Atty. Michael A. Root
Michael A. Root is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, criminal law and 5 other areas of law.
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Michael A. Root is a Member based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Michael A. Root, Esq. P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Nevada U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1982). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Nevada, Las Vegas (B.A. Political, 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael A. Root is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, criminal law and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Michael practices at Michael A. Root, Esq. P.C. in Las Vegas, NV
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Root handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Michael A. Root is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Nevada →
Michael A. Root is one of 67,443 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Nevada →
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.
Michael A. Root is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nevada →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael A. Root is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Nevada →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael A. Root is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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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