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Snell & Wilmer LLP

Real Estate

USA Guide 2026 : Nevada


Snell & Wilmer LLP

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Snell & Wilmer’s real estate attorneys provide a comprehensive approach to legal services for the real estate industry. The firm’s attorneys assist with real estate projects that range in size from single-tract transactions to multi-use developments and planned communities covering thousands of acres.

Having a large, comprehensive real estate lawyer team allows the firm’s attorneys to focus their work on a range of practice areas including:

  • Acquisitions and dispositions
  • Project development services
  • Project management services
  • Specialized project services
  • Real estate finance

Noteworthy matters include the following representation:

  • Private equity firm Interwest Capital in acquisition of $36 million multi-family southern California property
  • Snell & Wilmer represents Microbrewery Mission brewery in acquisition by California investment company

As one of the largest law firms in the western U.S., Snell & Wilmer’s real estate attorneys have been involved in many high-profile projects throughout the region, nationally and internationally. The firm works with leaders in a broad range of industries, including real estate, healthcare, hospitality, banking, telecommunications, construction and natural resources.

With 100+ attorneys practicing in the areas of real estate, construction and commercial finance in the firm’s Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah and Mexico offices, Snell & Wilmer can offer clients customized solutions tailored to their needs.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Nevada

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Snell & Wilmer LLP has a visible presence in a number of complex commercial real estate developments and transactions, including large, multi-use projects and distressed property workouts. It offers clients extensive understanding of cross-border matters relating to major property portfolios. The firm also provides particular expertise in condominium, healthcare, energy and utilities developments. It is noted for its work in brownfield redevelopment and master-planned communities, with expertise that covers property and land sales, development, financing and leases.

Strengths

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  • The Snell & Wilmer team are incredibly careful and thoughtful in their approach to complex and sophisticated matters.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • The team are highly knowledgeable, experienced and responsive.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • They understand the nuances of our business, which allows them to provide solutions that are legally sound and commercially effective.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Mandy Shavinsky
    Band 2Mandy Shavinsky

    Mandy Shavinsky

    Mandy Shavinsky regularly advises clients on joint use agreements, with further strength in real estate transactions, financing mandates and development projects.
    • Mandy is consistently responsive and always willing to jump in, even on short notice.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 3Stephen Yoken
    Band 3Stephen Yoken

    Stephen Yoken

    Stephen Yoken advises on workouts and foreclosure matters related to development projects.
    • Stephen is very knowledgeable and a good communicator of potential risks.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

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Nevada

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