Best Lawyers in America for Gaming Law
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Cezar M. Froelich is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law. Cezar M., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cezar M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jerry C. Straus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law and Native American Law. Jerry C., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jerry C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
STEPHEN A. JAMIESON is a founding partner with the Los Angeles-based law firm Solomon Saltsman & Jamieson (SSJLaw). Stephen A. Jamieson is recognized as a leader in the areas of land use and zoning, alcoholic beverage licensing, compliance and disciplinary actions, government relations, and business and personal injury litigation, both for the defense and for the plaintiff. He is licensed to represent clients in California, Michigan, and Wisconsin, and has extensive experience working wit...
Chris Pace is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group. He advises on project finance and economic development law, state and local government law, economic development incentives, and gaming law. Chris’ clients include county and municipal governmental bodies as well as new and expanding business concerns, examples of which include a large steel company investing more than $1 billion in a new facility, and a regional beverage supplier investing millions of dollars to expand its existi...
Mr. Tobin joined the Firm in 1968 and became a partner in 1970. His involvement in a number of prominent cases at both the state and federal level during this time helped to expand the Firm’s litigation practice. Today, he practices extensively in the areas of corporate, commercial, gaming and Indian law, appellate, personal injury and wrongful death and general litigation. Mr. Tobin has lectured before the Connecticut Bar Association and is a Connecticut Superior Court Trial Referee.
Paul T. Jenson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law. Paul T., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Tara P. Ellis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law. Tara P., who practices law in Jackson, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tara P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Experienced liaison between Indian tribes and businesses. Problem-solver for complex legislative, regulatory and legal issues. Former attorney for the Department of the Interior and the Department of Justice. Sarah Murray provides counsel on laws, regulations and legislation related to administrative law, regulatory compliance, land use, Indian affairs and tribal gaming. Her experience serving as an attorney at multiple federal agencies and rich knowledge of the historical, legal and constitu...
Lacy M. Johnson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law and Government Relations Practice. Lacy M., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lacy M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Irving H. Berliner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Gaming Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Irving H., who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Irving H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
A. Jeff Ifrah’s legal skills and record of success have earned him international recognition as a white-collar criminal defense lawyer and litigator. He is an advocate keenly focused on delivering results for his clients – on understanding the problems they face and developing innovative strategies to resolve them. Considered one of the world’s foremost attorneys in Online Gaming Law , Jeff is ranked in Chambers Global Gaming Guide and is the only attorney ranked in Band 1 n...
Scott E. Andress is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Gaming Law. Scott E., who practices law in Jackson, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jennifer P. Hughes is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law and Native American Law. Jennifer P., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
More than 30 years of gaming law experience. Former member of the Nevada Gaming Control Board and a leader in handling complex gaming and compliance matters. Operates at the juncture of legal, regulatory and business. Scott Scherer uses a unique mix of regulatory, business, policy and legal perspectives to help clients implementing new technologies and systems for sports betting and online gaming. Clients rely on him to steer them through the hurdles they face getting regulatory approval, obt...
William E. Strickland, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Gaming Law and Native American Law. William E., who practices law in Tucson, Arizona, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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