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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...

An honors graduate of UC Berkeley and Harvard Law School, Neil Shouse uses his experience as a former insurance company defense lawyer now to fight for injury victims. He helps secure big money settlements to compensate victims for medical bills, lost wages, lost opportunities and pain and suffering.

Mr. Shouse practices in Los Angeles County and Las Vegas. He represents clients injured or killed in car accidents, workplace accidents, dog attacks, dangerous products and harmful drugs.

Mr. Shouse learned personal injury law by first working on the other side. He defended large insurance companies at Sidley & Austin, one of the...

I began my legal career as a law clerk for Judge Michael Douglas in Clark County, Nevada. My firm focuses on DUI defense, criminal defense, and personal injury. My firm takes pride in fighting for our clients and communicating with them through all stages of their case. I offer free consultations and always conduct a thorough, lengthy consultation personally. My office is fully staffed with friendly, knowledgeable, experienced professionals to help you have a positive experience and get the very best result on your case.

Why did you become an attorney? From a young age the thought of becoming an advocate always appealed to me. The mere idea of having a profession, the education, and the ability to appear in court to present an argument lured me in. Upon turning 16 and obtaining a drivers license, I obtained employment as a runner at a law office. I maintained the same employment until the end of my college days at UNLV. Gaining experience from the attorneys and familiarizing myself with the court house. The influences I received throughout that opportunity sealed the deal. After college it was...

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.

Leonard H. Stone of Shook & Stone is a Las Vegas personal injury attorney who, with his partner John Shook, leads the way in strong representation for injured and victimized clients. He has helped recover millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements throughout his legal career. He attended law school at Loyola Marymount University Law School in Los Angeles. Soon after graduation, he was admitted to the State Bar of Nevada in 1995. He is also a good-standing and long-time member of the Nevada Trial Lawyers Association. He is actively involved with the American Association for Justice as well, which...

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...

Todd was born in Petaluma, California on October 31, 1975, and was raised in Sparks, Nevada. He served in the United States Navy from 1995 – 1999, after which he attended the University of Nevada. In 2004, Todd graduated from the University of Nevada with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Todd then attended the University of Oregon School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate degree in 2007. While in law school, Todd served in an externship for the Honorable Robert A. McQuaid of the United States District Court in Reno. He then served as a summer law clerk...

Mr. Bernstein opened his own law practice in 1983 and has worked exclusively on personal injury cases. Mr. Bernstein handles a variety of injury cases including but not limited to: auto accidents; medical malpractice; slip and falls; dog bite/injuries; sexual abuse; nursing home negligence; construction accidents; taxi accidents; truck accidents; wrongful death; brain injury; admiralty law; product liability; drowning; watercraft accidents; bicycle accidents; cruise ship accidents; legal malpractice; moped accidents; motorcycle accidents, and all types of injury and catastrophic cases. Above all, Mr. Bernstein believes in handling every case personally and delivering stellar results for his clients.

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...

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...

Our practice focuses on the areas of personal injury, workers compensation and immigration. Our top rated injury lawyer team is here to provide you with the best possible legal service and experience. My interest in the law developed in a unique manner. My father was a small town medical doctor and my mom was a nurse. From a very young age I knew I wanted to help people. When I decided on law, I was thrilled to learn that I could work alongside medical providers to help a client regain their health, in addition to helping them recover a financial...

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...

Originally from the sunny beaches of Southern California, attorney Timothy Revero transplanted to Nevada in 2014 to pursue a career in law. However, before he did, Timothy practiced as a Registered Nurse in California for almost 10 years starting in 2008. He received a certification in Advanced Emergency Trauma Nursing and eventually went on to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Phoenix in 2011. Timothy was a seasoned and skilled Registered Nurse specializing in the areas of Emergency/Trauma, ICU, Pediatric Emergency, and Mobile Intensive Care Transport. Later he became a professional traveling nurse practicing...

Jonathan graduated from Maryland’s Towson University with a Double Major in Economics and Political Science. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Jonathan joined the Richard Harris Law Firm team in 2019.

Jonathan was inspired to become a lawyer due to his natural drive to help people. He knows that when people need the services of an attorney, they are often scared, frustrated, and hurt. He likes helping to relieve that burden by explaining the litigation process and helping them to understand that they have someone...

As Managing Attorney for Edward M. Bernstein & Associates in Las Vegas, Patti has been instrumental in assisting thousands of people with their accident and injury claims. For more than 19 years, she has worked primarily in Mass Tort and Personal Injury cases, with an emphasis in brain injuries, seriously injured plaintiffs and pharmaceutical litigation. In addition, Patti was one of the lead attorneys in the litigation against the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada. In 2011, Patti was trial co-counsel in Washington v. Teva which resulted in a $104 million verdict ( the 7th largest verdict in the United...

Attorney Matthew W. Hoffmann is an experienced personal injury attorney who is currently employed by Battle Born Injury Lawyers, a distinguished law firm helping personal injury victims throughout Nevada, including Las Vegas, Reno, Henderson, and the vicinity. Born and raised in rural North Dakota, Matthew went on to attend the University of North Dakota School of Law. A scholarship student, as well as the President of the Moot Court Board, Attorney Hoffmann, earned his Juris Doctorate With Distinction. After graduation, Matthew moved to Las Vegas to begin his legal career. His first position was with an insurance defense firm, one of the...

