Atty. David J. Mortensen

Atty. David J. Mortensen

David J. Mortensen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Health Care.

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Profile Summary

About David J. Mortensen at a glance

David J. Mortensen is a litigation and health care attorney based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Hutchison & Steffen PLLC. Educated at University of Utah (J.D. William H Leary Scholar for Acedmic Distinction, 1983) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David J. Mortensen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Health Care
  • David J., who practices law in Las Vegas, Nevada, has been recognized since 2017
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Mortensen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J. Mortensen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

David J. Mortensen is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nevada →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

David J. Mortensen is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 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 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 David J. Mortensen

Where is David J. Mortensen's law office located?
David J. Mortensen's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is Hutchison & Steffen PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Mortensen handle?
David J. Mortensen focuses on litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
Where did David J. Mortensen go to law school?
David J. Mortensen earned their education at (J.D. William H Leary Scholar for Acedmic Distinction, 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact David J. Mortensen for a consultation?
You can contact David J. Mortensen 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 David J. Mortensen received?
David J. Mortensen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D. William H Leary Scholar for Acedmic Distinction
University of Utah
- 1983
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Las Vegas)
- 2025

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