McDonald Carano LLP

McDonald Carano LLP is a distinguished Nevada law firm known for its deep statewide roots, full-service capabilities, and longstanding role in shaping Nevada’s legal, business, government, and civic communities. Founded in Reno in 1949, the firm has grown into a statewide practice with offices in Reno, Las Vegas, and Carson City. As the only locally owned, full-service, statewide law firm remaining from Nevada’s pioneering firms, it is widely respected for integrity, practicality, and trusted counsel.

McDonald Carano LLP offers comprehensive services in transactional law, litigation, regulatory matters, and government affairs. The firm advises startups, corporations, trade associations, nonprofits, public entities, investors, high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and public-private partnerships. Practice strengths include appellate work, bankruptcy, business entities and transactions, commercial and complex litigation, construction law, employment and labor, energy and natural resources, gaming and administrative law, real estate and land use, tax, and trusts and estates.

McDonald Carano LLP delivers personalized legal solutions through innovative thinking, demonstrated knowledge, and practical problem-solving tailored to each client’s objectives. The firm is known for developing consensus, leveraging longstanding relationships, and integrating legal counsel with government affairs and advocacy when challenges demand a broader strategic approach. Attorneys and professionals work collaboratively to protect client positions, close complicated transactions, and resolve high-stakes disputes efficiently. This disciplined yet entrepreneurial method helps clients navigate opportunity, controversy, and growth with confidence.

McDonald Carano LLP continues to earn recognition as Nevada’s go-to law firm through exceptional rankings, industry honors, and longstanding community leadership. The firm is the only Nevada member of Meritas and State Law Resources, underscoring both local credibility and global reach. Combined Chambers USA and Chambers High Net Worth rankings place the firm among Nevada’s most highly ranked practices and lawyers. Its many Best in Business honors, philanthropic leadership, and trusted statewide reputation reinforce a legacy built over more than seventy-five years.