$ 550-550 per hour
Marshal Shawn Willick
About Marshal
Biography
The Willick Law Group has been in business in the Las Vegas region for over 30 years. For the past decade we have operated the Willick Law Center across the street from Family Court, which allows us to pursue our work as effectively and efficiently as possible. We have an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell which places us on the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. This means that we have the very highest level of legal ability, and operate with strict adherence to all professional standards of conduct, reliability, ethics and diligence.
We practice every level of family law in the Las Vegas region, and have extensive experience in the courtroom, in trials and in appeals. While no divorce is easy, we are here to help with your divorce case and make the process as fast and painless as possible. If you are contemplating a divorce, give us a call to discuss your options.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
25%
44 years | 5,000 cases
Family
25%
44 years | 3,000 cases
Child Custody
10%
44 years | 3,000 cases
Child Support
10%
44 years | 3,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Nevada for 43 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 42 years
State: California
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Willick Law Group
3591 E Bonanza Road, Ste. 200, Las Vegas, NV, 89110-2101
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Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2013
Determined to get justice...
Mr. Willick is determined to fight for the rights of his clients and to see justice for both parties. His paralegals worked closely with me to keep me informed as well as to be very thorough in the accuracy of the information they had. My only concern arose after Mr. Willick's office had completed th...
Posted by Matthew | March 27, 2013 | Child Custody
Legal support you can count on!
I was hit by suprise by my Ex-wife 3 years after our divorce for a change in custody arrangements filled with false accusations. Mr. Willick's team immediately went into action for me. Their knowledge on family law is extensive and they even uncovered several mistakes made by opposing cousel. They ev...
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Federal Office of Personnel Management
Dear Deisy Martinez, I am writing heartfelt thanks to you and the rest of the staff at Willick who helped me wade through the Federal Gov't morass of do's and don't do's. Late last week I received word that I was granted Spouse Equity by the feds at OPM. This is a tremendous relief to me. I am ...
Posted by Kelly | October 06, 2011 | Child Custody
Great job, Willick Group - we couldn't have done it without you!
Our case was tricky. My husband and I were trying to get permission from my daughter's father to go sailing full-time, assuring him his visitation would not be affected. My daughter's father came back with papers to not only not give us permission to go, but stating he now wanted custody of her aft...
Marshal Shawn Willick's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Willick is a fount of knowledge & always happy to help others for the betterment of the legal community as a whole."
"Mr. Willick is always willing to assist colleagues with questions in all areas of family law. Marshal is an excellent attorney and a great advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Willick is a preeminent family law attorney here in Las Vegas. His family law articles and publications have been an invaluable resource for me in my own career."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marshal has a heart of a teacher and his wealth of knowledge in the family law area is superior. He is a very caring colleague and I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse Marshal. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Willick is well versed in many complex areas of family law. Moreover, he is willing to help his legal community grow and make our area of practice better, more efficient, and accessible."
"Mr. Willick is an excellent lawyer and an excellent advocate for his clients."
"I endorse Marshal Willick, he is a sharp, industrious attorney who knows how to get things done. Retaining him to assist you would be a smart move."
"Mr. Willick is an extremely competent attorney and someone I would recommend to anyone looking for superior representation."
"Marshal is legendary in Nevada family courts. The lawyer's divorce lawyer. He writes parts of the family law manuals, including being the leading expert on military pensions and divorce. He even has his own software. But he also is a generous mentor and is the guru to approach for those inevitable "what do we do when this happens?!" situations."
"Marshal is widely recognized as one of the leading Family Law lawyers in the United States."
"Marshal is the expert's expert on several of the areas I work with frequently, including military, international, and federal-employee divorces."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Willick is an expert at family law and pretty much wrote the manual that I refer to often. However, he impressed me when I left him an after hours message on his machine seeking legal advice on an arcane issue--he called me on a Saturday morning at home (he didn't know it was my home number I had left) and was willing to discuss the issue until I had full comprehension."
"Marshall Willick is one of the most knowledge family lawyers in the country -- especially in matters involving military family law issues, jurisdiction, pension division, and many other complex family law issues. I heartily endorse Marshall Willick."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Pillar Award, State Bar of Nevada Family Law Section
2006
Access to Justice, State Bar of Nevada
2006
Nevada State Bar Lawyer of the Year, State Bar of Nevada
2005
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2004
Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
1999
Access to Justice (small firm), State Bar of Nevada
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Principal, Willick Law Group
1985 - 1989
Partner, LePome, Willick & Gorman
1984 - 1985
Associate, Thorndal, Backus & Maupin
1982 - 1984
Staff Attorney, Supreme Court of Nevada
Associations
2000 - Present
Legal Aid Center of Southern NevadaMember, Board of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Landreth v. Malik
The Court accepted the bottom line of Amicus counsel
Seiff v. District Court
Prevailed on appeal; other side's writ petition dismissed.
Spencer v. Law Group
Prevailed on appeal -- other side's appeal dismissed.
Carmona v. Carmona, 603 F.3d 1041 (9th Cir. 2010)
One stream to one litigant, the other to the other.
Ogawa v. Ogawa
Prevailed on appeal
Hedlund v. Hedlund
Prevailed on appeal
Rivero v. Rivero
Prevailed on appeal
Cuisenaire v. Mason
Prevailed on appeal
Miller v. Wilfong
Prevailed on appeal
Olvera v. Olvera
Prevailed on appeal
Carmona v. Carmona
Prevailed on appeal
Wichert v. Wichert
Prevailed on appeal
Lofink v. Lofink
Prevailed on appeal
Vaile v. District Court
Prevailed on appeal
Danielson v. Evans
Prevailed on appeal
Harwood v. Harwood
Prevailed on appeal
Schraeder v. Schraeder
Prevailed on appeal
Shydler v. Shydler
Prevailed on appeal
Williams v. Williams
Prevailed on appeal
Epstein v. Epstein
Prevailed on appeal
Krone v. Krone
Prevailed on appeal
Dimick v. Dimick
Prevailed on appeal
Garrett v. Garrett
Prevailed on appeal
Hermanson v. Hermanson
Prevailed on appeal
McMonigle v. McMonigle
Prevailed on appeal
Waltz v. Waltz
Prevailed on appeal
Carlson v. Carlson
Prevailed on appeal
Education
1982
Georgetown Univ Law Ctr
law
1979
Univ of Nevada
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2010
Valuation and Disposition Strategies in a Changing Economy
Family Law
2010
CLE seminar
State of Nevada Pensions: Information Relevant to Estate Planning & QDROs
2010
CLE seminar
Divorcing the Military
2010
Annual Family Law Conference at Ely
ERISA and PERS QDROs
2010
21st Annual Symposium of the Family Law Council of Community Property States
Valuation and Disposition Strategies in a Changing Economy
2009
CLE
Divorcing the Military: How to Attack, How to Defend
2009
CLE
The Basics of Family Law Jurisdiction
2009
Annual Syposium of the Council of Community Property States
Back to Basics: Overview of Community Property
2009
ALI-ABA Telephone Seminar
Kennedy v. DuPont Savings: The Supreme Court Kills Two Conflicts With One Decision
2009
Advanced Family Law Seminar
The Risks and Rewards of Post-Nuptial Agreements
2008
CLE
Child Custody & Support Jurisdiction: Separate but Equally Necessary
2007
CLE
Managing A Family Law Practice
2007
CLE
Hitting the Jackpot in Pension Cases – Secrets to Getting the Retirement Share Your Client Deserves
2007
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
The Inter-relation of Alimony Awards With Community Property
2007
Annual Meeting of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Protecting the Interests of and Getting Money From People in the Military: What Can and Cannot Be Done
2006
Legal Education Institute CLE
Alimony at Twilight: Effects on Establishing and Modifying Spousal Support of Parties Being At or Near Retirement Age
2006
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
The Relationship Between Spouses and with Third Parties in Management of Joint, Common and Community Assets During Marriage and During a Divorce Proceeding
2005
CLE
Guns and Roses: Current Issues Facing Military Families
2005
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
Disproportionate Division of Community Property
2004
CLE
International Kidnaping Response for Fun and Profit: Getting the Kids Home & Making the Bad Guys Pay
2004
CLE
Nevada Legal Ethics
2004
CLE
Advanced Family Law: Pensions in Nevada Divorce Law
2004
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
Divorce and the Family-Owned Business: Practical Considerations for Community Property States
2003
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
Everything You Wanted to Know About Retirement Benefits But Were Afraid to Ask
2003
Annual CLE
Waivers of Retirement Benefits for Disability Awards: Thrust & Parry
2003
Annual CLE
Division of Retirement Benefits: The Full Day Course
2002
CLE
Nevada Legal Ethics: A Year in Review
2002
CLE
Legends of the Courtroom
2002
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
Matrimonial Agreements: Requirements for Validity
2001
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
Characterization, Valuation and Division of Intangible Assets
2001
Annual CLE
A Matter of Interest: Collection of Full Arrearages on Nevada Judgments
2000
Annual CLE
‘A Covenant with Death and an Agreement with Hell’; Death Benefits in Federal, State and Private Retirement Systems
1999
Annual CLE
Issues in Interstate and Multistate Matrimonial Litigation
1998
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
What Do You Do When They Don’t Say ‘I Do’? Cohabitant Relationships and Community Property
1997
CLE
Spousal Support Modifications and Related Issues in the Post-60 Age Group
1997
CLE
Seven Tips on Using a Computer in a Family Law Case
1997
Annual Symposium of the Council of Community Property States
Where Will the Money Go? Community Debt Issues & Pendente Lite Orders in Community Property States
1995
CLE
The Use of Personal Computers for Litigation in the 1990s
1994
Annual CLE
Retirement Benefits/Pensions/QDROs
1993
Annual CLE
Key Issues in Family Law
1993
Annual CLE
Pensions in Nevada Divorce Cases
1992
CLE
Survival Utilities for the Family Lawyer: Three Little Programs
1991
Paralegal Instruction Course
"Domestic Relations” – Law 252
1991
CLE
Domestic Law in Nevada: ‘Winning’ For Your Client
1989
Annual CLE
Family Law in Nevada
Publications
2011
2010
Nevada Family Law Report
Sham Divorces, Civil Rights, and Family Law Experts
2010
2010
Nevada Family Law Report
Getting Paid Through an Attorney's Lien after Argentena
2010
2009
Nevada Family Law Report
The Basics of Family Law Jurisdiction
2009
Dividing Pensions and Other Employee Benefits in California Divorces
Military Retirement Benefits
2008
Washoe County Bar Association Writ
The Basics of Jurisdiction: A Remedial Course
2007
Nevada Lawyer
In Search of a Coherent Theoretical Model for Alimony
2007
Nevada Lawyer
Family Law and Contingency Fees: TIme to Reconsider?
2006
Nevada Family Law Report
Nevada Has Effectively Lowered Child Support Across the Board
2005
Family Advocate (ABA)
The Thrift Savings Plan
2004
Communique (Clark County Bar)
International Kidnapping and the Hague Convention: A Short Introduction
2002
Communique (Clark County Bar)
Ten Commonly Missed Aspects to Community Property Valuation and Distribution
2001
1998
A Lawyer's Guide to Military Retirement and Benefits in Divorce (book)
A Lawyer's Guide to Military Retirement and Benefits in Divorce (book)
1992
Nevada Family Law Report
Partition of Omitted Assets after Amie: Nevada Comes (Almost) Full Circle
1990
State Bar of Nevada (CLE)
Pension and Profit Sharing Plans
1989
Nevada Family Law Report
Res Judicata in Nevada Divorce Law: An Invitation to Fraud
1989
Legal Education Institute
Partition of Military Retirement Benefits
1987
1986
Rutgers Computer and Technology Law Journal
Professional Malpractice and the Unauthorized Practice of Professions: Some Legal and Ethical Aspects of the Use of Computers as Decision-Aids
1983
Languages
English
Spanish
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