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Joseph Zvi Gersten
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Experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law & Personal Injury Attorney located in Las Vegas.
The Gersten Law Firm helps Nevada residents and out-of-state clients with a legal matter anywhere in Clark County, Nevada, including Las Vegas and Henderson. Our practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. We also provide a broad range of other legal services for our clients.
When it comes to Nevada criminal charges, whatever criminal charge you may be facing — or wherever you live — The Gersten Law Firm stands ready to aggressively defend you. We handle all federal and state criminal cases in Clark County, including:
- Drug charges
- Solicitation and prostitution charges
- Firearms and weapons charges
- Domestic violence charges
- Defense of visitors arrested in Las Vegas
Attorney Gersten approaches matters with compassion and vigorous advocacy. He applies his substantial legal experience and law enforcement background in solving problems for his clients. When you retain him, you work with him and only him. Your case isn't turned over to an associate or paralegal. Attorney Gersten brings to his practice the strength, knowledge, and local experience that make a difference in his clients' cases.
You can talk with Attorney Gersten about your legal issue at no charge. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation and case evaluation.
THE GERSTEN LAW FIRM - LAS VEGAS & CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
28 years
Family
25%
23 years
Personal Injury
15%
28 years
Business
10%
28 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 10 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 27 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
The Gersten Law Firm PLLC
(702) 857-8767
Fax
9680 W Tropicana Ave, Suite 146, Las Vegas, NV, 89147
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Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest to Goodness!
I found Mr. Gersten to be an extremely knowledgeable and professional counsel and in addition, his demeanor gave me a calming effect going through an extremely stressful case. I would highly recommend him and his firm to anyone needing expert representation! MC
Posted by Qingchang | November 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Joe is the man!
I reached out to the Gersten Law Firm and got immediately assistance for my case. Joe was extremely intelligent, professional, and caring. He helped me understand my situation thoroughly along every step of the way and took the stress off me. If you need a lawyer that is going to fight for you, the G...
Posted by Joe | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Attorney Excellence
Joseph Gersten deserves nothing less than five stars for his intelligence, commitment, passion, ambition and success as a lawyer. With such an abundance of passion for his practice, Mr. Gersten is one of the best attorneys in town. He is very understanding, and can move mountains for his clients. Whe...
Posted by randy | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Great Attorney
We found Mr. Gersten through a friend and asked him to review a contract for us. Joe was extremely responsive and pointed out quite a few areas that were not in our best interests. Thankfully Joe was able to assist in getting our contract modified. It was beneficial to have the experience that Mr. G...
Joseph Zvi Gersten's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joe and I have worked on several cases together. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients. I highly recommend Joe."
"I have worked with Joe on many cases and can say that he does great work. He has specifically helped me with the writing of pre-trial motions, many of which have had successful outcomes. He is very thorough and efficient with his legal writing skills. I endorse Joe and will continue to work him on cases in the future."
"I went to law school with Joe. He is a smart, hardworking lawyer. Joe's confidence and personality creates a comfortable and good working relationship with clients."
Ryan Helmick
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Top 10 Nevada, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 10 Nevada, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer in Nevada, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 10 Nevada, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Top 10 Nevada, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
1998
Distinguished Academic Achievement Award, Quinnipiac College School of Law
1998
Award for Academic Excellence, Quinnipiac College School of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Managing Member, The Gersten Law Firm PLLC
2014 - Present
Visiting Lecturer/Adjunct Professor, UNLV
2005 - 2009
Trial Attorney, Law Office of Mark Gilcreast
2001 - 2004
Trial Attorney, O'Connell, Flaherty & Attmore
1997 - 2000
Trial Attorney, Law Office of Larry H. Lewis
1993 - 1995
Analyst, FDA Office of Criminal Investigations
1990 - 1993
Intelligence Analyst, US Secret Service
Associations
2016 - Present
Second Circuit Court of AppealsMember
2016 - Present
Ninth Circuit Court of AppealsMember
2016 - Present
Nevada Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2015 - Present
Nevada State BarMember
1998 - Present
Connecticut State BarMember
Association of Former Intelligence Officers
Member
2016 - 2019
Nevada Justice AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
John Doe v. Dept of Public Safety
Writ of Mandate granted; Client no longer needed to register
Nevada vs. John Doe
All charges dismissed
Konopka v. Nationwide
Defendant's Verdict
USA vs. John Doe
Vacated and Remanded
Education
1998
Quinnipiac University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
1994
George Washington University
MFS
1992
George Washington University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2020
Civil Trial Case Presentation
Civil Trial Case Presentation
2019
Obtaining Evidence From Electronic Devices
Subpoenaing Social Media, Phone Records and More
2018
The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit
Presenting to the Judge and Jury
2018
The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit
Understanding Hearsay
2018
State v. Martinez
Expert Witness Firearms/CCW/Threat Analysis
2018
Hearsay, Email, Business Records and Social Media - in the Trenches!
Demonstrating How Evidence Falls Under Hearsay Exceptions with Real-Life Scenarios and Examples of How to Practically Apply the Rules During Trial
2016
Gun Law in Nevada
Constitutional Components of Firearms Law
2016
Chase & LBS Small Business Seminar Series
Economic and Legal Environment of Small Businesses
Publications
2020
National Business Institute Seminar
Civil Trial Case Presentation
2019
National Business Institute Seminar
Obtaining Evidence from Electronic Devices: Subpoenaing Social Media, Phone Records and More
2018
National Business Institute Seminar
The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit: Understanding Hearsay
2018
National Business Institute Seminar
The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit:Presenting to the Judge and Jury
2018
National Business Institute Seminar
Hearsay, Email, Business Records and Social Media - in the Trenches!: Demonstrating How Evidence Falls Under Hearsay Exceptions with Real-Life Scenarios and Examples of How to Practically Apply the Rules During Trial
2016
National Business Institute Seminar
Gun Law in Nevada: Constitutional Components of Firearms Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My case was statically closed by a judge what does that mean?
10 Jan 2018
Q&A
How is sexual harassment defined? Am I a victim of?
15 Mar 2017
Q&A
Is it okay to tell someone else's dirty laundry?
13 Mar 2017