Atty. Brian Hardy
Mr. Hardy’s areas of practice include: civil litigation, insurance defense, business litigation, formation & licensing; real estate; administrative & regulatory law; campaign & election law; First Amendment & defamation; legislative affairs; intellectual property; constitutional law and eminent domain.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Las Vegas, NV · 20+ Years Experience
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About Brian Hardy at a Glance
Brian Hardy is a business, ip, zoning, and litigation attorney based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Marquis Aurbach. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Nevada, U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, Nevada, U.S. District Court District of Nevada (2006), Nevada, State Bar of Nevada (2006), and Nevada, U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit (2013). Educated at William S. Boyd School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Weber State University (B.S., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Serves clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Hardy
- Mr. Hardy’s areas of practice include: civil litigation, insurance defense, business litigation, formation & licensing
- real estate
- administrative & regulatory law
- campaign & election law
- First Amendment & defamation
- legislative affairs
- intellectual property
- constitutional law and eminent domain
- Mr. Hardy returned to Marquis Aurbach after serving as vice president and general house counsel for a prominent firearms group
- Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Hardy served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Federal District Court Judge James C. Mahan
- While working for the Federal District Court, Mr. Hardy assisted the Judge Mahan in his services as Judge Pro Tempore on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Pasadena, California
- Mr. Hardy has successfully handled jury and bench trials obtaining multi-million-dollar judgments on behalf of his clients
- Moreover, Mr. Hardy has represented local, national and international clients and has filed on behalf of his clients petitions and appeals to the Nevada and United States Supreme Courts
- Having served as the attorney for state and local political parties, Mr. Hardy has overseen, advised and litigated issues regarding elections, campaigns and voting rights
- Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Hardy has obtained privileged and other licenses for firearms companies, restaurants, sports bars, gaming manufacturers, slot route operators and medical/recreational marijuana establishments
- He has also assisted clients in proposing and opposing legislation and controls which impact their business and trade associations and presenting policy and other arguments on behalf of clients before federal, state and local regulatory and professional agencies
- Mr. Hardy served on the board of a number of organizations including Easter Seals Nevada and Roseman University
- Beyond the office, Mr. Hardy enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his wife and four children
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Hardy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Hardy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Las Vegas.
Business & Corporate Law in Las Vegas
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian Hardy is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nevada →
Intellectual Property in Las Vegas
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Brian Hardy is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Nevada →
Land Use & Zoning in Las Vegas
Brian Hardy is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Nevada →
Civil Litigation in Las Vegas
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Brian Hardy is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nevada →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Las Vegas
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 Las Vegas 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 venue, 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.
Las Vegas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Las Vegas-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Las Vegas Choose Brian Hardy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Hardy's practice in the field of business, ip, zoning, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Hardy brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Nevada, U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, Nevada, U.S. District Court District of Nevada, and Nevada, State Bar of Nevada, Brian Hardy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and zoning, Brian Hardy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas-based practice means Brian Hardy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Hardy Handles in Las Vegas
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Hardy has experience with under Nevada law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Hardy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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