Atty. Gerald M. Gordon

Atty. Gerald M. Gordon

Mr. Gordon is a founding partner and chairman of the firm's Business Restructuring & Bankruptcy Department.

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Profile Summary

About Gerald M. Gordon at a glance

Gerald M. Gordon is a bankruptcy attorney based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Garman Turner Gordon. Admitted to practice in Nevada, State Bar of Nevada. Educated at University of California Los Angeles (J.D., 1973) and University of Nevada (BA, 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Gordon is a founding partner and chairman of the firm's Business Restructuring & Bankruptcy Department
  • As one of the most influential and accomplished attorneys in Nevada, Mr. Gordon remains a prominent figure in the courtroom and business community
  • Throughout his years of legal service, the firm's Business Restructuring & Bankruptcy Department has become synonymous with business restructuring and bankruptcy in the Southwest
  • Mr. Gordon has been integrally involved in all aspects of the firm's complex insolvency practice
  • Mr. Gordon and the Business Restructuring & Bankruptcy Department have acted as lead counsel, representing debtors, committees, trustees, and creditors on many significant representations
  • Mr. Gordon has lectured extensively on both gaming and non-gaming related bankruptcy issues, including before the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald M. Gordon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald M. Gordon handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 Gerald M. Gordon

Where is Gerald M. Gordon's law office located?
Gerald M. Gordon's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is Garman Turner Gordon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald M. Gordon handle?
Gerald M. Gordon focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
Where did Gerald M. Gordon go to law school?
Gerald M. Gordon earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (BA, 1970).
How can I contact Gerald M. Gordon for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald M. Gordon 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 Gerald M. Gordon received?
Gerald M. Gordon's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Certification Rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

Education

J.D.
University of California Los Angeles
- 1973
BA
University of Nevada
- 1970

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Certification Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mountain States Super Lawyers, 2007-2014; Listed as Top 100 from 2012-2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nevada Business: Legal Elite, 2012-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Clark County Bar Association's "40 Years Club" Inductee, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Bankruptcy Board of Certification, Certified Specialist in Business Bankruptcy
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Las Vegas)
- 2011

Bar Admissions

Nevada, State Bar of Nevada

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