Large Number of Jones Vargas Attorneys Selected for Annual "Best Lawyers in America" List
“Best Lawyers in America,” considered the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, announced last week a large number of Jones Vargas attorneys for inclusion in its 2011 “Best Lawyers” list.
Fielder, Bubala Lead Presentation on Changes in Foreclosure Proceedings
Jones Vargas shareholder Elizabeth Fielder and senior associate Louis Bubala III are featured speakers at the National Business Institute's (NBI) presentation of "Learn Best Practices to Handle Forclosures Confidently" workshop on Wednesday, April 13, 2010 at the Circus Circus Hotel Casino in Reno, Nv.
Rose Joins Jones Vargas' Reno Office
Jones Vargas’ Reno office announces the addition of Jason Rose to its litigation practice group. Rose focuses his practice in the area of bankruptcy litigation. The firm’s bankruptcy attorneys represent creditors and creditors' committees in debt restructuring, bankruptcy, litigation and related corporate and finance transactions.
Jones Vargas' Michael Buckley named 2010 Las Vegas Real Estate Lawyer of the Year
Jones Vargas shareholder, Michael E. Buckley has been named 2010 “Las Vegas’ Real Estate Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers, the oldest and one of the most respected peer-review publications in the legal profession.
Richard M. Trachok Joins Jones Vargas in Reno
Jones Vargas is pleased to announce that Richard M. Trachok has joined the firm as a shareholder.
Jones Vargas' Daniel Cereghino Admitted to State Bar of Nevada
Jones Vargas Las Vegas associate attorney Daniel Cereghino has been admitted to the State Bar of Nevada, having recently passed the State Bar exam, and is now admitted to practice before the state courts of Nevada. Cereghino is an associate attorney in Jones Vargas’ litigation practice group, which focuses on commercial and business disputes.
John Desmond Receives McKibben Model of Professionalism Award
Jones Vargas stockholder John Desmond is the 2009 recipient of the Judge Howard D. McKibben Model of Professionalism Award from the Professionalism Summit Committee.
Brian Sandoval Joins Jones Vargas as Of Counsel
Former Federal Judge Brian E. Sandoval has joined the Reno office of Jones Vargas, and will focus on mediation, arbitration and dispute resolution
Jones Vargas Associate Katie Fellows Elected to Board of Directors for Red Cross, Southern Nevada Chapter
Jones Vargas is pleased to announce that associate Kathleen Fellows has been elected to the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross, Southern Nevada Chapter.
Jones Vargas Makes 2009 Edition of the Legal 500
The Las Vegas office of Jones Vargas has been named in the 2009 edition of The Legal 500 United States series for the firm’s work in real estate, construction and gaming in the state of Nevada. The Legal 500 provides global recommendations for firms across 100-plus countries and is the international first point of reference for clients and key referrers of legal work.
Jones Vargas Transactional Announcements
Alan Rabkin, Of Counsel in the Reno office of Jones Vargas law firm recently assisted New York Stock Exchange Company, Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL), in its successful $200 million recapitalization efforts. Western Alliance owns Bank of Nevada and First Independent Bank of Nevada. Rabkin also obtained licensing through the Division of Insurance for Sun West Bank to sell insurance to its customers.
Jones Vargas' Connie Akridge Elected Vice President, State Bar of Nevada
Jones Vargas stockholder, Constance L. Akridge has been elected Vice President of the State Bar of Nevada officials announced last week. Akridge works in the firm's Las Vegas office where her practice focuses on health care, ERISA, COBRA and HIPPA matters, as well as insurance regulation. She serves as Vice President of the Bar through the upcoming year, where her duties include promoting the mission of the organization and reform in the law and helping to provide education to attorneys.
Jones Vargas Names David Carroll, Matt Milone as Stockholders
Jones Vargas law firm announces the promotion of two attorneys in its Las Vegas office. David Carroll and Matt Milone were named Stockholders in one of Nevada’s oldest law firms last week, joining 18 others to make 20 in the southern Nevada division. There are now a total of 34 Stockholders in Jones Vargas’ two Nevada locations.
