Richard D. Chatwin

Richard D. Chatwin

3.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Henderson, NV
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, Elder Law

2450 Saint Rose Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson, NV

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 17 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gerrard Cox Larsen

2450 Saint Rose Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson, NV, 89074

Gerrard Cox Larsen

9139 W. Russell Road, Las Vegas, NV, 89148

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Richard D. Chatwin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by hal | April 4, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Yes, He's in that 1%

Mr. Chatwin is an extremely clear communicator. He's quick to respond and attentive in all communications. His persona exudes competency and superior ethics. But aside from his stellar professional competency, Rich seems to be just a good and decent person.

Posted by John | February 9, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

waste of time

Contacted his office on December 20th 2022, spoke to his secretary and emailed the documents regarding my case the same day. I called the office back on the 29th and 30th of December and left messages, I called again on January 3rd 2023 and reached his secretary who asked me to resend the documents.... got an email from his secretary on the 19th of January stating that it would cost 450 dollars to speak with Richard Chatwin to see if he would take the case. Contacted a different firm and had my case accepted and a letter of demand sent out within a week.

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2011

Honest Trustworthy Lawyer

Mr. Chatwin did a wonderful job on my case! After dealing with many Lawyers in my life, I have found him to be the most ethical and truthful. The Judge denied our case, asking for a hearing. In order to conserve time and funds, Mr. Chatwin, re-presented more evidence to the Judge which he accepted an...d sided with what we were asking for. I was really surprised that it went in our favor, without a hearing, and so were other Attorney friends I told this to. On top of that I received a refund from Mr. Chatwin...never have I ever dealt with an Attorney who is so honest as to issue a $67.35 refund, but he was trustworthy down to the very last penny. You have heard the old saying, "99% of Lawyers give the rest a badd name." I tell you Mr. Chatwin is in that 1 percent.....I would highly recommend him to all, as he is very Professional.

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Richard D. Chatwin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Harriet Roland

Elder law lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Richard Chatwin on a guardianship and Medicaid matter that needed his exceptional knowledge and the courtroom skill to get it through the system quickly. The client was very happy and his work was outstanding."

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Zachariah Parry

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich Chatwin is as good as attorneys get. He not only knows that the law and will give you sound advice you can take to the bank, but he's the type of guy you love to be around."

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Mark Losee

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As an attorney practicing in a different area of law, when I have clients or cases also needing estate planning, I have referred to Rich."

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Homa Woodrum

Guardianship lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rich is one of the best attorneys I have worked with - he is honest and detail oriented. I was proud to write a recommendation for him to become a Certified Elder Law attorney and am proud to do the same on Avvo."

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Brandon Leavitt

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is well respected in the local legal community. I am pleased to refer estate planning clients to him. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandon Leavitt

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer for Elder Law and Probate, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine

2018

AV Preeminent Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine

2018

Rising Star Award, Mountain States Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine

2017

Mountain States Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine

2014

Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation

2014

Nevada State Representative - By Invitation Only, Special Needs Alliance

2014

Certified Specialist in Elder Law, State Bar of Nevada

2007

CALI Award - Highest Grade in Business Taxation Course, UNLV School of Law

2006

CALI Award - Highest Grade in Basic Bankruptcy Course, UNLV School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Gerrard Cox Larsen

2008 - 2014

Associate, Gerrard Cox Larsen

Associations

2019 - Present

American College of Trust and Estate Counsel

Fellow

2014 - Present

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2014 - Present

Special Needs Alliance

Nevada Representative

2014 - Present

National Elder Law Foundation

Certified Elder Law Attorney & Member

2008 - Present

State Bar of Nevada

Member

2008 - Present

Southern Nevada Estate Planning Council

Member

2008 - 2010

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2007

Nevada Law Journal

Senior Editor

2005 - 2006

Nevada Law Journal

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re: the Frei Irrevocable Trust

My client prevailed completely

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Education

2007

University of Nevada Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

MBA - Masters

2003

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Sun City Summerlin Community Presentation

Guardianship Legislative Update

2017

St. Rose Hospital Community Foundation Public Presentation

Elder Law Issues - Estate Planning, Guardianship and Probate

2017

National Business Institute National Broadcast

Medicaid Pre-Planning: Top Strategies

2016

Sun City Summerlin Community Presentation

Estate Planning, Guardianships & Medicaid: Essentials Everyone Should Know

2016

NBI Seminar

Medicaid and VA Benefits: The Complete Guide for Paralegals

2016

NBI Seminar

Guardianships From Start to Finish

2016

National Business Institute National Broadcast

Medicaid and VA Benefits: The Complete Guide for Paralegals

2016

Montevista Hospital Lunch and Learn

Powers of Attorney and Guardianships:: Everything You Wanted to Know But Are Afraid to Ask

2016

Mass Mutual Special Care Planning Event

The ABLE Act

2016

Mass Mutual Special Care Planning Event

The ABLE Act

2016

Highland Manor Community Event

You Need Long Term Care: Now What?

2015

NBI Seminar

Medicaid Planning

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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