Paola Armeni

Paola Armeni is a skilled attorney with extensive experience in criminal defense and civil rights law. She represents clients whose constitutional rights have been violated and those facing serious charges. With her detailed case preparation and strong courtroom advocacy, Paola consistently achieves results that protect her clients’ rights and futures.

Paola earned a Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies from Arizona State University in 1998. She then received her Juris Doctor from the William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada-Las Vegas, in 2003. During law school, she served as SBA President and was honored with the Cali Award for Trial Advocacy.

Paola has tried numerous high-stakes cases, including criminal matters involving murder, attempted murder, drug charges, and white-collar offenses. She has also successfully represented clients in civil rights lawsuits, achieving jury awards affirmed by the Ninth Circuit. Her approach is rooted in diligence and client-centered service.

Paola’s legal career includes recognition as “Lawyer of the Year” and consistent rankings in Best Lawyers in America and Mountain States Super Lawyers. She has received numerous awards for her work in pro bono service and trial excellence, demonstrating her dedication to the profession and the community.

Paola continues to impact the legal field through speaking engagements and legal education efforts. She is a frequent presenter at national and regional legal conferences and contributes articles on trial advocacy and criminal defense. Her work emphasizes ethics, compassion, and effective legal strategy.

Paola Armeni is known for building strong relationships with her clients and always providing clear, honest guidance. Her leadership in the legal community, combined with her successful case record, has earned her the trust of clients and peers alike. Paola remains committed to delivering strong, principled representation to every individual she serves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member In Charge, Clark Hill PLC
• Member, State Bar of Nevada
• Past Chair, State Bar of Nevada’s Young Lawyer’s Section
• Past President, Board of Governors, State Bar of Nevada
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Justice Douglas Pre-Law Fellowship Program Board
• Member, Nevada Judicial Branch Security Commission
• Member, Vegas Chamber Executive Women’s Council
• Past President and Current Board Member, Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice
• Judge, Nevada High School Mock Trial Competition

Licensed State

• Nevada

Education

• William S. Boyd School of Law, University of Nevada-Las Vegas
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Arizona State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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