Atty. James P. Chrisman

Atty. James P. Chrisman

James P. Chrisman is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, arbitrator and 9 other areas of law.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (702) 760-4474

Profile Summary

About James P. Chrisman at a glance

James P. Chrisman is a Member based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at James Chrisman, Professional Corporation. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, adr, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1985) and University of Nebraska (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clark County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada Southern Nevada Developers' and General Contractors' Association. Serves clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James P. Chrisman is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, arbitrator and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at James Chrisman, Professional Corporation in Las Vegas, NV

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Chrisman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James P. Chrisman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

James P. Chrisman is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nevada →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James P. Chrisman is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nevada →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James P. Chrisman is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nevada →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James P. Chrisman is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Nevada →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

James P. Chrisman is one of 41,102 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James P. Chrisman

Where is James P. Chrisman's law office located?
James P. Chrisman's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is James Chrisman, Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Chrisman handle?
James P. Chrisman focuses on personal injury, employment, business, adr, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has James P. Chrisman practiced law?
James P. Chrisman has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James P. Chrisman go to law school?
James P. Chrisman earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James P. Chrisman for a consultation?
You can contact James P. Chrisman 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 James P. Chrisman received?
James P. Chrisman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1985
B.A.
University of Nebraska
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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