J. Michael Oakes
J. Michael Oakes is a native Las Vegan who has practiced law since 1983. His work experience has varied over the years, from initially becoming a partner in a large insurance defense firm, working over ten years as a solo practitioner, and then serving as general counsel in charge of litigation and transactional work for a large land development company. He has earned the respect of his peers, as shown by an AV rating from the highly respected peer rating service of Martindale-Hubbell.
Over the years, he has lectured on various topics, including Motion Practice in Federal Court for the Bridging the Gap series sponsored by the Clark County Bar Association, Enforcement of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for the Community Associations Institute, and Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods for Homebuilders.
He is an avid tennis player and has also been active as a manager for youth baseball.
Education
University of Oklahoma School of Law - Juris Doctorate, with distinction, 1983
Oklahoma State University - Business Administration, 1980
Bar Admissions
Nevada and Federal District Court – 1983
Honors
AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell Peer Rating Service
Memberships And Affiliations
Nevada Bar Association
Clark County Bar Association
