Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Nevada Business & Cannabis Law Attorneys
We are a Nevada-based law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services in business law, litigation, transactions, licensing, and land use, with a specialized focus on Nevada's evolving cannabis regulations. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in civil litigation, business formation, and compliance, having represented clients in state and federal courts across Nevada and New Mexico. We prioritize personalized service, combining deep industry knowledge with a commitment to protecting client rights in both traditional and emerging legal landscapes.Our team's expertise in marijuana and hemp laws positions us to guide businesses through complex regulatory frameworks, while our litigation practice ensures robust defense in legal disputes. With a foundation built on military service, academic excellence, and community engagement, we approach each case with strategic insight and unwavering advocacy.
Services
Business Law
Marijuana Law
Litigation
Hemp Law
Land Use
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined experience in Nevada business and cannabis law.
- Our attorneys are licensed in both Nevada and New Mexico state courts.
- We provide personalized legal strategies for complex regulatory challenges.
- Our team includes former military service members and academic honors recipients.
- We maintain active involvement in Nevada's evolving cannabis policy landscape.
What people say
Expert legal guidance
Personalized service
Deep understanding of cannabis laws
Proven track record
Aggressive representation
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice provides comprehensive legal support for company formation, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist Nevada businesses with entity selection, licensing requirements, and ongoing operational compliance. Our attorneys help clients structure transactions and resolve commercial disputes through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
Marijuana Law
We specialize in Nevada's complex marijuana regulations, assisting clients with medical and recreational cannabis licensing, compliance programs, and enforcement defense. Our services include permit applications, operational guidelines, and representation before regulatory bodies for cultivation, distribution, and retail establishments.
Litigation
Our litigation team represents businesses and individuals in civil court proceedings across Nevada. We handle commercial disputes, contract enforcement, and defense against regulatory actions. The practice includes pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and appellate representation for business-related legal conflicts.
Hemp Law
We guide clients through Nevada's industrial hemp program requirements, including licensing, production contracts, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Our services cover agricultural operations, processing facilities, and CBD product manufacturing within legal frameworks.
Land Use
Our land use practice assists clients with zoning permits, conditional use applications, and local government negotiations. We represent businesses seeking approvals for commercial developments, cannabis operations, and property modifications in compliance with municipal codes and planning regulations.
People
Derek J. Connor
Attorney
Former Navy servicemember and licensed Nevada/New Mexico attorney with expertise in civil litigation and cannabis law. Founded Connor & Connor in 2012 after working in insurance defense and civil litigation firms.
Amanda N. Connor
Attorney
Licensed Nevada/New Mexico attorney specializing in cannabis law and business formation. Former educator with academic honors from Pepperdine University and University of New Mexico School of Law.
Kevin M. Brenner
Attorney
Nevada-licensed attorney with experience in personal injury law and criminology background. Graduated from Thomas Jefferson School of Law with clinical legal experience in veterans' assistance programs.
Jennifer Yee
Contract Attorney
Nevada-licensed attorney with healthcare background and dispute resolution concentration. Former nurse practitioner with experience in eviction mediation and public health law matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Connor & Connor PLLC specialize in?
We focus on business law, cannabis regulations, litigation, hemp law, and land use/zoning permits in Nevada.
Are your attorneys licensed in Nevada courts?
Yes, all our primary attorneys are licensed to practice law in Nevada state courts.
How does your firm handle cannabis business licensing?
We provide comprehensive licensing support including application preparation, compliance programs, and regulatory enforcement defense.
Can you represent clients in business litigation matters?
Our litigation team handles commercial disputes, contract enforcement, and regulatory defense in Nevada courts.
What experience do you have with hemp regulations?
We assist clients with Nevada's industrial hemp program compliance, licensing, and operational requirements.
