Atty. Richard McKnight

Atty. Richard McKnight

Richard McKnight is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial litigation. Richard received a degree from St.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard McKnight at a glance

Richard McKnight is a Member based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at The McKnight Law Firm, PLLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), Nevada (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1976), and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at St John's University School of Law (JD, 1975) and St. Johns University (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clark County, New York State and American. Serands clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard McKnight is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial litigation
  • Richard received a degree from St. Johns University, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Richard practices at The McKnight Law Firm, PLLC in Las Vegas, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Richard McKnight's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Richard McKnight is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Nevada →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 McKnight

Where is Richard McKnight's law office located?
Richard McKnight's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is The McKnight Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard McKnight handle?
Richard McKnight focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Richard McKnight practiced law?
Richard McKnight has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Richard McKnight go to law school?
Richard McKnight earned their education at (JD, 1975); (—).
How can I contact Richard McKnight for a consultation?
You can contact Richard McKnight 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 Richard McKnight received?
Richard McKnight's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
St John's University School of Law
- 1975
St. Johns University
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
Nevada
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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