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Shawn Christopher
About Shawn
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
30%
30 years | 300 cases
Estate Planning
20%
30 years | 250 cases
Real Estate
20%
30 years | 250 cases
Bankruptcy and Debt
15%
26 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Nevada for 28 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1997
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Licensed in California for 29 years
State: California
Acquired: 1996
Location
Christopher Legal Group
2520 Saint Rose Pkwy., Suite 316, Henderson, NV, 89074
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Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Poor followup
He handled my bk case. Everything was fine until I tried to get final documents from him. He disappeared. Will not return emails/texts/phone calls. Had to go to bk court and get documents myself. I know I was his last bk case and he is no longer practicing. He charged enough; he should have seen ever...
Posted by Alex K | May 26, 2015 | Real Estate
Excellent knowledge of specific topics
I just had initial consultation with Mr. Christopher and I'm impressed by his knowledge of real estate business in details. Besides questions I had, he gave me lots of useful tips on related subjects. I'm looking forward to start doing business with this firm.
Posted by John | May 07, 2015 | Real Estate
I recommend this firm to anyone in need.
I want to thank Shawn and his staff for their representation and services that were provided me in regard to by recent real estate transaction. As I am a no nonsense kind of person, I appreciated his frankness and candid attitude when dealing with me and my concerns. I have owned many businesses, ...
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Amazing Law Firm
Mr. Christopher was knowledgable, easy to talk to, and gave me great advice. I was worried about going to talk to anyone about our finances and was even more fearful of losing everything. Mr. Christopher got rid of our second mortgage and got us back on our feet again. I don't know anyone who is h...
Shawn Christopher's Lawyer Endorsements
"Shawn is an excellent lawyer who is extremely knowledgeable in estate planning, probate and real estate matters. I strongly endorse Shawn.."
"Sean Christopher is one of the leaders in the Las Vegas bankruptcy legal community and I frequently see him at the courthouse with his clients. Sean is both knowledgeable and friendly & it is with pleasure that I offer him my most heartfelt endorsement."
"Shawn is a sharp, experienced attorney who is confident in handling complicated consumer bankruptcy issues. He will also fight when banks and creditors have treated his clients wrong or not followed the bankruptcy code. I trust Shawn's insight and endorse him."
Jeffrey Posin
Family lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Disbarment issued in NV, 2021
updated on 08/24/2021This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Nevada State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Honors
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Managing Partner, Christopher Legal
2001 - 2004
Of Counsel, Rosenfeld & Money
1998 - 2001
Attorney, Law Office of Shawn Christopher
1997 - 1998
Associate, Edwards, Olsen Waite & Winterton
1994 - 1997
Associate, Sulzner & Associates
Associations
2012 - Present
Nevada Real Estate DivisionBroker
2010 - Present
Greater Las Vegas Association of RealtorsRealtor
1997 - Present
State Bar of NevadaAttorney Member
1996 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
2008 - 2013
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Rodgers (Rodgers v. Bank of America)
Sanctions and Punitive Damages paid by Bank of America for violating the Bankruptcy Discharge Injunction
In re Adan
Political asylum was granted after it was intially denied by INS.
Education
1996
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Understanding a Preliminary TItle Report & What To Do About the Landmines
Continuing Education
2014
The Effects of HOA Lien Foreclosures
Education Seminar
2014
Selling & Buying Real Estate Through Probate or Trust Administration
Continuing Education
2014
Legal Pitfalls of Marketing by Email, Phone & Fax
Continuing Education
2014
Ethics: What NRS 645 & NAC 645
Continuing Education
Publications
2012
Las Vegas Business Press
Executive Snapshot
2004
Las Vegas Review Journal
Simple Will vs. Living Trust - Which Do You Need?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
LLC operating agreement review & real estate advice
04 Jun 2015
Q&A
When bank accounts are in a trust are the signers on the account limited to the trustees of the trust?
06 May 2015
Q&A
Went to a notary public to get my will notarized and was told they are not allowed to do it, that I have to go to a paralegal to
30 Apr 2015