Jones Vargas Names Ryan Herrick, Brian Irvine, Brett Scolari as Stockholders
The Jones Vargas law firm announces the promotion of three attorneys in its Reno office. Ryan Herrick, Brian Irvine and Brett Scolari were named Stockholders in one of Nevada’s oldest law firms last week, joining 11 others to make 14 stockholders in the firm’s northern Nevada division. There are now a total of 34 stockholders in Jones Vargas’ two Nevada locations.
Michael Buckley Appointed to Las Vegas Planning Commission
Jones Vargas shareholder Michael Buckley has been appointed to the Las Vegas City Planning Commission through June 2009. Buckley is the former chair of the Planning Commission and also leads Jones Vargas’ transactional practice group.
Jim Wadhams Speaks on Current Legislative and Department of Insurance Issues
Jim Wadhams, Jones Vargas shareholder and member of the firm’s Government Relations practice group, is slated to present to the Clark County Association of Health Underwriters (CCAHU) Jan. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at Las Vegas’ View 215. During the group’s monthly luncheon, Wadhams addresses issues regarding the current legislative session and the state Department of Insurance. Having practiced in Nevada for more than 30 years, he is one of the state’s top government relations and insurance law attorneys.
Jones Vargas Wraps Up Year of Giving Back to Northern Nevada Non-Profits
Jones Vargas, one of Nevada’s oldest and largest law firms, has given nearly $36,000 to 22 charitable organizations throughout the Reno-Sparks area in 2008. Community involvement is a significant aspect of the firm’s corporate culture and each attorney is encouraged to become an active member within various community organizations.
Jones Vargas Wraps Up Year of Giving Back to Southern Nevada Non-Profits
Jones Vargas, one of Nevada’s oldest and largest law firms, has given more than $46,000 to 16 charitable organizations throughout southern Nevada in 2008. Community involvement is a significant aspect of the firm’s corporate culture and each attorney is encouraged to become an active member in a community organization.
Jones Vargas Staff Sends 20 Holiday Care Packages to Marines Serving Overseas
Staff members at the Reno office of Jones Vargas are helping to make some Marines' holidays a little brighter this year with care packages shipped overseas to Marine Corp Unit 44035 currently serving in Iraq. More than one dozen Jones Vargas employees took part in the law firm’s “Adopt-A-Troop” for the holidays program, collecting movies, CDs, books, magazines, games, toiletries, and plenty of snacks and candy in an effort to bring a little bit of home to the desert while the Marines are thousands of miles away from friends and family.
Jones Vargas Associate Assists Washoe County Seniors with Will and Estate Planning
Jones Vargas associate, John Sande IV, is reaching out to local seniors through Washoe County Senior Services by offering legal assistance to those in need of will writing services.
Jones Vargas' Cohen Works with Anti-Defamation League, Boyd School of Law, on Landmark Trials Lecture Series
Jones Vargas stockholder Douglas Cohen has worked together with the Anti-Defamation League and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Boyd School of Law to plan a special, four-month-long lecture series highlighting landmark trials of Jewish citizens that changed the course of history. Cohen is chairman of the Las Vegas Anti-Defamation League Civil Rights Committee.
Jones Vargas' Michael Buckley Featured Speaker at Development Agreements, Easements and CCRs Seminar
Jones Vargas stockholder Michael Buckley is a featured speaker at Law Seminar International's encore presentation of Development Agreements, Easements and CCRs seminar December 3.
Justin Bustos, Kenneth Ching and Nicole Harvey Join Jones Vargas Reno Office
The Reno office of Jones Vargas announces the addition of three new members to its litigation practice group, Justin Bustos, Kenneth Ching and Nicole Harvey.
Anthony DiRaimondo, Dana Krulewitz and Daniel Stewart Join Jones Vargas Las Vegas Office
The Las Vegas office of Jones Vargas announces the addition of three new members to its litigation practice group, Anthony DiRaimondo, Dana Krulewitz and Daniel Stewart.
