one step ahead of the D.A. when fighting to get our clients’ charges reduced or dismissed. Nicholas also served as a law clerk for the Honorable Douglas Smith, and this “backroom” insight informs his strategies for achieving the most favorable resolutions possible for our clients.

Jamie, a graduate of the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law in 2021, was admitted to the Nevada Bar the same year. Since joining forces with Christian Morris as a law clerk in 2019, Jamie has gained invaluable experience in personal injury and litigation from one of the most respected personal injury attorneys in the state. Witnessing the transformative power of helping those who've suffered, Jamie was inspired to dedicate her career to the people in need. As a trial attorney working alongside Christian, Jamie has played a pivotal role in securing successful verdicts for clients. Her unwavering commitment ensures...

Dresslove Law focuses on Consumer Debtor Protection through Chapters 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Protection, Loan Modification, Foreclosure Defense and Mediation, and Credit Repair. At Dresslove Law I wanted to create an environment centered around the client experience. I realize that when you come in, you're entering into a consultation with an attorney you don't know and a stress level that can be overwhelming. I created this firm with the intent that you are the center of attention, not just when you walk in the door for the first time, but for the duration of your representation. We'll focus on what...

Las Vegas Defense Group’s newest recruit, Nevada criminal defense attorney Evan Wozniak graduated magna cum laude from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He then earned his J.D. from UNLV’s Boyd School of Law, where he served as a student attorney in the Thomas and Mack Mediation Clinic and received the CALI Award in Products Liability.

Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Kevin Coburn has an excellent record of getting our clients’ charges reduce or dismissed. He earned his J.D. from the University of Dayton.

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...

Justin Watkins is a managing partner and founder of Atkinson Watkins & Hoffmann LLP, an AV-rated personal injury law firm in Las Vegas, NV doing business as Battle Born Injury Lawyers. He helps victims throughout Nevada get the compensation they need after devastating accidents. The attorneys at Battle Born Injury Lawyers have over 85 years of combined experience and have won over $100 million on behalf of their clients. They handle cases involving all types of incidents, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, wrongful death, nursing home abuse, dog bites, medical malpractice, and more. Justin received his...

As early as the first two years of his career, Zach was already experiencing high-dollar success on behalf of his clients, including a $4,188,137.24 judgment in McEwen v. Accelerated Commercial Consultants, a federal RICO case; and a $3,427,692 judgment in In Re the Matter of the Estate of Roslyn Schrager, a probate fraud case. Although Zach was going up against much more experienced attorneys, he refused to be intimidated and did not relent in his pursuit of justice until the case was adjudicated in favor of his clients. Zach’s success is not limited to high-profile cases. In his first...

Gordon R. Goolsby is an Attorney-at-Law in Las Vegas, NV and is the Founding Partner of Goolsby Law, Ltd.. Gordon focuses on cases pertaining to business litigation, business reorganization, bankruptcy, litigation, small business restructuring, business insolvency, personal insolvency, real estate law, claims recovery, asset sales and acquisitions, and commercial law. He has a strong background in corporate and small business restructuring and insolvency and also has a range of experience with contract and lease issues in the bankruptcy context. Gordon R. Goolsby counsels clients through bankruptcy matters, distressed loans and loan transactions. As a former law clerk...

I was born and raised in Alaska. After high school I served on active duty in the US Navy from 200-2004. After being honorably discharged I attended New Mexico State University where I graduated with Honors in 2007. I attended law school at the University of New Mexico School of Law where I served as an editor of the New Mexico Law Review and was elected President of the Federalist Society. In 2012 I founded my law firm with my wife and law partner, Amanda N. Connor Esq. We focus our practice on business law, litigation, administrative law, land use...

Mr. May started out his professional career as a Civil Engineer and after he obtained his professional engineering licenses in the states of California and Nevada, Mr. May put his professional career on hold while he went back to law school. Mr. May is one of only a handful of attorneys in the United States that has achieved the distinction of dual licensure as both a professional engineer (i.e., in the State of California) and as an attorney licensed to practice law in both Nevada and California. Mr. May’s legal practice areas include Administrative Law (i.e., including representing contractors and...