Atty. Brian Cole Whitaker

Atty. Brian Cole Whitaker

Brian Cole Whitaker is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Henderson Henderson 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Cole Whitaker at a glance

Brian Cole Whitaker is a Member based in Henderson, Nevada, practicing at Woods Erickson & Whitaker LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1985), California (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1985) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clark County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada State Bar of California. Provides legal services in French Italian. Serands clients in Henderson, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Cole Whitaker is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Brian practices at Woods Erickson & Whitaker LLP in Henderson, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Cole Whitaker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Cole Whitaker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Brian Cole Whitaker is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nevada →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Brian Cole Whitaker is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nevada →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Brian Cole Whitaker is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nevada →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Brian Cole Whitaker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nevada →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Brian Cole Whitaker is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nevada →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Henderson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Cole Whitaker

Where is Brian Cole Whitaker's law office located?
Brian Cole Whitaker's law practice is located in Henderson, Nevada. The firm is Woods Erickson & Whitaker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Cole Whitaker handle?
Brian Cole Whitaker focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Brian Cole Whitaker practiced law?
Brian Cole Whitaker has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
What languages does Brian Cole Whitaker speak?
Brian Cole Whitaker provides legal services in French Italian. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Brian Cole Whitaker go to law school?
Brian Cole Whitaker earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Brian Cole Whitaker for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Cole Whitaker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian Cole Whitaker received?
Brian Cole Whitaker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1985
B.S.
Brigham Young University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1985
California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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