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James Dean Leavitt has been practicing law in Las Vegas since 1991. He earned his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, majoring in Speech Communication Rhetoric. He earned his law degree from the University of Idaho in 1991 and was a member of the National Moot Court Team. During law school he clerked at the United States Attorneys office. He earned his L.L.M. degree in Gaming Law and Regulation from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2016. He has taught public speaking for the Calgary Board of Education, the University of Idaho and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Mr. Leavitt began his legal career in 1991 with the law firm of Galatz, Earl, Catalano and Smith. Neil Galatz, before his death, was universally recognized as one of the premier personal injury attorneys in Las Vegas. In 1993, he had the privilege of working with Goodman and Chesnoff, one of the top rated criminal defense firms in the nation. Mr. Goodman later served 12 years as Mayor of Las Vegas.
In 1994, Mr. Leavitt formed the Law Office of James Dean Leavitt and has practiced primarily criminal defense law since that time. As an attorney, he is best known for his ability to negotiate favorable settlements, which avoids the stress and costly expense of trial and to argue passionately for his clients. His specialized training in speech communication gives his clients a competitive advantage in court.
In 2004 and 2010, Mr. Leavitt was elected to the prestigious Nevada Board of Regents. The Board of Regents govern all universities and colleges throughout Nevada. They approve budgets and set poicy for the entire Nevada System of Higher Education. In 2009 and 2010, Mr. Leavitt was unanimously elected by his fellow regents to serve two successive one year terms as Chairman of the Board. As a Regent, Mr. Leavitt is best known for his passionate advocacy for increased higher education funding and leading the effort to create the new UNLV School of Medicine. Mr. Leavitt's state-wide public service has cemented his reputation as one of Nevada's most important higher education leaders. Because of mandatory term limits, Mr. Leavitt completes his 12 years on the Board of Regents at the end of 2016.
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601 S. 10th st., Las Vegas, NV, 89101
601 S. 10th St., Las Vegas, NV, 89101
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Mihai | September 19, 2024
Would not hire again
Had the right anwsears. At first was very reponsive, once I made full payment, was very hard to get a hold of. He did not take the time to make me feel comfortable about my case. I did how ever, hired Chip Siegel, and got a lot better result. Some of us are not familiar with the justice system, so ...
We apologize if you did not feel that you received the level of care and attention that you hoped for. We run an extremely busy practice that we are grateful for. Sometimes my committments to other clients and my substantial involvement in the community makes it difficult for me to be as attentive as some clients would prefer. We always respond to clients as quickly as we can but we cannot hand hold every client. Best of luck with your case.
Posted by felomina | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Attorney James Leavitt
James Dean Leavitt is a very good awesome lawyer. He helped my son's burglary case. My son is a changed and a better person and a good father to his own child because of Attrny James Leavitt. Attorney Leavitt is a very understanding person and he cares about his clients. He explains the case and m...
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
First choice
I chose Mr. Leavitt to be my defense attorney for a DUI case a couple years ago. This was my first run in with the law and I was terrified. He explained everything to me and took the time to really get to know me and my situation, which was very comforting. Best of all the DUI was reduced to reck...
Posted by Fred | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Helped with two issus over a period of years
Mr. Leavitt helped with two legal issues I have had over the years. The first one was a DUI in a rural county. He was professional, always took my calls and answered my questions. He negotiated a guilty plea for reckless driving the prosecutor was willing to accept, but was shot down by the judge ...
Posted by Donna | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He will go all the way for you!
Mr. Leavitt is a committed, caring attorney. He will listen to you and be honest with what he believes can and may be the outcome. There are no surprises with Mr. Leavitt. His office is personable and homey. His wife works in his office and is fantastic. He will not treat you like a statistic, but...
"Mr. Leavitt is a strong advocate for his clients. I have known him for over 20 years and have watched him in court many times as he defends those charged with every type of offense by the state. He is knowledgeable and persuasive as he advocates for his clients. I recommend his services if needed and endorse him as a experienced advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with James as co-counsel on Criminal Matters. He is an honorable attorney, a credit to our profession and in his spare time he is a dedicated public servant as a Board of Regent in our University system."
Personal injury lawyer
Wrongful death lawyer
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1994 - Present
Owner, Law Office of James Dan Leavitt
1992 - 1993
Associate Attorney, Law Firm of Goodman and Chesnoff
1991 - 1992
Law Clerk, Law Firm of Galatz, Earl, Catalano & Smith
1990 - 1990
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office
1996 - Present
Supreme Court of the United States of AmericaMember
1993 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1993 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1992 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitMember
1992 - Present
United States District Court for the District of NevadaMember
1992 - Present
Supreme Court of the State of NevadaMember
Member
Member
Appointed by Governor
Member
Appointed Chairman - Student & Academic Affairs Committee
Appointed Chairman - Health Sciences Committee
2010 - 2011
Nevada Board of RegentsAppointed Chairman - Investment Committee
2009 - 2011
Nevada Board of Regents - Elected 2009, 2010Elected Chairman
2009 - 2010
Nevada Board of RegentsAppointed Chairman - Board Development Committee
2004 - 2016
Nevada Board of Regents - Elected 2004-2010, Elected 2010-2016Elected Member
2016
LL.M - Master of Laws
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Commencement Speaker
2016
Commencement Speaker
2011
Commencement Speaker
2010
Commencement Speaker
2010
Commencement Speaker
1996
Public Speaking Instructor
1993
Public Speaking Instructor
1989
Public Speaking Instructor
2014
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