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Christopher Rasmussen
also known as Chris Thomas Rasmussen
About Christopher
Biography
I am a local resident who was educated in the public school system in Las Vegas, Nevada. I was involved in the boy scouts and rode horses at the old Day Dream ranch at Warm Springs and Eastern. I learned to swim at Sunset Park and climbed many local mountains in our valley with the Boy Scouts. My father was a professor at UNLV and my mother worked as a registered nurse at sunrise for 30 years. Las Vegas has provided a vibrant environment for me to thrive as a child.
During my college years at UNLV, I worked as a student worker in the the athletic facilities which included the North gym where coach Tarkanian conducted his daily practices.
As a criminal justice major I participated in a 260 hour internship with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Southwest Area Command. During this internship I spent 260 hours on the streets with patrol officers.
During my law school education at Gonzaga University, I studied in Vienna, Austria with Supreme Court Justice Scalia. My studies in three different universities in Belgium, France, and Austrian law schools allowed me the opportunity to gain an understanding of the international criminal justice system through various founders of the International Criminal Court in the Hague.
After graduation, I started working with John P. Fadgen. John was an outstanding criminal defense lawyer and a gentleman who everyone respected. First and foremost, John was a trial lawyer who had crafted his cross examination skills over the decades. His subtle cross examination style would impeach witness after witness.
I opened my first law office in 2001, in which I also was appointed to the CJA panel where I have tried four of the most lenghty and complex criminal trials in our District. United States v. Acosta (Hells Angels), United States v. Kahre (Four Month Tax Evasion Trial), United States v. Camez ( Computer Hacking) and United States v. Sellers (Complex Rico Prison Gang Trial). United States v. Bundy et al (Armed Stand-Off with federal agents) Mr Rasmussen represented Peter Santilli a journalist covering the events in real time.
These trials set the tone early in my career on how to properly defend persons charged with serious crimes.
I sit on the Indigent Defense Committee as the State Bar of Nevada representative. We evaluate lawyers to ensure indigent defendants are competently and passionately represented before our courts.
As a civil lawyer, I was accepted into the Multi-million Dollar Forum. This is reserved for trial lawyers who have received multiple verdicts and settlements in excess of one million dollars. I have settled and tried multiple million dollar cases. I have continued a long tradition of representing persons injuried by others negligence and intentional acts.
My firm has served as legal counsel since the birth of the Las Vegas Tribune, a local newspaper. I have defended multiple attempts to restrain the content of the Tribune. My partner and I have defended without a single defeat every attempt to restrain or intimidate the Tribune with frivolous litigation.
We look forward to consulting with prospective clients who expect the highest level of legal representation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
65%
27 years | 1,000 cases
Personal Injury
20%
27 years | 1,000 cases
Business
5%
27 years | 100 cases
DUI and DWI
5%
27 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-400 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Nevada for 26 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 26 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Rasmussen Law P.C.
520 South Fourth Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89101
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Violent Crime
Posted by Dennis | February 22, 2018 | Violent Crime
Mr Rasmussen got my case dismissed
I was falsely charged with strangulation of my girlfriend. Mr. Rasmussen took the case to the preliminary hearing. He got my case dismissed. I had heard about his reputation of being very aggressive but I now know he is the real deal
Christopher Rasmussen
Replied last February 22, 2018I do remember the many long meetings we had to attack these false claims. We were able to expose the lies and convince the court of your innocence. Good Luck to you and the new baby!!
Christopher Rasmussen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chris is very knowledgeable in criminal defense and is an outstanding attorney who is well respected in the legal community."
"Chris Rasmussen is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. He is a smart lawyer and a tough litigator. I tried cases with him when I was a prosecutor, and he was a tenacious and effective advocate for his clients. I highly recommend Chris as a criminal defense attorney."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. He is a friend, a classmate, a fellow graduate at law school, a lawyer in the community and a lawyer I have worked with on legal matters. He is as highly competent as they come. I cannot endorse this lawyer with any more regard. Hire him if at all possible."
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"I endorse this lawyer. If you have a criminal issue -- Call Chris!!!! I send him my clients when they have a criminal issue and they are happy with his services."
