Atty. Richard E. Donaldson

Atty. Richard E. Donaldson

Richard E. Donaldson is a lawyer practicing social security, disabilities, probate and 1 other area of law.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Richard E. Donaldson at a glance

Richard E. Donaldson is a Member based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Richard E. Donaldson, Esq., Chtd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, ssd, securities, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1974), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Nevada-Las Vegas (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Clark County Bar Association State Bar of Nevada Nevada Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard E. Donaldson is a lawyer practicing social security, disabilities, probate and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada-Las Vegas in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Richard practices at Richard E. Donaldson, Esq., Chtd. in Las Vegas, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Donaldson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Donaldson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Securities Law

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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

Common questions about Richard E. Donaldson

Where is Richard E. Donaldson's law office located?
Richard E. Donaldson's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is Richard E. Donaldson, Esq., Chtd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Donaldson handle?
Richard E. Donaldson focuses on probate, ssd, securities, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Richard E. Donaldson practiced law?
Richard E. Donaldson has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Richard E. Donaldson go to law school?
Richard E. Donaldson earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Richard E. Donaldson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard E. Donaldson received?
Richard E. Donaldson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
- 1969

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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