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...

A Las Vegas native, Alberto earned his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He continued his education at Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon, where he earned his Juris Doctor. Alberto joined the Richard Harris Personal Injury Law Firm in July 2017, and he has been practicing since May 2018.

Alberto was inspired to become a lawyer after his 6th grade teacher encouraged him to research the legal profession. He was in awe of how lawyers were able to help people, and he decided to pursue a career in the legal field. Alberto...

Staying in the same profession for over 40 takes passion and dedication. That is exactly what you get from Richard Koch. A personal injury lawyer who truly takes pride and cares about helping injury victims receive the justice they deserve after an accident. Whether it is a car accident or a work related injury, he has personally helped hundreds of clients get the best settlement possible. He is co-founder and partner of the law firm Koch & Brim, LLP located in Las Vegas, NV.

Dean M. Tingey was born in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1964. He attended Brigham Young University, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1989. He also attended Gonzaga Law School, where he received a Juris Doctorate degree in 1997. He was admitted to the State Bar of Nevada in 1998. Dean is a member of the Clark County Bar Association and the Nevada Justice Association.

Dalton L. Hooks, Jr. is the Founding Partner at Hooks Meng & Clement.

Dalton represents clients in connection with employment related disputes in State and Federal Courts and before administrative agencies. Dalton has more than 30 years of experience in occupational safety and workers’ compensation law in Nevada and was formerly the Chief Administrative Officer of the Nevada OSHA Consultation Section (SCATS).

As a former compliance officer with the Nevada OSHA program, Dalton conducted inspections in both general industry and construction settings including accident and fatality investigations.

Dalton is an experienced trainer and former adjunct professor at UNLV. Mr. Hooks’ unique background...

If you are suffering the aftereffects of a personal injury accident, you should not hesitate to seek out the help and support you need from a trustworthy attorney. Come to The William Palmer Law Group without any delay and secure the help of a tried and true lawyer. It is of the utmost importance that you have an attorney who is trustworthy, proven, and compassionate, and the team at this firm fits that description. Attorney Billy Palmer received his Juris Doctorate at Thomas Jefferson School of Law, after earning his Bachelor of Arts degree at Brigham Young University. He is...

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...

John B. Shook - Founding Partner of Shook & Stone John B. Shook, one of the founding partners at Shook & Stone, has over 18 years of legal experience. He is an expert in managing complex trial cases, ensuring clients receive excellent representation. His expertise covers product liability, medical malpractice, premises liability, car accidents, and insurance bad faith. This wide-ranging knowledge enables him to effectively advocate for clients facing various legal challenges. John is an active member of the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, and the State Bar of Nevada. He also served as the elected Chair of the Client's...

Bruce D. Tingey was born in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1963. He attended University of Nevada at Las Vegas and Brigham Young University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1988. He also attended California Western School of Law, where he received a Juris Doctorate degree in 1991. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1991 and the State Bar of Nevada in 1993. Bruce is a member of the Clark County Bar Association, the Nevada Law Foundation, and the Nevada Justice Association.

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...

Don C. Tingey was born in Centerville, Utah, in 1935. He attended Utah State University and University of Utah, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1962. He also attended George Washington University, where he received a Juris Doctorate degree in 1966. He was admitted to the Utah State Bar in 1967, and the State Bar of Nevada in 1969. Don is a member of the Clark County Bar Association, the Nevada Justice Association, the American Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice.

At Melvin Goldberg Injury Law we are dedicated to representing you in your personal injury or worker's compensation claim. We will help you to recover for your losses caused by the negligent or intentional acts of others. Our goal is to maximize YOUR net compensation for your damages. Please let our experience work for you. We will fight for your rights.

The relationship between a workers’ compensation attorney and their injured worker client entails frequent client contact about personal medical and financial problems. I developed a passion for the law and a desire to help injured workers from my Mother, who was also a Workers' Compensation Law Attorney. My mother was a funny, kind-hearted, and a hard-working woman that truly took pride in helping people when they needed it most. She remains my inspiration for being a lawyer. It is the values I learned working for her at 16 years old that I carry into my practice of law, how...

Upon moving to Las Vegas in 1981, attorney Eric Woods began practicing law in Clark County where he committed his time exclusively to helping victims of various sorts of accident. While attending law school at McGeorge School of Law, Mr. Woods studied abroad at the European Union Common Market Offices in Brussels, Belgium where he gained unique experience that allows him a more dynamic approach to the cases he takes on. He makes sure to personally tend to each case ensuring his clients that they are receiving the highest quality counsel.

Attorney Kimbrell is licensed in Nevada and Arizona and is conversant in Spanish. He specializes in Disability law (SSDI/SSI) Injured Worker's law (Workers Comp), Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. Michael Kimbrell served in Afghanistan in 2013 as a Judge Advocate with the 3rd Infantry Division, Section Chief Rule of Law.

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...