Elizabeth Fielder Named President, Commercal Real Estate Women of Northern Nevada
Jones Vargas stockholder Elizabeth Fielder is recognized as incoming president of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) of Northern Nevada for 2009 at the organization’s annual installation dinner. As president, Fielder leads a group committed to the success of women in the commercial real estate industry.
Alan Rabkin to be keynote Speaker at Nevada Business Summit
Alan B. Rabkin, Of Counsel at Jones Vargas, is the keynote speaker among a slate of business leaders scheduled to present at the Nevada Business Summit, November 17th. The event, which is entitled "Nevada Business Summit: The Economy" takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the University of Nevada, Reno's Joe Crowley Student Union
Northern Nevada Bankruptcy Bar Association Elects Jones Vargas' Louis Bubala as President
Jones Vargas associate Louis M. Bubala III was elected president of the Northern Nevada Bankruptcy Bar Association (NNBBA). As president, Bubala coordinates monthly meetings including the selection of topics and speakers. He also serves as a liaison between local attorneys and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, the U.S. Trustee's Office and the State Bar of Nevada.
Sixteen Jones Vargas Attorneys Named Among 2009 “Best Lawyers in America”
Nine Jones Vargas attorneys in the Las Vegas office and seven in the Reno office were named among the nation’s top lawyers in the 2009 edition of “The Best Lawyers in America.” The attorneys named in the Las Vegas office include stockholders Joseph W. Brown, Michael E. Buckley, Douglas M. Cohen, Edward M. Garcia, Gary R. Goodheart, Jodi R. Goodheart, Paul A. Lemcke, Kirk B. Lenhard, and James L. Wadhams. The seven from the Reno office include stockholders Michael G. Alonso, Janet L. Chubb, William C. “Dave” Davis Jr., Elizabeth M. Fielder, Ann Morgan, Albert F. Pagni, and John P. Sande III.
Ledford Addresses New Federal Trade Commission Rules at Nevada Rural Electric Association Annual Meeting
Jones Vargas attorney Curt Ledford appeared at the 2008 Nevada Rural Electric Association’s Annual Meeting to outline the Federal Trade Commission’s new “Red Flags” rules regarding protecting consumers against identity theft Oct. 2.
Jesse Wadhams Leads Discussion on Future of Energy at 2008 Nevada Rural Electric Association Meeting
Jones Vargas attorney and lobbyist for the Nevada Rural Electric Association, Jesse Wadhams, moderated a discussion among state politicians Friday, Oct. 3 regarding the future of energy in Nevada. Wadhams lead the legislative panel, consisting of Senator Mike McGinness and Assemblymen Ed Goedhart and Pete Goicoechea, in discussing energy policy, climate change, and energy generation and transmission in rural Nevada in light of the upcoming legislative session.
Jones Vargas Bankruptcy Attorney, Louis Bubala, Shares Knowledge with Region’s Judges and Lawyers
While economic troubles fill the headlines, stockholder Louis Bubala keeps abreast of the latest developments to help clients protect assets and collect debts. This awareness earned Bubala a nod to speak during a three-part presentation to the Northern Nevada Business Bankruptcy Association (NNBA) on changes in the courts concerning creditors, debtors and bankruptcy law.
Jones Vargas Attorney, Janet Chubb, Appointed by DQ Holdings
Stockholder Janet Chubb has been appointed by DQ Holdings to serve on the Oversight Committee of the “Desert Power Liquidating Trust.” A member of Jones Vargas’ Litigation Practice Group, Chubb’s new role includes monitoring the actions of the liquidating trustee.
Jones Vargas Attorneys Named “Super Lawyers”
Mountain States “Super Lawyer” magazine recognized five Jones Vargas attorneys from the Reno office among the best in the region on its 2008 “Super Lawyers” list—ranking them at the top of the legal profession.
Jones Vargas Attorneys named "Super Lawyers"
Mountain States “Super Lawyer” magazine recognized nine Jones Vargas attorneys from the Las Vegas office among the best in the five-state mountain region on its 2008 “Super Lawyers” list—ranking them at the top of the legal profession.
