Atty. James E. Berchtold
James E. Berchtold is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, labor and employment and 1 other area of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Las Vegas, NV · 30+ Years Experience
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About James E. Berchtold at a Glance
James E. Berchtold is an Of Counsel based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1996) and U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1996). Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1996) and University of Utah (B.A., 1992). Active member of Clark County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada. Serves clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Berchtold
- James E. Berchtold is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, labor and employment and 1 other area of law
- James E. received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
- James E. practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Berchtold's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Berchtold handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Las Vegas.
Personal Injury in Las Vegas
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.
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Employment Law in Las Vegas
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James E. Berchtold is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nevada →
Business & Corporate Law in Las Vegas
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Berchtold is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nevada →
Construction Law in Las Vegas
James E. Berchtold is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Nevada →
Civil Litigation in Las Vegas
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Las Vegas
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 venue, 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.
Las Vegas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Las Vegas-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Las Vegas Choose James E. Berchtold
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Berchtold's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, construction, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Berchtold brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Nevada and U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, James E. Berchtold can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, James E. Berchtold can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas-based practice means James E. Berchtold attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James E. Berchtold Handles in Las Vegas
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