John P. Michaelson

John P. Michaelson

Michaelson Law
  • Business Law, Elder Law, Estate Planning ...
  • Nevada
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John Michaelson is the owner and managing partner of Michaelson Law. Since joining the firm in 2003, he has enjoyed helping thousands of clients build and protect their businesses and estates. John is an active member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys – all organizations that are dedicated to fostering excellence in the legal community or service. Previously, John also served as president of the Nevada WealthCounsel Forum and general counsel for of the Veterans Action Group, a local nonprofit organization. John also chaired the Elder Law Section of the Nevada State Bar from June 2007 to July 2008.

Prior to his time Michaelson Law, John worked as an associate attorney at DLA Piper, a top international law firm. While there, he specialized in labor and employment litigation, primarily in federal court. John also served as a law clerk to the Honorable Robert J. Johnston, United States District Court for the District of Nevada.

John was admitted to the Nevada Bar in 2001. Earlier that same year, he received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Utah. While in law school, John was a senior staff member of the Utah Law Review and co-founder of the Law Students for Children, an advocacy organization for abused, neglected and underprivileged children. He has continued his advocacy for the youth by being an active scouter in the Boy Scouts of America and by maintaining his pledge as an Eagle Scout to serve the community, both young and old.

Before attending law school, John worked as a securities broker for Fidelity Investments with trading experience in stocks, bonds, mutual funds and options. He graduated from Utah State University in 1996 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Finance.

John met his wife, Regina, while attending Utah State University. They have been happily married for nearly 30 years and have four beautiful children. John enjoys motorcycles, camping, and going to the movies.

Practice Areas
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Military Law
Veteran's Benefits
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Video Conferencing
  • Zoom
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Nevada
State Bar of Nevada
ID Number: 7822
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Korean: Spoken
Professional Experience
Owner & Managing Partner
Michaelson Law
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Education
The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
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Awards
Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers
Leading Lawyer
Real Vegas Magazine
Professional Associations
Nevada State Bar  # 7822
Member
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Speaking Engagements
Determining Competency & Incapacity in Nevada, Nevada Forum
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Michaelson Law
17
1746 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy
Henderson, NV 89012
Telephone: (702) 731-2333
Fax: (702) 731-2337
Monday: 8 AM - 6 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed