Atty. John Othmar Swendseid

Atty. John Othmar Swendseid

John Othmar Swendseid is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, public finance tax, state and local government law and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About John Othmar Swendseid at a glance

John Othmar Swendseid is a Partner based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Sherman & Howard L.L.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on tax, government, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1977) and Nevada (1982). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1977) and Gonzaga University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Othmar Swendseid is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, public finance tax, state and local government law and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Sherman & Howard L.L.C. in Las Vegas, NV and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

John Othmar Swendseid's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Othmar Swendseid handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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

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Where is John Othmar Swendseid's law office located?
John Othmar Swendseid's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is Sherman & Howard L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Othmar Swendseid handle?
John Othmar Swendseid focuses on tax, government, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has John Othmar Swendseid practiced law?
John Othmar Swendseid has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Othmar Swendseid go to law school?
John Othmar Swendseid earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John Othmar Swendseid for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Othmar Swendseid received?
John Othmar Swendseid's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1977
B.A.
Gonzaga University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1977
Nevada
Admitted: 1982

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