Paul D. Powell

PRO

Paul D. Powell

4.2
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 25 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Trucking Accident, Wrongful Death, Motorcycle Accident

8918 Spanish Ridge Avenue, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV

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Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 80%

The law firm handles car crash cases, and injuries from all other types of accidents. In the past eight years, Paul Powell has handled more then 60 cases with value of at least $1 Million.

80%
Trucking Accident 10%

10%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 14 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2012

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Licensed in Nevada for 25 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2000

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

The Paul Powell Law Firm

8918 Spanish Ridge Avenue, Suite 100, Las Vegas, NV, 89148

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Powell and Pisman

875 N. Dearborn St., 4th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60610

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Online Presence

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Paul D. Powell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 17 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Irene | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Outcome

I had a car accident a few months ago, unfortunately I didn't think there was anything that could be done as I was in the car with someone who was at fault. I hired Paul Powell as my attorney and his office helped me throughout my entire case and explained the benefits of using my health insurance an...d obtaining the maximum compensation, which I did get. I picked up my check and was extremely grateful, since not only did I get my compensation but I feel much better.

Posted by Mrs. Leah C. | March 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Less Fee...but MORE Taken by THEIR MEDICAL TEAM

I had a car accident in Aug.2017. I met with their team the next day. I was told to go thru their medical services.. I was given a list ..a car rental set up..and their treatment places. I made appointments. they told me to go see these medical places they use. I never missed an appointment. I did ...everything they advised me to do. I was told by their case manager Josh.....we are still waiting on the medical discounts to get settled....It was their companies that I used so I knew they would. NOPE. I was told they are not giving me ANY discount...What? All medical providers do. I should know, I did medical billing before. I was charged OVER $16,000 in MEDICAL FEES! And I didn't have surgery...just physical therapy. No discount because their accounts dept.manager Josh told me "They see your $50,000 insurance settlement payout from the accident?! What??!!. That should have no bearing. I was never disclosed this by amyone. I never saw an attorney after my first consultation. I should of just went thru my own medical..not yours? No discounts at all? I ended up paying their MEDICAL PLACES THEY TOLD ME TO GO SEE.. MORE THAN MY SETTLEMENT ! Hidden accounting costs not disclosed prior. I was so needing the money fast I signed and was done. I feel their is a "hidden pocket" being filled to them sending you to their medical services....yet they give no medical discount?? HUMMM FISHY. I was pleased with their staff to say something positive to my first experience with a accident claim. They were the only ones keeping in contact. Never saw Paul Powell..was told he sees everyone about their case. NOPE. IT UPSETS ME EVERY TIME I SEE HIS DUMB COMMERCIALS....MORE LAWYER LESS FEE.....REALLY??? YOU BETTER ADD...EXCEPT MY MEDICAL SERVICES.... THEY GET EVEN MORE THEN YOU OR ME!

Paul Powell

Replied last May 30, 2023

Leah, we are very upset to read this review, as we pride ourselves on client experience and communication. We are unable to respond in detail due to confidentiality, however, we would like to sit down and speak with you about this and address any questions you have. We look forward to hearing from you.

Posted by Samantha | January 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Works on Volume not for client

I was pushed into a insufficient settlement in 2022. I still have Two (2) surgeries to go. I am still suffering greatly daily and it's 2024. My case was not settled by the attorney I signed on for. They when they should go to court. Bad choice if you have spinal and head injuries.

