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Keith Pickard
also known as Senator Keith Pickard
About Keith
Biography
Senator Keith Pickard focuses on complex divorce cases, child custody and relocation cases, and property distribution and alimony cases. Keith is the Senator for Nevada Senate District 20 and has written, sponsored, and helped pass numerous improvements to the family laws of Nevada. Keith received his Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University and his Juris Doctorate degree from the William S. Boyd School of Law at University of Nevada Las Vegas. Keith also enjoys shooting sports, including local 3-gun competitions.
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Licensed in Nevada for 14 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Utah for 13 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Nevada Family Law Group, LLC
10120 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite 140, Henderson, NV, 89052
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Advocacy (13)
Case Results (8)
General Knowledge (8)
Recommendation (8)
Communication Style (7)
Professionalism (6)
Practice Area Knowledge (5)
Trustworthiness (4)
Character & Conduct (3)
Responsiveness (3)
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Åsa | April 01, 2020 | Divorce & Separation
Keith Pickard helped me so I can continue with my divorce without worries.
Now everything about my divorce is easy to understand thanks to Keith. I was worried sick until he explained right & wrong in just a couple of hours after I sent my question. If I need more help I know who to call and book a meeting. I’m ever so thankful.
Posted by Joshua | August 15, 2018
Keith answered my question after HOURS of internet searching
perfectly explained the answer to my question i had looked for an answer online for hours before finding this website and becoming a member and getting an answer within the day
Posted by Zachariah Parry | March 12, 2014 | Family
Great communication. Very Trustworthy.
If I could pick any lawyer in the valley to represent me in a family law case, it would be Keith Pickard. He treats his clients well, responds to calls immediately, does not back down from opposing counsel, and advocates skillfully and zealously. I have so much confidence in him, I went into busin...
Keith Pickard's Lawyer Endorsements
"Keith is a fantastic attorney and a zealous advocate. I would recommend Keith to my family and friends."
"One of the most ethical, dedicated and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever met. I particularly admire that he does not just practice law, he is affecting and changing it in order to better serve our community. I am pleased and honored to be part of his team."
"I hold Mr. Pickard in the highest regard. He is a skilled attorney who clearly has an intimate knowledge of family law and civil procedure. Having seen his work first-hand, I can honestly say that he is an excellent attorney and a true gentleman. It is an honor to be able to work with Mr. Pickard's office!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse Mr. Pickard. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help first."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pickard always works hard for his clients."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Keith Pickard. He is an excellent family law attorney. Keith is my go-to attorney in Nevada."
"Keith is well respected in the local legal community. He has a reputation for being knowledgeable in family law and dealing with opposing counsel in a professional manner. I endorse this lawyer."
"Keith is an exceptionally talented and knowledgeable attorney. I would recommend Keith to anyone looking for a family law attorney."
"I have worked with Keith on several cases over the years. He is extremely knowledgeable, competent, and reasonable in his approach to cases, while maintaining his role as a zealous advocate for his clients. Keith's clients are always well represented in their case. Keith is an excellent attorney, and I highly recommend him."
"When you, need a family attorney it is important to retain an experienced, knowledgeable and extremely competent lawyer. Mr. Pickard is well respected in the legal community he is all three"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Keith is the best family lawyer that I know. He takes exceptional care of his clients and works hard to assure that they get the best outcome possible. Keith is an attorney that you can and should trust. He is a great person and his clients love him. Keith works hard to make sure that his clients understand exactly what their options are by counseling with them. He is a lawyer that will actually listen to you."
"Keith is a very intelligent and hard-working man. Having a family himself, he also understands all the issues involved in compassionately and considerately handling a case."
"Keith is the best family law attorney I know. That's why I went in to business with him."
"I endorse attorney Keith Pickard. He is hard working, skilled, and dedicated to his clients success. A respected member in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyer - Rising Star, SuperLawyers Magazine
2020
Top Contributor, Avvo.com
2020
AV - Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV - Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top Contributor, Avvo.com
2019
Super Lawyer - Rising Star, SuperLawyers Magazine
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo.com
2018
AV - Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Super Lawyer - Rising Star, SuperLawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer - Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Lead Counsel Rating, Lead Counsel Review Board
2014
Top Attorney 2014, Desert Companion Magazine
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo.com
2014
Pro-Bono Honor Roll, State Bar of Nevada Board of Governors
2014
Top Attorney 2014, Desert Companion Magazine
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo.com
2008
1st Place, Moot Court Competition, Clark County Bar Association
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Assemblyman, Nevada Legislature
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Nevada Family Law Group, LLC
2013 - 2014
Principal, Pickard Law Group, Chartered
2011 - 2013
Attorney, Right Lawyers
2010 - 2010
Clerk, Extern for Federal Magistrate Peggy Leen
2005 - 2008
Assistant Vice President, Toll Brothers, Inc.
Associations
2012 - Present
Utah State BarMember
2011 - Present
Nevada State BarMember
2011 - Present
Nevada Justice AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Landlord/Tenant
Favorable - Lease rescinded, clients moved without penalty, and defendants settled or were ordered to pay attorney's fees.
Sealed v. Sealed
Favorable - Physical custody was changed to our client's benefit; Dad got sole legal custody to determine child's therapist; Court awarded Dad $25,000 in attorney's fees.
Child Custody / Parental Kidnapping
Favorable - Primary Physical Custody and Attorney's fees.
Education
2020
Family Law Conference - CLE
Certificate
2016
Brigham Young University - CLE
Certificate
2016
Family Law Conference - CLE
Certificate
2015
Brigham Young University - CLE
Certificate
2014
Brigham Young University - CLE
Certificate
2014
Family Law Conference - CLE
Certificate
2013
Brigham Young University - CLE
Certificate
2013
Family Law Conference - CLE
Certificate
2012
Brigham Young University - CLE
Certificate
2012
Family Law Conference - CLE
Certificate
2011
University of Nevada Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Brigham Young University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
8th Judicial District Bench-Bar
AB 263 - New Rules for Custody and Relocation
2014
ARP Presentation
Addiction Recovery in Today's Society
Publications
2020
Nevada Business Magazine
A Line Drawn - Redistricting in Nevada
2020
Nevada Lawyer Magazine
Crossed Wires: How the Wrangling Over the Wire Act is Shaping Policy in Sports Betting
2015
Nevada Family Law Report
AB 263 - The Parental Rights Protection Act of 2015: A legislative History
2014
Inside Henderson
Unmarried Fathers Lose Big in Nevada
2014
Nevada Family Law Report
Druckman v. Ruscitti: A Controversial Child Custody Opinion
2010
Nevada Law Journal
Supreme Court Summary - Strickland v. Waymire, 126 Nev. Adv. Op. No. 25
2010
Nevada Law Journal
Supreme Court Summary - Schwartz v. Schwartz, 126 Nev. Adv. Op. No. 8
2009
Languages
English
Activity
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