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Atty. Dan R. Reaser

Atty. Dan R. Reaser

I am incredibly fortunate to have a career helping people navigate government regulation so they can start, grow and sustain a business. For more than three decades, I have practiced regulatory and government relations law, supporting clients in the commercial gaming industry, financial services institutions, as well as telecommunication, energy and water utility companies and their customers.

Reno Reno 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Dan R. Reaser at a glance

Dan R. Reaser is a government, entertainment, and energy attorney based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Fennemore PC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and Nevada (1981). Educated at California Western School of Law (—, 1980) and California State University Fullerton (—, 1977). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I am incredibly fortunate to have a career helping people navigate government regulation so they can start, grow and sustain a business
  • For more than three decades, I have practiced regulatory and government relations law, supporting clients in the commercial gaming industry, financial services institutions, as well as telecommunication, energy and water utility companies and their customers
  • I focus on helping businesses with transactions, regulatory compliance and in licensing and other proceedings before administrative agencies, boards and commissions
  • I also have experience in government procurement disputes, judicial review of government action, and eminent domain cases
  • Before starting in private law practice, I was with the Office of the Attorney General of Nevada
  • There, I represented state agencies and officials, including the Nevada Gaming Commission, the Nevada Gaming Control Board, the State Departments of Transportation, Agriculture, Corrections, Minerals, Transportation and Wildlife, and the Nevada Commissions on Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Protection
  • I have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® in the fields of Energy Law and Gaming Law
  • as a “Leading Lawyer for Business” by Chambers USA
  • and by Mountain States Super Lawyers® in the field of Gaming
  • I am AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated (the highest rating available), by Martindale-Hubbell

Practice Areas Explained

Dan R. Reaser's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dan R. Reaser handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Dan R. Reaser is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Nevada →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Dan R. Reaser is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Reno 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 Dan R. Reaser

Where is Dan R. Reaser's law office located?
Dan R. Reaser's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. The firm is Fennemore PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dan R. Reaser handle?
Dan R. Reaser focuses on government, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Dan R. Reaser practiced law?
Dan R. Reaser has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Dan R. Reaser go to law school?
Dan R. Reaser earned their education at (—, 1980); (—, 1977).
How can I contact Dan R. Reaser for a consultation?
You can contact Dan R. Reaser 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 Dan R. Reaser received?
Dan R. Reaser's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno); Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law; Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law.

Education

California Western School of Law
- 1980
California State University Fullerton
- 1977

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gaming
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Energy Law (Reno)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
Nevada
Admitted: 1981

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