Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027 
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 governance statutes allows him to successfully represent both privately held and publicly traded companies and their respective directors in shareholder derivative suits and securities class actions. Max also has broad experience in defending manufacturers against product liability claims, securing fair outcomes under Nevada’s public procurement laws, representing companies in Nevada’s burgeoning cannabis industry and pursuing contract claims in Nevada’s gaming industry.
Max’s recent successes include dismissal at the pleading stage of a shareholder class action and enforcing rights under Nevada’s recreational marijuana establishment laws. Whether obtaining an injunction to stop an action detrimental to his client’s interest or achieving his client’s desired outcome with summary judgment, Max’s balanced approach allows his clients to be successful in the courtroom no matter the dispute.
Prior to Brownstein, Max served as a law clerk to the Honorable Elizabeth G. Gonzalez, of the Business Court for the Eighth Judicial District Court.
