Atty. George N. Benesch

Atty. George N. Benesch

George N. Benesch is a lawyer practicing water law, environmental law, civil law and 2 other areas of law.

Reno Reno 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About George N. Benesch at a glance

George N. Benesch is a litigation, civil rights, environmental, and maritime attorney based in Reno, Nevada. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1982) and University of Nevada, Reno (B.S. University, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • George N. Benesch is a lawyer practicing water law, environmental law, civil law and 2 other areas of law
  • George received a B.S. degree from University of Nevada, Reno in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • George practices in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

George N. Benesch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases George N. Benesch 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.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

George N. Benesch is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Nevada →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

George N. Benesch is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 George N. Benesch

Where is George N. Benesch's law office located?
George N. Benesch's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does George N. Benesch handle?
George N. Benesch focuses on litigation, civil rights, environmental, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has George N. Benesch practiced law?
George N. Benesch has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did George N. Benesch go to law school?
George N. Benesch earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. University, 1972).
How can I contact George N. Benesch for a consultation?
You can contact George N. Benesch 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 George N. Benesch received?
George N. Benesch's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1982
B.S. University
University of Nevada, Reno
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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