James W Claflin Jr

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James W Claflin Jr

also known as Claflin Law Ltd

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Family

3753 Howard Hughes Parkway, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV

Virtual Consultation Available

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 65%

Cooperative (uncontested) annulment, divorce, marital settlement agreements, asset and debt division, child custody, child visitation, child support, alimony/spousal support.

65%
Marriage and Prenuptials 30%

Pre-marital agreements (pre-nups), post-marital agreements (separation agreements), marriage settlement agreements.

30%
Family 5%

Name change, decree modification (divorce/custody/support), temporary protection orders.

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 20 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Utah for 32 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 34 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1991

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Claflin Law Ltd

3753 Howard Hughes Parkway, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV, 89169

ClafLaw.com

Online Presence

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James W Claflin Jr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

127 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 37 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Nicholas | March 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Greatest lawyer ever!!

I was a little suspicions of all who work in the legal field. I thought that all Lawyer's were ambulance chasers or vampires. James has change my views of what it is to be a lawyer, so much so that I would like to join the legal field to help others as much as he helped me. James has represented me ...on multiple occasions during the process of my divorce, attempted relocation and attempts to remove my parental rights. Most recently he assist me in defeating a motion of relocation. He had me prepared every step of the way and did a wonderful job of explaining the process to me. He gave me legal guidance that I followed and still follow to this day. Because of this, I still have joint custody of my children to this day. During the course of my case James had to take an immense amount of information that I was providing to him and turn it into a legal countermotion. He did an artful job of integrating the facts of my case, with the legal precedent and things that I felt were important to my case and turn it into a valuable defense. James and Kathy did such a great job that I would gladly recommend James to any of my closest friends or family members in need of his services.

Posted by Joseph | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney who executed complex divorce case with all financial issues in a very short time

James W. Claflin Jr., my lawyer, represented me for the complex and difficult legal procedures at the Nevada divorce court from beginning to end. He and his professional team provided continuous directions for deliverances at the court procedures. He provided additional support after the conclusion o...f the court procedures and assisted me for the resolution of the financial issues. He advised me on the steps to follow from beginning to end. Excellent lawyer.

Posted by Noel | August 13, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding attorney and staff!

I hired James to represent me in my divorce and child support case. He was very honest and open with me during our consultation. James and his staff were extremely thorough and detail oriented and they always returned my phone calls and emails. The communication was very important to me and I was al...ways treated with importance. I appreciate all the hard work and effort that they put into my case.

Posted by Robert | August 12, 2015 | Wills & Living Wills

Trustworthy and thorough

After the death of my mother-in-law who did not have a will prepared my wife and I thought it would be a good idea to get our affairs in order should the unexpected happen. James provided a questionnaire of very thought provoking items to consider. After we got a framework of what we wanted to accomp...lish in our wills James asked more pointed questions with pros/cons to each decision. We walked away confident that all of our wishes had been addressed and all questions answered. Shortly afterwards we got together for the "signing party" where the actual document would be reviewed. James was very thorough in not only the preparation, but also the presentation. His friendly demeanor put us at ease on this sensitive matter and made it simply painless. James has my full faith and confidence should I need his services again.

Posted by Rod | May 01, 2012 | Construction & Development

Currently retained for construction and Nevada lien issues - knowledgeable, honest, dependable, a person you can trust.,

We have retained James’ services on many complex construction projects at YESCO. James is very knowledgeable in complex legal issues and has provided us with legal counsel, advice and services which are innovative and original, and have provided significant value to YESCO. James is diligent, dedicate...d, intelligent, forthright and personable. James constantly works to keep on top of complex legal and business trends and adapts his legal strategies to protect YESCO in our changing business environment. James embraces challenges with organized vigor, and leverages the knowledge, skills and abilities of his extensive network of legal and business contacts to provide us with the highest quality service at a very fair cost. James not only understands complex legal issues, but he also understands how to present information in a manner usable by the intended audience. James has been very effective in providing training to our management team as well as project managers and other staff. James is responsible, honest, and admired by his peers and has demonstrated a commitment to our community that is uncommon today’s society. I would recommend James to others without any reservation.

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James W Claflin Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Craig Bainum

General practice lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Other

"I highly recommend James for any legal need you may have."

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Howard Roitman

General practice lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Walker

Business lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James is an excellent lawyer whose analytical skills and knowledge base exceeds the average lawyer. His experience is deep and impressive. Working with a former law school professor on a matter can be intimidating, but his experience teaching the law translates to his thorough understanding of many areas of the law and this benefits his clients."

