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In 1999, Leah graduated summa cum laude from UNLV with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies and Political Science. In law school, she was Editor-in-Chief of the Nevada Law Journal and judicial extern to United States District Court Judge Phillip Pro. She graduated summa cum laude from UNLV's law school in 2002. At graduation, she was recognized as the William S. Boyd Outstanding Graduate.
Following her graduation from law school, she immediately began employment at Lionel Sawyer & Collins, at the time the largest law firm in the state, which specializes in a variety of business matters. While at that firm, and subsequently at Bailey Kennedy, she gained experience on complex matters while being mentored by a variety of top professionals in Nevada.
In 2011, she made the choice to establish her own firm. She brings to her firm many years of experience in all areas of business law, including preparing formation documents; drafting operating and shareholder agreements, partnership agreements, purchase and finance agreements, leases, surrender agreements, non-compete and non-disclosure agreements, and employment agreements; contract litigation; shareholder derivative suits; business dissolutions; and appellate matters.
During the course of her practice of law, she has also been involved in many areas of legal education and service. She was an associate editor of the Nevada Civil Practice Manual from 2004-2010. She was a teaching assistant for the Nevada Civil Practice class at UNLV's law school from 2006-2008. She has been a grader for the Nevada Bar Exam since 2008. She has chaired the Clark County Law Foundation Community Service Committee, having served on the committee since 2007. In addition to maintaining her own cases, she has also been an arbitrator on the Court Annexed Arbitration Program Panel since 2012.
She is currently licensed with the State Bar of Nevada. She is also certified to practice Law in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She is a member of the American Bar Association, State Bar of Nevada, Clark County Bar Association, and Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys.
She currently lives with her husband Scot and two daughters. She is involved in numerous community organizations, including UNLV Alumni Association (lifetime member), Sigma Kappa Sorority Advisory Board (member), Junior Achievement (volunteer), All American Booster Club (Brown's Gymnastics), Central Christian Church (Southwest Campus Director of New Beginnings), and Green Chamber of Nevada President.
Leah has continued to achieve her success and goals while being the managing partner of her own law firm.
Areas of Practice
Business Organizations
Business Formation
Contract Preparation and Review
Business & Commercial Litigation
Estate Planning
Practice areas
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Languages spoken
English, Mandarin
Leah Martin Law
3100 W. Sahara Ave
Ste 202
Las Vegas, NV, 89102
Website
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 2011 | 11/28/2019 |
NV | Active | 2002 | 11/16/2019 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Summa Cum Laude | UNLV Law School | 2002 |
Outstanding Graduate | University of Las Vegas | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Leah Martin Law | 2011 - Present |
Attorney | The Powell Litigation Group | 2008 - 2011 |
Attorney | Glen J. Lerner & Associates | 2008 - 2008 |
Attorney | Powell Naqvi | 2008 - 2008 |
Attorney | Bailey Kennedy/ Bailey Merrill | 2006 - 2008 |
Attorney | Lionel Sawyer & Collins | 2002 - 2006 |
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Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys | Member | 2011 - Present |
BNI | Growth coordinator | 2010 - Present |
Clark County Law Foundation | Chairperson | 2007 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
State Bar of Nevada | Member | 2003 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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NAPW | National Association of Professional Women | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Nevada Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2002 |
University of Nevada-Las Vegas | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1999 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Agriculture Workshop | Business Law | 2015 |
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Scott Doney, Securities offerings Attorney on Dec 28, 2016
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I've had the pleasure of knowing Leah for many years. We attended law school together and she was top of the class. She is extremely bright, organized and has impeccable writing skills. I highly recommend her.
Leila Hale, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 29, 2016
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Leah is intelligent, fair, and cares about her clients. She has a keen grasp on business law, and I have referred several business clients to her because of her ethical values and knowledge in the field. I endorse this lawyer.
Andre Lagomarsino, Business Attorney on Aug 3, 2016
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I worked against Leah on a major case. She proved to be a patient and smart litigator. I was so impressed that I referred several cases to her. She handled all of them in a highly competent matter. I endorse this attorney.
Alison Brasier, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 15, 2016
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Leah is an excellent attorney! Her attention to detail and commitment to her clients is second to none. I would highly recommend her.
Darren Heyman, Immigration Attorney on Jan 11, 2016
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Leah Martin is the first person I go to when a client requests assistance with family law. They have only been happy with her services. I endorse her!
Kerry Doyle, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 20, 2015
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Leah is a wonderful attorney. She has significant experience, is reliable, and more than competent. I am always happy to refer my clients that need a business law attorney to her.
Sandy Van, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Leah is a well respected lawyer in the community. She cares about her clients and works hard to see that they have a great outcome in their cases.
Regina McConnell, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Leah is a great choice when you need a business attorney. I am happy to recommend her when my clients need business formation, acquisition, or commercial contract services. She is a professional.
Jason Naimi, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 1, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Leah is a skilled attorney and has demonstrated that she has the best interests of her client as her goal. Leah also possesses superior ethics and professionalism. I have no hesitation referring her business clients.
Christelle Montgomery, Litigation Attorney on Jun 30, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Leah is experienced, knowledgeable, and approachable. A great choice for business formation, corporate transactions/litigation, and family law matters.
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