Dan R. Waite

Courtney E. McCandless is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Courtney E., who practices law in Las Vegas, Nevada, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Courtney E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Since 2004, Talitha has almost exclusively represented clients in complex Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and related adversary proceedings. The majority of her practice has been dedicated to representing high net worth individuals and corporate debtors across numerous industries. She also has a wealth of experience representing creditors, DIP lenders, and trustees. Not only does Talitha have extensive experience representing clients in “mega cases,” but she has more than a decade&rsq...

Scott Mahoney is a partner in the firm's Las Vegas office. He is an experienced trial lawyer who defends harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination and other cases. He also advises employers regarding employee handbooks, policies and procedures, terminations, employment contracts and responses to administrative agency complaints, with special emphasis in the hospitality and gaming industries. Prior to joining the firm, Scott was Vice-President and Counsel for Park Place Ent...

Ariel Stern is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Financial Services Regulation Law and Litigation - Banking and Finance. Ariel, who practices law in Las Vegas, Nevada, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ariel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kari Stephens is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Kari, who practices law in Henderson, Nevada, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kari is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sarah is an experienced attorney with over a decade of expertise in the legal field, specializing in construction law. She has received training from some of the most respected construction attorneys in Nevada and has successfully assisted numerous clients with complex legal issues. Sarah's dedication to her clients' success and her exceptional legal skills have earned her their trust and respect. With her extensive experience as a litigator, Sarah has acted as lead counsel in numerous trials...

Edward J. Quirk focuses his practice on intellectual property law, with an emphasis on patent, trademark and copyright matters. Ted, the Co-Founder of Quirk & Tratos, has provided leadership as past President of the Nevada Intellectual Property Law Society. He serves on the Boards of many community organizations, including serving as President of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, and Founder and Chair of its Foundation. He has also served as Chair of the Board of Trustees and the E...

Closes more than $1 billion in real estate and hospitality transactions annually. Shaping the future of Las Vegas through work on high-stakes development projects. If there is a marquee project happening in Las Vegas, the odds are high that Angela Otto has a substantial role in it. Few lawyers in Nevada, or across the country, have more experience managing the real estate components of large-scale hospitality and gaming transactions. Angela’s background in corporate and real estate law ...

David Dornak is a partner in the firm's Las Vegas office. He advises and represents companies in all aspects of employment litigation and labor arbitrations. Prior to joining the firm, David was the General Counsel for a hospitality company that managed nightclubs, restaurants and ultra-lounges in hotel/casinos throughout Las Vegas. This experience has given him unique insight into the day-to-day needs of human resource personnel and managers in operating a business. Dornak also clerked for M...

After beginning her legal practice as a litigator in Baltimore, Maryland, Jody Florence joined KZA in 1998 and became a partner in 2003. Jody exclusively represents and advises employers in labor and employment matters. In addition to assisting clients with preventive measures such as employee training and policy development, Jody defends employers against claims of discrimination and other unlawful treatment before Nevada’s state and federal courts, as well as state and federal governm...