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About Craig
Biography
Craig Anderson is a shareholder at Marquis Aurbach and is co-chair of the firm’s litigation department. His practice focuses on civil rights defense and serious personal injury claims including wrongful death and premises liability. Mr. Anderson has extensive trial experience having tried more than 30 jury trials in both federal and state court. He has obtained defense verdicts in cases involving police shootings, wrongful deaths, and medical malpractice. Mr. Anderson has also resolved many cases in his client’s favor through motion practice, having obtained summary judgment for his clients in over 50 cases. Finally, Mr. Anderson has argued over 15 appeals before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and has argued in front of the Nevada Supreme Court.
Mr. Anderson was admitted to the State Bar of Nevada in 1999 and joined Marquis Aurbach in 2001. In his spare time, Mr. Anderson enjoys spending time with his wife, Lanta, and their children. His other interests include working out.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Civil Rights
14%
11 years
Employment and Labor
14%
11 years
Insurance
14%
11 years
Life Insurance
14%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 26 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Marquis Aurbach
(702) 382-5816
Fax
10001 Park Run Drive, Las Vegas, NV, 89145
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Craig R. Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements
"My mentor, Craig Anderson, knows civil rights better than anyone I know, and he has remarkable fashion sense. I endorse this lawyer."
"I’ve worked on the other side of several cases with Mr. Anderson. He is a tough opponent and represents his clients well."
"Craig is an excellent attorney who always exhibits the highest levels of professionalism and legal ability."
"Craig is a great litigator!"
"Craig Anderson is a highly skilled attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. He enjoys an excellent reputation amongst the Nevada legal community."
"Craig is a smart and savvy litigator. He is a pleasure to work with, and he takes excellent care of his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Top Rank (Southern Nevada), Nevada Business Magazine
2017
Legal Elite, Nevada Business Magazine
2015
Top 100 Lawyers in Las Vegas, MY VEGAS Magazine
2014
Top Lawyer (Civil Rights), Desert Companion Magazine
2013
Top Rank (Southern Nevada), Nevada Business Magazine
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Shareholder, Marquis Aurbach
1900 - Present
Shareholder, Marquis Aurbach
Associations
Nevada State Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
Miller v. Nye County, 488 F.Supp.3d 973 (D. Nev. 2020), aff’d Miller v. County of Nye, 2022 WL 16570782 (9th Cir. 2022)
Ballentine v. Tucker, 28 F.4th 54 (9th Cir. 2022)
Scafidi v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 966 F.3d 960 (9th Cir. 2020)
Paulos v. FCH1, LLC, 136 Nev. 18, 456 P.3d 589 (2020)
Ballentine v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 480 F.Supp.3d 1110 (D. Nev. 2020)
Hunt v. City of Boulder City, 799 Fed.Appx. 533 (9th Cir. 2020)
Lawrence v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 451 F.Supp.3d 1154 (D. Nev. 2020)
Stubbs v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 792 Fed.Appx. 441 (9th Cir. 2019)
Tuuamalemalo v. Greene, 946 F.3d 471 (9th Cir. 2019)
Mason v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 754 Fed.Appx. 559 (9th Cir. 2019)
Farmer v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 423 F.Supp.3d 1008 (9th Cir. 2019)
Beckman v. Match.com, LLC, 743 Fed.Appx. 142 (9th Cir. 2018)
Solis-Diaz v. Tompkins, 740 Fed.Appx. 590 (9th Cir. 2018)
Weddle v. Nutzman, 725 Fed.Appx. 596 (9th Cir. 2018)
Jones v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 873 F.3d 1123 (9th Cir. 2017)
The Court affirmed summary judgment on the plaintiffs’ Fourteenth Amendment due process claim finding that the officers’ actions did not shock the conscience.
Zelaya v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 682 Fed.Appx. 565 (9th Cir. 2017)
Paulos v. FCH1, LLC, 2015 WL 1119972 (D. Nev. 2015), aff’d 685 Fed.Appx. 581 (9th Cir. 2017)
Patino v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 207 F.Supp.3d 1158 (D.Nev. 2016) aff’d 706 F.App’x 427 (9th Cir. 2017)
The Federal District Court ruled that Fourth Amendment protections afforded to individuals do not extend to a dog.
Olsen v. City of Henderson, 648 Fed.Appx. 628 (9th Cir. 2016)
Hartrim v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 603 Fed.Appx. 588 (9th Cir. 2015)
Sandoval v. Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t, 756 F.3d 1154 (9th Cir. 2014)
The Ninth Circuit ruled that under the circumstances, a warrantless entry into a home based upon a suspected misdemeanor charge was not supported by probable cause according to the Fourth Amendment.
Las Vegas Metro. Police Dep’t v. Yeghiazarian, 129 Nev. 760, 312 P.3d 503 (2013)
Blood alcohol content not admissible unless BAC is above legal limit or other evidence of intoxication
Tsao v. Desert Palace, Inc., 698 F.3d 1128 (9th Cir. 2012)
Ninth Circuit held that the casino did not violate any civil rights by detaining the professional gambler for trespassing.
Education
1999
Brigham Young University
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Utah State University
MA - Masters
1994
Southern Utah University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English