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About Michael D. Hoy at a glance
Michael D. Hoy is a Shareholder based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Hoy Chrissinger Vallas, PC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on copyright, business, and construction. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1986), California (1987), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at University of Arizona College of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Nevada at Reno (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washoe County and American Bar Associations Nevada State Bar State Bar of California American Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Phi Alpha Delta
- Law Clerk to Hon. Melvin T. Brunetti, Circuit Judge, U.S
- Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 1986-1987
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"Eminent Domain: Judicial Review in Condemnation Under Arizona's Slum Clearance and Redevelopment Statute," Arizona Law Review, 27-1, 1985
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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 Reno 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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