Best Law Firms in Nevada for Appellate Practice

Claggett & Sykes Law Firm is a Nevada-based practice with offices in Las Vegas and Reno. The firm represents businesses, insurers and employers in complex civil matters across the state. Its attorneys handle cases in state and federal courts with a focus on careful preparation, clear strategy and practical guidance for clients facing high-stakes disputes.

The firm’s work spans appellate practice, commercial litigation, construction law, corporate law and a range of litigation matters, including insurance defense, labor and employment disputes and personal injury litigation for defendants. Claggett & Sykes is regularly engaged in matters involving contract issues, construction defects, coverage questions and business conflicts, often coordinating closely with in-house counsel and claims professionals.

Several attorneys at the firm have been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2009, an honor based on peer review within specific practice areas and geographic regions. The firm has also been ranked in Best Law Firms for multiple practice areas, reflecting consistent peer feedback regarding the quality of its legal work and professional conduct.

Claggett & Sykes is known for a disciplined approach to litigation and appeals, with attention to detail at every stage of a case. The firm emphasizes communication and efficiency, helping clients understand risks, options and next steps while working toward resolutions that align with business and organizational goals.

Hutchison & Steffen PLLC is a leading law firm with 7 lawyers recognized by Best Lawyers across 9 practice areas. The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 1989. Having lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers' purely peer review process emphasizes the lawyers credibility and reputation for their practice amongst their peers in their practice area and region. It displays professional validation of the legal talent that Hutchison & Steffen PLLC has on their team. The firm has lawyers recognized in practice areas including: Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Government Relations Practice, Corporate Law and Litigation - Health Care.

Hutchison & Steffen PLLC is also ranked by Best Law Firms in 7 practice areas. The Best Law Firms rankings are founded on a time-tested and transparent research process that has remained consistent since Best Lawyers launched it in 2010. Hutchison & Steffen PLLC has 14 rankings in 7 practices. Echoing their Best Lawyers awards and team of top legal talent.

Southern Nevada’s dynamic and diverse business and entrepreneurial culture has fostered a complex and distinctive legal environment. Founding partners Jim Pisanelli and Todd Bice have built their practices within this setting and are widely recognized for their courtroom advocacy in both trial and appellate courts, handling complex commercial disputes and high-stakes litigation. Their professional experience includes representing a range of prominent clients, such as Wynn Resorts, MGM Resorts International, Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority, Nevada Resort Association, Inc., and others.

Our firm is built on the belief that a small, highly professional team with a consistent focus on litigation is best positioned to work closely with a carefully selected client base. This approach allows us to give meaningful attention to each matter and to address the specific goals and concerns of every client. We value thoughtful analysis, practical judgment, and creative problem-solving in our work.

As a boutique firm, we are also able to consider alternative fee arrangements tailored to the circumstances of each engagement. In addition to traditional hourly billing, we are open to flexible structures that reflect shared risk and value. We work collaboratively with our clients to develop an approach that aligns with their objectives and resources.