Posted by Drew | September 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Horrible Experience

Let me start off by saying FIND SOMEONE ELSE TO HANDLE YOUR CASE! ANYONE ELSE! I felt like I’ve had two full time jobs over the last year and a half. My normal job and holding the hand of the Paul Powell Law Firm to process my claim. If you don’t follow up, you won’t hear from the Paul Powell Law Fir...m and once you follow up you will realize all the mistakes they make throughout the entire process. The overall process was a nightmare. Zero communication, no follow up and utter incompetence. In the end due to mistakes made directly by the Paul Powell Law Firm, I received even less than I should have. After giving them opportunity after opportunity to rectify the situation I’ve given up and felt it was best to share my experience with others

Paul Powell

Replied last November 10, 2021

Drew, thank you for providing us your honest feedback regarding your experience. We are surprised to see this review, as the communication that is documented was both frequent and consistent. We are unable to discuss this publicly due to attorney/client privilege, but it would be my pleasure to meet with you and discuss this matter in detail. We pride ourselves on client experience and communication, so please contact me directly at: (702) 728-5500. Thank you, sir.

Posted by Michele | September 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

We lose all around

Our accident happened 2 yrs ago and are just now getting the check. However, we are coming out on the short end. The attorney IS receiving more money then his client, so the promise of not taking more is BULL!!! We lost the truck when it was T-boned by another vehicle, we had medical injuries and l...oss of work. Our own car insurance reimbursed a partial for the truck and while the settlement did cover the medical we don't feel that for the settlement $$ we should receive so little and the attorney receive more. I won't hire again. Very disappointed in how long everything took and even more disappointed that the attorney made the most on the deal.

Paul Powell

Replied last November 10, 2021

Michele, thank you for providing us your honest feedback regarding your experience. We are unable to discuss this publicly due to attorney/client privilege, but it would be my pleasure to meet with you and discuss this matter in detail. We pride ourselves on getting the most for our clients, so it is very disappointing to see this review. Please contact me directly at: (702) 728-5500 so I may speak with you personally.

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Paul D. Powell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Benjamin Cloward

Personal injury lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a very thoughtful smart lawyer. He has tremendous experience from start to finish of a personal injury case. Very few lawyers have the trial experience that Paul has with the verdicts and success he has obtained for his clients."

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Stephen Rogers

Personal injury lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Paul is an exceptionally talented and hard working attorney who strikes the right balance between zealous advocacy and professional courtesy"

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Alison Brasier

Personal injury lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is never afraid to fight the insurance companies to get the best results for his clients."

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Benjamin Lund

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"No one else you'd rather have on your side in the Courtroom. Great lawyer and a good guy."

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Phillip Aurbach

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul Powell is an excellent attorney. He is experienced and has and in-depth knowledge of the law and the medicine. This gives him a huge edge over other attorneys."

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Jonathon Roberts

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Paul is a very knowledgeable lawyer who zealously advocates for all his clients. If you have any needs in the Personal Injury field do not hesitate to contact him."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Reprimanded issued in NV, 2020

updated on 06/03/2021

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Member, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2017

Premier Attorney, National Academy of Jurisprudence

2017

Member, Elite Lawyers of America

2017

Charter Member, Distinguished Justice Advocates

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Lifetime Charter member, Best Attorneys of America

2017

America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 LLC

2016

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, The Paul Powell Law Firm

2011 - 2013

Attorney, Glen Lerner & Associates

2009 - 2011

Managing Partner, The Powell Law Group

2004 - 2008

Attorney, Glen Lerner & Associates

2001 - 2001

Clerk, Nevada Supreme Court (Honorable Myron E. Leavitt)

2001 - 2003

Attorney, Lionel Sawyer & Collins

Associations

2018 - Present

Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America

National Advisory Board

2017 - Present

Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America

Member

2017 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2012 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Chicago Bar Foundation

2012 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - Present

Multi Million Dollar Advocate

Member

2008 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2007 - Present

Nevada Justice Association

Member

2005 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

Clark County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

American Bar Foundation

Member

2000 - Present

Nevada State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Kitman vs. Silver

3.75 million

Bacon v. Laird

Trial verdict $2.5 Million

Johnson vs. Campos-Garcia

2.6 million

Gunning vs. Foster

2.3 million

Hampton vs. Rexroat

4.5 million

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Education

2000

University of Idaho College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Idaho State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2000

Idaho Law Review Dissociating the Fiduciary

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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