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Holly Armstrong

Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Other

"I have known James Claflin for 20 years, having attended and graduated from law school with him. I know him to have one of the most gifted legal minds in our class, and to be one of the most dedicated and hardworking people I have ever known. When class ranks were posted, it was not unusual for James to be near the top. At the same time, James is one of those rare individuals who can always be counted on to help anyone else who needed it, and I think he was on every class committee for every event that existed! After law school, James taught Legal Writing at our alma mater, Brigham Young University Law School. His office mate happened to be my sister, so I have some inside information about James' character and practice as a professional, rather than just as a student. Once again, James did not disappoint, but gave his all to his teaching and his students. In short, James Claflin is a man of character, legal skill, insight and integrity, whom I highly recommend"

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David Colvin

Unknown lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known James both personally and professionally for over 20 years. He is an extremely capable attorney and, more importantly, is of the highest moral character. I am happy to endorse James to anyone who is considering using his services."

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Scott Chapman

Business lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is responsive, proficient, ethical, highly knowledgeable and understands the value of clarity in consulting his clients. I would personally retain him."

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Travis Barrick

Litigation lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have know James since 2008 and worked with him for two years. He is an outstanding individual of the highest moral and ethical character. He is worthy of the utmost trust and confidence."

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Gabrielle Hamm

Business lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse James Claflin. He is committed to achieving the best result for his clients."

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Mark Dodds

Family lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with James Claflin for several years. I have always found Jim to be fair, honest, capable and genuinely has his clients' best interests in mind in his representation of them."

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David Grant

Business lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve known and worked with Mr. Claflin for five or six years now. James is a critical thinker, a hard worker, an honest lawyer (oxymoron?—not in his case), and a professional who is very concerned about achieving good outcomes for his clients. He deals fairly with his clients’ expectations and with the fees he charges them. I very much endorse this lawyer.."

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Craig Bainum

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Joseph Riccio

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Travis Barrick

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David Colvin

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David Grant

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Lawyers 2014, Desert Companion Magazine

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

TOP LAWYERS 2013: The Best of the Best in Southern Nevada, VEGAS INC.

2013

Top Lawyers 2013, Desert Companion Magazine

2012

Top Lawyers 2012: The Best of the Best in Southern Nevada, VEGAS INC

1996

Top 10% Graduate, US Army National Guard

1991

Magna cum laude, Brigham Young University

1991

Order of the Coif, Brigham Young University

1991

Outstanding Scholastic Achievement, West Publishing Company

1990

Highest Grade in Legal Negotiation and Settlement, BYU J. Reuben Clark Law School

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Attorney, Claflin Law Ltd

2005 - 2011

Partner, Peel Brimley LLP

2001 - 2005

Asst Prof of Law/Dir, Legal Research & Writing Program, University Of North Dakota School Of Law

2000 - 2005

Professor of Law, Concord University Law School

1996 - 2001

Managing Attorney, Claflin & Company

1994 - 2001

Command Judge Advocate General (Major), 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), UT Army National Guard

1993 - 1996

Attorney, Scalley & Reading PC, Utah

Associations

1991 - Present

J. Reuben Clark Law Society

Member

Nevada State Bar

Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Green v. Green

Divorce decree obtained. All client goals achieved.

Carter v. Auto Credit Union

Successful negotiation of return of Lemon and full refund for clients.

SinCity CrossFit South LLC

Successful

Schollian v. Schollian

Speedy divorce decree obtained. Met all client goals.

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Education

1999

US Army Infantry School, Airborne

Graduation

1996

US Army National Guard

Judge Advocate Officer Advanced Course

1991

Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School

Juris Doctorate

1986

Brigham Young University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Law Day 2011: The Legacy of John Adams

General American Legal System; Writs of Habeus Corpis

2011

Fundamentals of Construction Contracts: Understanding the Issues in Nevada Laws That Affect Construction Contracts; Key Clauses to Modify

2009

Collecting Construction Payments in Nevada

Bidding; Contract Clauses

2009

Basic Business Law

Basic Business Law

2008

Fundamentals of Construction Law in Nevada

Overview of Bidding Process; Construction Contract Clauses

2008

Collecting Construction Payments in Nevada

Bidding; Contract Clauses

2007

New Contractor Seminar

How to Set Up a Corporation; Contractor/New Lien Laws

2007

Fundamentals of Construction Law in Nevada

The Construction Contract; Overview of Bidding Process

2007

Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements

Foundational Formation Concepts; Tips for Successful Drafting

2007

Drafting & Enforcing Commercial Leases in Nevada

Significant Issues Specific to Commercial Leases

2007

Collecting Construction Payments in Nevada

Bidding; Contract Clauses

Publications

2012

Avvo Legal Guide What is a Nevada LLC?

2007

Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements Foundational LLC Formation Concepts

2007

Essential Skills for Drafting LLC Agreements Tips for Successful LLC Agreement Drafting

2007

Drafting and Enforcing Commercial Leases in Nevada Significant Issues Specific to Commercial Leases

Languages

English

French

Activity

Top Contributor

James earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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