Jones Vargas Stockholder, Janet Chubb, Attends International Bankruptcy Conference in France
Stockholder Janet Chubb recently returned from the GRIP 21 Initiative for Insolvency Prevention, Judicial Summer Camp for Bankruptcy Judges in Paris, France July 2 – 4, 2008.
Jones Vargas Associate Matthew Sollitto Admitted to Nevada State Bar
Associate Matthew Sollitto is now licensed to practice law in the state of Nevada, having recently passed the Nevada State Bar exam.
Jones Vargas Welcomes Law Students to Las Vegas Office
The following law students were selected for the 2008 Jones Vargas summer program – Las Vegas office: Parker Brooks, Daniel Cereghino, James Conway, Christopher Infanger and Charles Peterson.
Jones Vargas Welcomes Law Students to Reno Office
Jones Vargas selects David Audorff, Jr. and Brent Meyer to participate in the firm’s summer program. Candidates chosen to participate in the summer program are typically second-year law students, and work full-time for the summer on client-billable, clerk-level projects.
Thirteen Jones Vargas Lawyers are Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine
The Mountain States edition of Super Lawyers magazine has included twelve (12) Jones Vargas shareholders and one (1) associate in the July 2008 publication.
Redefining the ROLE OF General Counsel
Jones Vargas associate Curt Ledford has been instrumental in helping Valley Electric find its way out of difficulties in the wake of member unrest and negative press. Valley Electric, a private, independent electric utility owned by its members, recently overcame a disconcerting period thanks to the keenness and intellect of its general counsel.
Jones Vargas Associate Katie Fellows Graduates from Leadership Las Vegas
Associate Katie Fellows has graduated from “Leadership Las Vegas,” an intensive, 10-month program devoted to grooming an elite group of persons pegged as future community leaders in southern Nevada. “Leadership Las Vegas” selects just 44 people each year, representing a diverse cross section of the community, to provide in-depth insights into a variety of issues that impact residents.
Curt Ledford receives accolades for speaking at ECBA Convention
Attorney Curt Ledford served as a panelist for the annual Legal Seminar for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association in Anaheim, Calif. recently.
Jones Vargas to Educate Nevada Business Professionals
Ann Morgan and Molly Malone Rezac will educate Nevada businesspeople on employment law as it relates to employee discharge and documentation. They will lead sessions on effective workplace investigations and termination script during a continuing education seminar, entitled “Employee Discharge and Documentation in Nevada,” at the Peppermill Hotel Casino on Thursday, March 26.
Jones Vargas Promotes Attorney Rezac to Stockholder
Jones Vargas law firm congratulates Molly Malone Rezac on her promotion to stockholder. Rezac handles all types of employment law litigation matters, including discrimination claims under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act, in addition to retaliation claims, wrongful discharge claims, Family and Medical Leave Act claims, breach of contract claims and claims involving workplace torts.
Jones Vargas Associate Appointed to Northern Nevada Medical Center Bioethics Committee
Jones Vargas associate Darren Lemieux has been appointed to serve on the Bioethics Committee for Sparks-based Northern Nevada Medical Center. Lemieux was invited to serve on the committee as a legal advisor regarding issues and questions that may arise during Bioethics meetings.
Janet Chubb, Jones Vargas, Reappointed to Nevada Supreme Court Settlement Program
Janet Chubb, a stockholder in the Reno office of Jones Vargas, was reappointed recently to the State of Nevada Supreme Court Settlement Conference Program. Chubb joins a panel of 13 other judges in the state for her three-year term and has been included as a mediation judge for the program since 1997. The Settlement Program began in 1977 and was designed as an alternative dispute resolution system. Its goal is to help clients reach a mutually acceptable solution without going through the trial process.
Jones Vargas Announces Two New Members in Las Vegas Office
The Las Vegas office of Jones Vargas announces the addition of two new members to its transactional group, Richard Barrier, of counsel, and Bryan Lindsey, associate. The transactional group focuses on practices such as municipal finance, mergers and acquisitions, insurance law, probate and estate planning, and real estate development.
