Dan R. Waite

Dan R. Waite

Partner
dwaite@lrrc.com vCard
702.474.2638
702.216.6177 fax
3993 Howard Hughes Parkway
Suite 600
Las Vegas, NV 89169

Overview

"Expertise in commercial litigation, particularly as it arises from corporate and real estate transactions. He is often sought after to represent fiduciaries, trustees and government entities." - Chambers USA

Dan Waite, who prides himself in promptly returning client phone calls and emails, is a partner in the firm’s Litigation and Real Estate Practice Groups. His practice focuses primarily on business litigation, with an emphasis on real estate, mechanic’s lien and fiduciary litigation. His practice also encompasses transactional work including contract drafting and review, advising corporate clients regarding alter ego analysis and general corporate matters.

Dan grew up in Las Vegas and has practiced law in Nevada since 1990 and has considerable experience working with and representing owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, trustees and other fiduciaries and governmental entities. He has represented business clients both domestic and international, including from France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Canada. Dan was previously with Beckley Singleton, which partnered with Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie in 2007. Additionally, Dan lectures to lawyers, lenders and construction professionals on mechanic’s lien and related real estate matters.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Finance, Dan was the Executive Vice President and General Manager of Ponderosa Management Corporation, a property management company with holdings in Nevada, California, Arizona, Utah and Idaho. Dan serves as the Chair of the firm's Pro Bono Committee.

Memberships & Affiliations

  • State Bar of Nevada Southern Nevada Disciplinary Panel
  • State Bar of Nevada Fee Dispute Arbitration, Chair of Panel A
  • TAGLAW, Member
  • Clark County Bar Association, Member

Related News

11/05/2019
13 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Attorneys Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2020
08/15/2019
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Attorneys Recognized as The Best Lawyers in America© 2020
05/31/2019
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Attorneys Recognized as 2019 Mountain States Lawyers® and Mountain States Rising Stars®
04/25/2019
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Recognized by Chambers USA 2019
08/15/2018
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Attorneys Recognized as The Best Lawyers in America© 2019
06/11/2018
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Attorneys Recognized as 2018 Mountain States Super Lawyers® and Mountain States Rising Stars®
05/03/2018
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Recognized by Chambers USA 2018
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie announces 22 attorneys and seven practice areas are recognized by Chambers USA 2018
02/23/2018
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Named Southwest Litigation Firm of the Year by Benchmark Litigation
Nineteen of the firm's attorneys are listed as "Star" litigators in the 2018 edition
10/10/2017
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie Earns ‘Highly Recommended' Ranking From Benchmark Litigation
20 attorneys recognized in peer-reviewed annual guide to top U.S. litigation firms
8/15/2017
Partners honored as Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers
85 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie attorneys in The Best Lawyers in America 2018
05/31/2017
Attorneys, practices earn recognition in Chambers USA 2017
Rankings reflect research findings based on client and peer feedback
04/04/2017
DeWald, Freeman share John P. Frank Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award
59 attorneys earn recognition for providing more than 50 pro bono hours in 2016
12/14/2016
Las Vegas partners, associates honored for pro bono service
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada recognizes Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie attorneys
10/10/2016
Benchmark Litigation affirms ‘Highly Recommended' ranking for multiple Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie offices
22 individual attorneys included in peer-reviewed annual guide of top U.S. litigation firms
08/15/2016
83 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie attorneys named in ‘Best Lawyers'
11 partners also honored as ‘Lawyer of the Year' in The Best Lawyers in America® 2017
05/27/2016
Chambers USA recognizes Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie attorneys
Annual rankings reflect law firm's focus on client service, value, commitment to excellence
03/22/2016
Pro bono service awards presented by Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie
Annual awards honor memory of lawyer dedicated to equal justice and professionalism
02/24/2016
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie named 2016 Nevada Law Firm of the Year
Benchmark Litigation recognizes top U.S. law firms for ability to handle complex cases
10/29/2015
Lewis Roca Rothgerber earns accolades in Benchmark Litigation rankings
Law firm ‘Highly Recommended' with 20 ‘Star' attorneys in guide of top U.S. litigation firms
8/26/2015
82 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Attorneys Named in The Best Lawyers In America© 2016
Nine Partners Honored as ‘Lawyer of the Year'
6/12/2015
30 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Attorneys Named in 2015 Mountain States Super Lawyers®
1/23/2015
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Recognized by Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada for Most Pro Bono Hours Donated by a Firm in 2014
11/10/2014
Lewis Roca Rothgerber Named Top Litigation Firm in 2015 Edition of Benchmark Litigation
8/19/2014
84 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Attorneys Named in 2015 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©

Publications

Distinctions

  • Benchmark Litigation - "Local Litigation Star" in Nevada, 2015-2018, 2020
  • The Best Lawyers in America - 2019 "Lawyer of the Year," Woodward/White, Aiken, S.C. - Banking & Finance Litigation, 2013-2020
  • Chambers USA - Litigation: General Commercial, 2016-2019
  • Mountain States Super Lawyer - 2012-2015, 2018-2019 "Top 100", 2010-2011 "Top 75" - Business Litigation, 2007, 2009-2019
  • Nevada Business Magazine - "Top 100" - Southern Nevada, Legal Elite - Litigation, 2009-2011, 2018-2019
  • Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year - Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada (LACSN) - Lied Award for Most Hours Donated by a Law Firm, 2015
  • Vince A. Consul Memorial Pro Bono Award - LACSN, 2013
  • Pro Bono Attorney of the Year - LACSN, 2009
  • In Business Las Vegas - "Who’s Who 2006", 2006
  • Order of the Coif
  • Martindale-Hubbell - "AV/Preeminent Attorney" Rating
  • Law Review - Member
  • John P. Frank Pro Bono Awards Luncheon - Recognized for commitment - Pro bono service

Other Info

Education

J.D., magna cum laude, Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School, 1990
B.S., Brigham Young University, 1984

Bar Admissions

Nevada, 1990

Court Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals, for the Ninth Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada