Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
12 Client Reviews
$ 600-600 per hour
About Edward
Biography
Whatever the case or whomever the client, we provide individualized representation to each client, knowing that when you walk through our doors, your case is the most important thing in your life at that time.
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
Family
35%
38 years | 10,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
25%
32 years | 10,000 cases
Child Custody
20%
32 years | 5,000 cases
Alimony
5%
32 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 32 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 36 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 37 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
KAINEN LAW GROUP, PLLC
(702) 823-4488
Fax
3303 Novat Street, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV, 89129
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Online Presence
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Edward L Kainen's Reviews
Edward L Kainen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ed is a knowledgeable and competent attorney, and is very well versed in the area of family law. He is a true asset to our legal community!"
"Ed's credentials are impressive, but it is his concern for giving his clients great service that makes him special."
"Ed is an honest, intelligent, and hardworking attorney that I always appreciate having on the other side of a case. He is knowledge about the areas of law in which he practices, and has insight as to the way the local judges view issues. He is rational and reasonable and pleasant to work with."
"I endorse Edward. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"Ed is a top-notch divorce attorney in Las Vegas, and I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Kainen is one of the top family law attorneys in the State and would recommend him to any one looking for superior representation."
"Ed is a tenacious advocate for his clients' interests and a great attorney. I refer clients to him frequently."
"I endorse this lawyer as an outstanding lawyer and human being."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Ed for many years. He is one of the best, most knowledgeable family law attorneys around."
"Ed's reputation precedes him as one the preeminent Family Law attorneys in the State of Nevada. Our Firm regularly refers clients to Mr. Kainen's office, with the confidence that they will be represented with professionalism. What I appreciate most about Ed is his unique ability to consider the specific challenges of each client's case and to achieve an appropriate resolution. I endorse Mr. Kainen and his firm without reservation."
"Mr. Kainen is an excellent attorney who works hard to obtain the best possible result for his clients."
"Mr. Kainen is well respected in the State of Nevada. I have heard him speak at many conferences and I respect his opinion."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ed is a talented, dedicated and knowledgeable attorney. I would trust him to handle my own family law matter if I ever had one."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2017
Lawyer of the Year (Family Law), Best Lawyers in America
2016
Top 100 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2015
Top 100 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2013
Lawyer of the Year (Family Law), Best Lawyers in America
2013
Top 100 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2012
Top 100 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2012
The Best of the Best in Southern Nevada 2012, Vegas Inc.
2008
Top 75 Lawyers - Mountain States Region, SuperLawyers
2007
“Top 25" lawyers in the State of Nevada, Las Vegas Life Magazine
2002
Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, Clark County Pro Bono Project
N/A
Super Lawyer, every year 2007 through Present, Super Lawyers
N/A
Best Lawyer - every year since 2009, The Best Lawyers in America
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Senior and Managing Partner, KAINEN LAW GROUP, PLLC
1995 - 2011
Partner, Ecker & Kainen, Chartered
Associations
2017 - Present
International Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2017 - Present
International Academy of Family LawyersFellow
2011 - Present
Supreme Court of Nevada Bench Bar CommitteeMember
2006 - Present
Nevada Board of Certified Family Law SpecialistsBoard Certified Family Law Specialist
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Fellow
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Nevada chapter)
Fellow
American Bar Association, Family Law Section
Co-Chair Continuing Legal Education
2016 - 2018
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Nevada ChapterPresident
2006 - 2011
Nevada Board of Certified Family Law SpecialistsChair
2005 - 2008
Supreme Court of Nevada Bench Bar CommitteeMember
2003 - 2005
State Bar of Nevada, Family Law SectionChair
1997 - 2006
State Bar of Nevada, Family Law SectionExecutive Council
Sample of Legal Cases
High Profile Family Law matters
Education
1988
Washburn University School of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2016
State Bar of Nevada Annual Family Law Conference
Nuts & Bolts of Family Law (annually, 1996 through 2016)
2012
UNLV Boyd School of Law - Spring Semester 2012
Adjunct Professor, Legal Theory and Practice - Famliy Law
2011
State Bar of Nevada Annual Family Law Conference
Case Law Update (annually, 2002 through 2011)
N/A
Annual Family Law Training for Pro Bono Attorneys
Family Law Training for Pro Bono Attorneys (annually, 2002 to Present)
Publications
2002
Communique (Clark County Bar)
"Unbundled Legal Services: Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid"
2002
Nevada Family Law Report
"Get it Right the First Time: the Case for Opposing or Denying Motions to Amend"
1996
NUT & BOLTS of Family Law (1996 - present, updated annually)
NUT & BOLTS of Family Law
Languages
English