Atty. James J. Jimmerson
Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Delta Phi. Managing Editor, Columbia Human Rights Law Review, 1975-1976.
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About James J. Jimmerson at a glance
James J. Jimmerson is a Principal based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at The Jimmerson Law Firm, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1976), U.S. District Court of Nevada (1976), California (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1978). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1976) and American College in Paris George Washington University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Phi Delta Phi
- Managing Editor, Columbia Human Rights Law Review, 1975-1976
- Noted, NAIFEH "Best Lawyers in America", 1995— Recipient: State Bar of Nevada Mid-size Firm, Pro Bono Award, 2002
Author
- "Cities Fight to Stem Growth: Constitutional Crisis From Ramapo to Petaluma," 7 Columbia Human Rights Law Review, 1975
- "Nevada Divorce Practice," Professional Education Systems, Inc., 1986
Manual
"Nevada Family Law," Legal Education Institute, 1986;
Manual
- "Orthopedics for Lawyers," Profession Education Systems, Inc. 1987
- "Summary Judgment," Nevada Civil Practice Manual, 1986
- "Recovery of Attorneys Fees," Communique, Vol. 4, No. 5, 1986
Manual
- "Business Valuation in Nevada," Legal Education Institute, Inc., 1989
- "Nevada Evidence Workshop," Professional Educational Systems, Inc., 1989—
- "Bridging the Gap: Domestic Relations," 1989-1993
- "Intentional Interference With Prospective Economic Advantage,' ABA Annual Meeting, New Orleans, 1982; "Civil Discovery: The Tough Issues Argued: Depositions," State Bar of Nevada, 1994-1995; "Recovery of Attorney Fees," Clark County Bar Association, 1991; "Cross-Examination of Expert's Evaluation," Law Education Institute, Inc., 1996; "Use of Experts in Construction Litigation," Law Seminars International, 1995; "Custody-Fantasy and Realism," National Business Institute, Inc., 1993; "How to Persuade the Jury: Jury Dynamics from the Jurors' Perspective," ABA/National Institute, 1992-1993; "Celebrity Goodwill: Is It Real or Is It a Mirage?," American Journal of Family Law, Vol. 11, No. 2, 1997; "Cross-examination of a Forensic Expert," Fairshare Magazine, July, 2000
- Arbitrator, American Arbitration Association, 1994—
- Arbitrator and Mediator, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1995—
Member
- Employee-Management Relations Advisory Committee, 1979-1981
- Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, 1987-1990
- Nevada Inns of Court, 1987
- Chairman, Nevada Taxicab Authority, 1995-2001
- State Chairman, American Bar Foundation, 1993-1999
- Chair, National Conference of Christians and Jews, 1993-1999
Director
- Greater Las Vegas Inner-City Games, 1996—
- Nevada Senior Olympics, 1994—
- Director, Kids Charities Organization, 1999-2000
Practice Areas Explained
James J. Jimmerson's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Jimmerson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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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