Atty. Francis Jay Short

Atty. Francis Jay Short

Atty. Francis Jay Short is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, workers compensation and 5 other areas of law.

Reno Reno 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (775) 799-5316 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Francis Jay Short at a glance

Francis Jay Short is a car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Reno, Nevada. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1990) and Wisconsin (1995). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1990) and University of Wisconsin - Madison (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Francis Jay Short is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, workers compensation and 5 other areas of law
  • Francis received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Francis practices in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Francis Jay Short's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Francis Jay Short handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Drug Crimes

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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.

Francis Jay Short is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nevada →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Francis Jay Short is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Nevada →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Francis Jay Short is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Francis Jay Short

Where is Francis Jay Short's law office located?
Francis Jay Short's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francis Jay Short handle?
Francis Jay Short focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Francis Jay Short practiced law?
Francis Jay Short has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Francis Jay Short go to law school?
Francis Jay Short earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Francis Jay Short for a consultation?
You can contact Francis Jay Short 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1990
B.A.
University of Wisconsin - Madison
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1990
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1995

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