"Chris is a top notch criminal defense attorney. He is knowledgeable on a wide range of legal topics. I would refer him to anyone facing criminal charges."
"Mr. Rasmussen is an aggressive and extremely competent Criminal attorney that ensures his client always receive the highest level of service with the best possible results. It is truly a privilege to walk the halls of the Regional Justice Center with him, and I would recommend him to anyone."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer because he cares about his clients"
"Chris Rasmussen is an excellent attorney who is well-liked and highly respected by everyone in the local legal community. His vast experience in complex state and federal criminal cases makes him one of the most accomplished defense attorneys currently practicing in Las Vegas."
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"Chris knows the courtroom like the back of his hand. He has been zealously defending his clients for years in the Las Vegas Valley. If there is a defense angle in a case, Chris will find it."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a smart and talented lawyer whose excellent reputation in the community is well-deserved. I've observed him in court many times, and I've been impressed with his knowledge, thorough preparation and dedication to his clients."
"Chris is an experienced criminal defense attorney who fights hard for his clients and has handled trials at all levels in Nevada - from municipal to state to federal court. Smart, tactical and pragmatic, Chris immediately focuses on key issues and gets great results for his clients. Chris also mentors other lawyers in the community, and I trust his advice and guidance."
"Chris is one of the smartest-hardest working lawyers around. He is always well prepared to argue motions and committed to go the extra mile for his clients. It is always a pleasure when we have the opportunity to work on cases together!"
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"Mr. Rasmussen is an excellent attorney who works hard to obtain the best possible result for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Best Motorcycle Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas, Expertise
2020
Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Las Vegas, Expertise
2020
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in America, The National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Best Dui Lawyer in Las Vegas, Expertise
2019
10 Best Criminal Lawyers in the United States, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top Lawyer, Desert Companion Magazine
2014
Certificate, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
The Valley's Top Lawyers, Desert Companion Magazine
2009
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Life Member, Multi Million Dollar Forum Inductee
2006
Lifetime Membership, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
1997
CALI Award-Intellectual Property, Gonzaga School of Law
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Principal, Rasmussen Law P.C.
2006 - Present
Partner, Rasmussen & Kang LLC
2001 - 2006
Owner, Chris Rasmussen Chartered
1999 - 2001
Asscociate Lawyer, Law Offices of John P. Fadgen
1998 - 1999
Law Clerk, Law Office of John P. Fadgen
1997 - 1997
Law Clerk Intern, District Court Spokane Washington
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Vannah Costello Canepa Reidy and Rubino
Associations
2019 - Present
United States Concealed Carry AssociationEmergency Response Team
2019 - Present
American Institute of Criminal Law AttorneysMember
2019 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Criminal Justice SectionMember
2014 - Present
Nevada Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2009 - Present
Clark County Office of Appointed Counsel- Advisory Board Indigent Defense CommitteeMember
2006 - Present
Multi Million Dollar ForumMember
1998 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Child Abuse Case - Dismissed
Dismissed
State of Nevada vs Juan
Case Dismisse
Burglary and Battery Charges Dismissed Against Four Sisters
Dismissed
Drug Trafficking Case Dismissed on Fourth Amendment Violation
Dismissed
Drug Trafficking Case Dismissed on Fourth Amendment Violation
Dismissed
Brain Injury Case
One Million Dollar Settlement
State v. David
NOT GUILTY
United States v. Smith
Dismissed
United States v. Furman
Not Guilty
Confidential Settlement
7.5 million dollar settlement
Seven Million Dollar Settlement
Settlement 7 Million
Education
1998
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law
International Law Program
1995
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Face to Face
Medical Marijuana
Publications
1997
Zoning News
The Zoning of Adult Businesses
Languages
Russian
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Do the Marshals drug test people when they go in for processing?
01 Dec 2020
Q&A
I was charged with a felony and now it says NO CRIMINAL COMPLAINT FILED - SURETY BOND EXHONERATED what does that mean?
15 Sep 2020
Q&A
Do i have a case?
15 Sep 2020