Mark J. Gardberg

Commercial litigator with focus on securities and corporate matters. Known for thought leadership in corporate governance, securities and M&A litigation. Deep knowledge of Nevada corporate statutes and navigating business courts. With an eye for recovering or minimizing financial losses, Max Fetaz represents his clients in state and federal court in complex commercial litigation disputes, with a focus on securities and M&A litigation. His knowledge of Nevada’s corporate governan...

Craig Friedel is a partner with the firm, where he focuses his practice primarily in trust and estate litigation and administration as well as business litigation. Craig routinely represents heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, and private and professional fiduciaries involving all aspects of trusts and estates litigation including breach of fiduciary duty, lack of mental capacity, undue influence, unjust enrichment, duress, fraud, conversion, quiet title actions, and creditor claims. He has sign...

Thomas F. Pitaro has been a practicing attorney in Las Vegas since 1974. He consistently maintains the highest rating (AV) for a criminal defense attorney, according to Martindale Hubble Lawyer rating services. Thomas F. Pitaro has successfully tried every type of criminal case in Las Vegas from misdemeanors to capital murder. Listed in Best Lawyers in America A member of the National Association of Ciminal Defense Lawyers One of the founding members of the Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justi...

Mr. Garman is a trial lawyer who sits at the intersection of the courtroom and deal making. His practice is concentrated primarily in commercial and corporate restructurings and related complex litigation. He has been named "Lawyer of the Year" in three of the last 7 years (2018, 2015 and 2013) for both his restructuring and litigation work. He regularly represents companies, borrowers, debtors and organizations in matters involving hospitality, lending, high tech, gaming, airlines, commoditi...

Ms. Mercera joined Pisanelli Bice PLLC in February 2011 and represents clients in commercial litigation matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her practice focuses on complex business disputes, including breach of contract claims, fiduciary duty matters, and property- and construction-related litigation. She regularly assists clients throughout all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation strategy and discovery to motion practice and trial preparation. Ms. Mercera also advises clients on the review a...

As a Brief Writer for Hone Law , Jamie Zimmerman develops the written arguments that shape the outcome of complex litigation . She prepares critical work product including motions, settlement briefs, and trial outlines—ensuring each case is grounded in a strong legal framework and narrative that presents the most persuasive storyline for the client. Jamie has litigated business, employment, and intellectual property disputes at the trial level and on appeal for more than a decade. But i...

Mark A. Hutchison is a Las Vegas, Nevada, trial and appellate lawyer with Hutchison & Steffen PLLC . He has more than 30 years of experience handling complex and high-stakes disputes for businesses, individuals, and public entities. His practice includes business litigation, complex tort litigation , constitutional litigation , trust and probate litigation , professional liability defense , and appellate litigation . Mark has represented clients in significant jury trials and other comple...

Kelly Stout is Hone Law ’s Strategic Tracking Attorney, guiding litigation strategy from initial case evaluation through resolution. Based in Henderson, Nevada, she works closely with attorneys and clients to develop case frameworks, manage litigation timelines, coordinate motion practice, and align legal strategy with each client’s goals and the complexity of the matter. Her work supports efficient and focused representation in Commercial Litigation matters across a wide range of...

Ismail Amin is an attorney with TALG LTD focusing on Commercial Litigation and Litigation – Trusts and Estates. His practice involves representing individuals and businesses in complex disputes, trust administration issues, and estate-related litigation matters. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Ismail has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2026 for his work in Commercial Litigation and Litigation – Trusts and Estates. This recognition is the result of a peer-review process that refl...

Courtney E. McCandless is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Courtney E. practices law in Las Vegas, Nevada Best Lawyers has recognized Courtney E. McCandless since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Courtney E. McCandless is held by other lawyers.