Hector J. Carbajal II

Hector J. Carbajal II is the founder of Carbajal Law in Las Vegas, Nevada, and a distinguished attorney with more than 25 years of experience in complex civil and business litigation. His practice covers a broad spectrum of legal areas, including product liability, commercial leasing, landlord/tenant law, real estate, corporate governance, shareholder disputes, and covenants not to compete. Hector is known for his strategic litigation skills and deep knowledge of trial and appellate procedure in both state and federal courts.

Hector earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1997. He holds a B.S., cum laude, from the University of Utah with majors in Criminology, Political Science, and Sociology, and University Honors distinction.

Before founding Carbajal Law, Hector served as a shareholder at Lionel Sawyer & Collins and later as a partner at Carbajal & McNutt, LLP. He also co-founded Smith Carbajal in 2017. His litigation experience spans every phase of the legal process—from case assessment and discovery to trial, mediation, and appeal. Whether handling multi-million-dollar disputes or more focused civil matters, Hector delivers client-focused representation aimed at achieving optimal outcomes.

Respected by peers and recognized for professional excellence, Hector J. Carbajal II has been named to Super Lawyers and holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Clark County Bar Association, and has served on the State Bar of Nevada’s Fee Dispute Arbitration Committee and Southern Nevada Disciplinary Board. Combining courtroom skill with practical business insight, Hector remains a trusted advocate for clients facing high-stakes legal challenges in Nevada.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Carbajal Law
• Member, Clark County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Nevada

Licensed State

• Nevada

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Utah
  BS in Criminology, Political Science, Sociology with Cum Laude

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