The Model Rules of Professional Conduct (the rules that govern your attorney's conduct) require that an attorney keep a client informed about the status of his/her case. Perhaps the biggest complaint against attorneys in Nevada is that they fail to adequately communicate with their clients (e.g., fail to return phone calls, fail to schedule meetings). Here, at Patti & Sgro, we understand how important your case is to you and we strive to keep you informed throughout all of the stages of your case. The importance of continual client communication is deep-seeded in our firm's model.

When retaining an attorney, it is crucial to understand how busy he/she is and what kind of caseload he/she has, as this will undoubtedly affect both the time and the attention that your attorney is able to give your case. Here, at Patti & Sgro, you can be absolutely sure that we will not accept your case if we can not direct the time and attention necessary to litigate your claims. In addition to our attorneys, our firm offers an excellent support staff of clerks, secretaries, and paralegals, who will all participate in a team effort to resolve your case successfully.

This is a crucial question to ask before retaining an attorney. Many attorneys, whether practicing civil or criminal law, have a reputation for settling cases without even exploring the option of taking the case to trial. Here, at Patti & Sgro, the ultimate decision on whether to settle a case belongs to you-the client. While our attorneys are experienced and able negotiators, they also have the technical knowledge and courtroom experience necessary to take any case to trial. We will aggressively advocate for you during each phase of the litigation proceedings, from settlement negotiations through trial and beyond. We will only settle a case if it is in your best interests.

Your case is undoubtedly important to you as it is to us. Accordingly, it is in your best interests to find an attorney who is highly experienced in the particular area of law that your case involves. At Patti & Sgro, we will not take your case unless we feel that we can provide the type of zealous, high-quality representation that you as a client are entitled to. Our team of attorneys is highly experienced in numerous areas of both civil and criminal law and is prepared to handle your case, regardless of its complexity. We understand the significance of your case, and our firm has the resources and the know-how to help you successfully litigate your case.

This is a pivotal question that all clients should ask their potential attorneys. You should be confident that your attorney has successfully litigated or resolved cases similar to yours. Here, at Patti & Sgro, our attorneys have handled a diverse array of cases in numerous areas of law, including: real estate, contract law, personal injury, domestic relations/divorce, and criminal law (including capital murder cases). We have secured numerous multi-million dollar verdicts/settlements for our clients, and have a well-established reputation as aggressive advocates for our clients' rights. Additionally, we have secured numerous acquittals in all types of criminal cases, as well as several victories at the appellate level. You can be confident that Patti & Sgro will be with you at every step of the way during the litigation process.

If you are about to enter into any type of business or contract it is extremely important to meet with an attorney. In almost every instance where you are establishing a business relationship, Nevada, Clark County and/or the City of Las Vegas will have statutes (rules) that govern how you can work and what requirements you must meet before you can start work in Nevada. In addition, decisions must be made as to operating as a sole proprietor, LLC or Corporation. These are important questions that will shape the successes of your business and protect you in case of its' failure.

Well over 90% of contract litigation matters could have been resolved if an attorney had reviewed the contract with you prior to your signing it. By paying a relatively small sum to have an attorney negotiate and review your contracts before you sign them, you could save thousands of dollars it would take to litigate contractual dispute.

Even if you were not at fault, it is important to contact an attorney if you have been in a car accident. Do not forget, it is the insurance company's money that will pay to fix your car, put you in a rental, and pay for your medical bills and pain and suffering. Remember, insurance companies are businesses; they are not non-profit organizations. They want to pay you as little as possible and as late as possible.

Many attorneys will take a case, regardless of its merit, simply as a means of recovering a fee from a client. Here, at Patti & Sgro, we believe that high-quality representation requires honestly and openly informing a client when there is little possibility of success in a given case. Our firm does not handle frivolous lawsuits. In other words, we will not waste your time, or ours, on an unfounded case.

Accordingly, before we decide to take your case our attorneys will analyze its strength and weaknesses and give you an educated opinion as to what legal steps, if any, you should take to secure your rights. Be sure you get the same treatment from any attorney you decide to retain.

Before you retain an attorney to handle your claim, take the time to inquire about any accreditations and/or affiliations that your attorney may have. While the State of Nevada does not offer "specialty certifications" to its attorneys, an in-depth look at your attorney's qualifications will undoubtedly inform you of whether or not he/she is prepared to handle your case.

Important questions to consider are:
1) Has your attorney completed any special training in the particular area of law that your case involves?
2) How many of these types of cases has he/she handled?
3) Has your attorney maintained current in the particular area of law that your case involves?

Additionally, take note of any organizations that your attorney may belong to. Is he/she a member of the Nevada Trial Lawyers Association? The American Trial Lawyers Association? The National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys? Often times membership in these associations will afford your attorney an extra tool in preparing your case. These associations frequently offer special training in particular areas of law, as well as extra benefits such as expert witness data banks or national attorney network forums-tools which may be invaluable to the successful resolution of your case.

At Patti & Sgro our attorneys are respected members of the community, with a broad range of accreditations and affiliations to serve our clients needs. In order to better serve you, our firm model mandates maintaining these affiliations to maintain an up-to-date knowledge in the numerous areas of law that impact our clients.