Jones Vargas Transactional Group Welcomes Matthew Sollitto
The Las Vegas office of Jones Vargas welcomes Matthew Sollitto to its business and real estate transactions practice group. The transactional group focuses in areas including municipal finance, mergers and acquisitions, insurance law, probate and estate planning, and real estate development.
Jones Vargas Government Relations Group demonstrates skills to International Conference of Attorneys
The Jones Vargas government relations group was selected recently by TerraLex, an international organization consisting of top law firms from around the world, to do a presentation on the field during the TerraLex Annual General Meeting in Mexico City, Mexico.
Jones Vargas announces two new members in Las Vegas office
The Las Vegas office of Jones Vargas announces the addition of two new members to its transactional group, Richard Barrier, of counsel, and Bryan Lindsey, associate. The transactional group focuses on practices such as municipal finance, mergers and acquisitions, insurance law, probate and estate planning, and real estate development.
Jones Vargas donates 365 pounds of food to Food Bank of Northern Nevada
As part of a challenge issued to local businesses by the Reno-Tahoe Young Professionals Network (RTYPN), the Reno office of Jones Vargas recently collected 365 pounds of food for the Northern Nevada Food Bank. Its winning collection beat the nearest competitor by more than 220 pounds, and all other amounts combined did not equal Jones Vargas’ contribution to the Food Bank.
Jones Vargas Associate recognized as top young professional in Reno-Tahoe
Jones Vargas associate John Sande IV was recently selected as one of the top 20 professionals in the Reno-Tahoe area – under the age of 40 - who are helping to enhance the quality of life in northern Nevada. Sande accepted his award, along with 19 other honorees, at a leadership summit presented by the Reno Gazette-Journal and the Reno-Tahoe Young Professionals Network Sept. 29.
New Associates join Jones Vargas Reno Litigation Practice Group
The Reno office of Jones Vargas announces the addition of two new associates to its litigation practice group, Kim Lou and Thoran Towler. The Jones Vargas litigation group focuses on a number of discrete areas involving commercial and business disputes. These include construction, eminent domain, corporate and partnership disputes, intellectual property, real estate, employment, professional malpractice defense, title insurance and escrow, healthcare, and gaming.
15 Jones Vargas lawyers named "Best" in Las Vegas, Reno
“The Best Lawyers in America,” considered the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, recently announced its “Best” lawyers for 2008, 15 of which are Jones Vargas attorneys in both the Reno and Las Vegas offices. Three of the 15 ranking Jones Vargas lawyers celebrate milestones with the 2008 publication: Michael E. Buckley is named in the 25th anniversary edition, having been listed as a “Best Lawyer” for 20 or more years; and Ann Morgan and Kirk B. Lenhard have both been included for 10 years each.
Michael Buckley named 20 times among "Best Lawyers in America"
Michael E. Buckley of Jones Vargas Las Vegas has again been named among the top real estate lawyers in the nation by his peers, making it official with an inclusion in the 25th anniversary edition of “The Best Lawyers in America.” Buckley is among a distinguished group of lawyers to be included in the publication for 20 years or more.
Jones Vargas Associate Katie Fellows selected for Leadership Las Vegas
Katie Fellows, an associate at the Las Vegas office of Jones Vargas, has been accepted into Leadership Las Vegas, an intensive, 10-month program devoted to strengthening and educating community leaders in southern Nevada. Leadership Las Vegas selects just 44 people each year, representing a diverse cross section of the community, to provide in-depth insights into a variety of issues that impact residents.
Curt R. Ledford assists with Commercial Lofts' New Northern Las Vegas mixed-use project
In late March, North Las Vegas' first office/industrial/residential mixed-use project, Commercial Lofts' 44 unit live-work condominium development, successfully broke ground. Curt R. Ledford assisted the company navigate uncharted territory, not only by developing various custom condominium and sales documents, but, more importantly, educating the local governmental authorities and utilities about this type of use and successfully resolving local-government issues related to the commercial/office/retail nature of this project. For more information on this forward-thinking project, please visit www.commercialloft.com
