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Aurora Maria Maskall
also known as Maria Maskall
About Aurora
Biography
Ms. Maskall earned her Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, prior to attending California Western Law School in San Diego, California. After obtaining her Juris Doctorate, Ms. Maskall began her legal career in Washington, D.C., practicing in the areas of telecommunications, intellectual property and criminal law.
In 1997, Ms. Maskall relocated from Washington, D.C., to Las Vegas, Nevada, where she clerked for a District Court Judge in the Eighth Judicial District Court. In 1998, Ms. Maskall joined the firm of Dickerson, Dickerson, Consul & Pocker before joining Lee, Hernandez, Landrum & Carlson in 2003. While in Las Vegas, her practice areas included construction defect litigation, domestic, civil, criminal, and transactional law. She served as a Judge Pro Tem in North Las Vegas Justice Court for several years, commencing in 2007, and was a panel member on the State Bar of Nevada's Southern Nevada Disclipinary Committee for 12 years.
Ms. Maskall has been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and is a member of the New York State, Washington, D.C., Nevada, and Washington State Bars. Ms. Maskall co-authored “Perjury In Our Family Courts: Family Lawyers Beware!” and has received several awards for her contributions to the Clark County Legal Services Pro Bono Project, including Congressional Certificates of Recognition.
Ms. Maskall currently works as a Tribal Claims Officer for the State of Washington.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 8 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nevada for 28 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 32 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 34 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
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Aurora Maria Maskall's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sal | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Competent
I have worked alongside Ms. Maskall for 13 years and have seen the wonderful things she has done for her clients. She cares and goes above and beyond what is typically involved and expected of an attorney. She is detailed in her work and is diligent with getting the best possible outcome for them. ...
Posted by Jodie | August 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Confidence
I had a child with a man I never married. We broke up soon after her birth. He moved to California and I went above and beyond to maintain his relationship with his daughter. When she was almost 2 he decided he would not bring her home. He filed papers in California full of untruths to damage my cha...
Posted by Janet | June 13, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Family Law
I have been a colleague of Maria for many years, and because of her comprehensive knowledge of family law, I have consulted with her on numerous occasions about family law questions. Since it is not an area that I practice in regularly, I have also referred many clients to Maria because of her exper...
Posted by Reuben | June 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Angel
Words aren’t justice enough in my appreciation in what Maria did for me in my case. She stepped into a situation in where I was asking for an angel and she delivered. Her passion for justice is relentless and her heart is in right place in helping you get what you need done. I owe Maria a lot in wher...
Posted by Stephen | June 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
There is only ONE Aurora Maria Maskall!
This woman helped changed mine and the life of my family. I realize not all cases are created equal but up against HUGE odds, this woman helped keep my family together. She’s honest, fair and AMAZING at her job. I mean that. AMAZING. If you’re looking for a good attorney, go somewhere else. ...
Aurora Maria Maskall's Lawyer Endorsements
"Aurora is very knowledgeable in Family law and has helped me by answering questions when I have been stuck with a family law question. I appreciate her help and guidance and most certainly endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Maskall is a very diligent and professional attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Aurora is a complete professional who never hesitates to help a colleague."
"Always a pleasure to work with as opposing counsel in Las Vegas, and Washington is lucky to have gained her skills."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Maria is an exceptional litigator. She is a great asset to have on any case because she is knowledgeable and dedicated to her clients."
"Maria is wonderful family law attorney. She has a vast knowledge in the area and a tremendous amount of experience. She is a very strong advocate for her clients"
"Aurora is quite an amazing attorney. You can't go wrong with her in your corner. She is so knowledgable, and able to navigate complex cases."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
200 Hour Club, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2013
100 Hour Club, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2012
100 Hour Club, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2011
Partners in Pro Bono - Attorney Mentor Program, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2011
100 Hour Club, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2010
Pro Bono Project Attorney of the Year, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2010
Lied Award, Clark County Pro Bono Project
2009
Partners in Pro Bono - Attorney Mentor Program, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2009
Congressional Recognition, Congresswoman Shelly Berkley
2009
Senatorial Certificate of Commendation, Senator Harry Reid
2009
100 Hour Club, Clark County Pro Bono Project
2008
Partners in Pro Bono - Attorney Mentor Program, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2007
Lied Award, Clark County Pro Bono Project
2007
Congressional Recognition, Congresswoman Shelly Berkley
2007
Congressional Certificate of Congratulations, Congressman Jim Gibbons
2007
100 Hour Club, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2006
Senatorial Certificate of Commendation, Senator Harry Reid
2006
Congressional Recognition, Congresswoman Shelly Berkley
2006
Senatorial Certificate of Congratulations, Senator John Ensign
2006
Congressional Certificate of Congratulations, Congressman Jim Gibbons
2006
100 Hour, Clark County Pro Bono Project
2006
Certificate of Recognition - Pro Se Assistance Council, Supreme Court of the State of Nevada
2005
Congressional Certificate of Congratulations, Congressman Jim Gibbons
2005
Senatorial Certificate of Commendation, Senator Harry Reid
2005
Congressional Recognition, Congresswoman Shelly Berkley
2005
Certificate of Recognition - Pro Se Assistance Council, Supreme Court of the State of Nevada
2005
Congressional Recognition Certificate, Congressman Jon C. Porter
2005
Senatorial Certificate of Congratulations, Senator John Ensign
2005
Pro Bono Project 200 Hour Club, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
2002
100 Hour Club, Clark County Pro Bono Project
2001
100 Hour Club, Clark County Pro Bono Project
2001
Congressional Recognition, Congresswoman Shelly Berkley
1999
Community Service Committee, Clark County Bar Association
1999
Pro Bono Rising Star Award, Clark County Bar Association
Work Experience
2007 - 2015
Judge Pro Tempore, North Las Vegas Justice Court
2003 - 2018
Of Counsel, Lee, Hernandez, Landrum & Carlson
1998 - 2003
Associate Attorney, Dickerson Dickerson Consul & Pocker
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Eighth Judicial District Court Of Nevada
1995 - 1997
Lawyer, Law Office of Aurora M. Maskall
1991 - 1996
Independent Consultant, Independent Consultant
1990 - 1990
Extern, Federal Communications Commission (Fcc)
Associations
2017 - Present
Washington State BarMember
2014 - Present
Southern Nevada Association of Women AttorneysMember
2003 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
1997 - Present
Nevada State BarMember
1993 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1991 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2016
UNLV Pro Bono Mentor ProgramMentor
2005 - 2007
Children's Attorney ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2003 - 2015
Nevada State BarSouthern Nevada Disciplinary Committee Member
2000 - 2001
Pro Se Council CommitteeMember
1998 - 2017
Clark County Legal Services Pro Bono ProjectVolunteer Attorney
1994 - 1997
Whitman Walker ClinicVolunteer
1994 - 1997
Martha's TableVolunteer
Sample of Legal Cases
In re the matter of AC
MD v. MD
RC v. CJ
Education
1990
California Western School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
1988
University of British Columbia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
1999
7 Nevada Lawyer 23: May 1999
Perjury in Our Family Courts: Family Lawyers Beware!
Languages
English