Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
  Child support is the financial obligation owed by the noncustodial parent to the custodial parent. The custodial parent is the parent who has physical custody of the child the majority of the time. The noncustodial parent is the parent who has physical custody of the child the least amount of time.
• Child Custody and Visitation
• Adoption
• Guardianship
  Attorney Dempsey and the rest of the staff here have been very helpful to me. I’ve used them for situations pertaining to everything from probate to custody, to guardianship, to adoption, to divorce. I would highly recommend this firm for any of the areas of law they practice.
• Annulment
  There are two main requirements to file for an annulment. The first requirement is that one spouse must have lived in Nevada for at least six weeks prior to filing or the spouses must have been married in the state of Nevada. The second requirement is that the spouse filing for an annulment must have the proper grounds for annulment.
• Child Abuse

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  When your freedom is at stake due to a criminal charge, investigation, or warrant, you need to exercise extreme caution. Your future is at risk if you are convicted. It is important to protect yourself as early on as possible by retaining the services of an experienced Henderson criminal defense attorney.
• DUI/DWI
  At Dempsey, Roberts & Smith, we will fight to get you the best possible outcome. We will work to reduce or dismiss charges and do everything we can to keep you out of jail. If you are facing charges related to DUI, assault, battery, drugs, domestic violence, theft, or other criminal charges, we can help.
• Wrongful Death
• Traffic Violations
  There is no jail time for these public offenses. An example of an infraction is a basic traffic violation. In these cases, a fine is usually paid, and those who are cited do not have the right to a jury trial or a public defender.
• Sex Crimes
• Burglary
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  Domestic violence charges are taken very seriously by Nevada criminal courts. Depending on the facts of the case, a domestic violence allegation may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.  You could be facing significant and life-altering consequences including...
• Drug Crimes
  Our firm frequently represents clients accused of possessing or abusing opiate drugs, such as heroin, oxycontin, and oxycodone. Charges for possession of methamphetamine, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, klonopin, and xanax are also common. Some charges can be diverted under statutory law if a client commits to a drug treatment plan. Whenever possible, our attorneys help clients avoid punishment while improving their lives.
• Assault
  Our team of domestic violence lawyers can help you stand up against domestic assault charges in Henderson, Las Vegas, and other cities in Nevada.
• Murder
  Our criminal defense lawyers defend people facing criminal charges in a variety of settings, from traffic violations to serious felony offenses in municipal courts and district courts. You can count on our Henderson criminal defense attorneys to fight for you if you are facing charges ranging from drunk driving to first-degree murder.
• Restraining Order
  You may face jail time, financial penalties, a restraining order, and could even lose your parental rights. Whether or not you were falsely accused, these penalties still carry serious consequences.
• Manslaughter
• Prostitution

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  Joseph Dempsey is currently licensed to practice law in Nevada. He has been the managing partner for the Nevada firm since its inception in 1992 and serves as the firm’s LegalShield Manager. He provides advice and counsel to LegalShield members, in both the English and Spanish languages, on a daily basis. Practice Areas: Corporate Law, Read more…
• Business Disputes
  Our Business Law attorneys at Dempsey, Roberts & Smith, Ltd. can assist you with your business, corporate and partnership legal needs.

Property Law

• Property Damage
  In the event that the insurance company wants you to sign a Final Release, you will need to consult your lawyer to make sure that the time is right for this action. If you sign a final release, you cannot seek reimbursement for any additional treatment or other losses regardless of whether you accidentally signed too soon. Releases given in exchange for property damage settlements could also release your claims for bodily injury and lost wages.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  At Dempsey, Roberts & Smith, we are committed to helping people like you—people who have had their world turned upside down by a serious accident. If you have suffered injuries in an accident, you may not be able to work or support your family. In the event of a personal injury resulting from the negligence of someone else, our Henderson personal injury lawyers can help you obtain financial compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and suffering. Get in touch with a member of our personal injury team today at (702) 388-1216 to see how we can serve you.
• Medical Malpractice
• Auto Accidents
• Slip and Fall Injury

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  The Henderson estate planning lawyers at Dempsey Roberts & Smith can help you protect your life’s legacy. We understand that every person has unique estate planning needs. We can help you develop a plan that addresses your goals and guides you towards achieving them.
• Wills
• Trusts
  Revocable trusts are also known as a living trust because it benefits you during your lifetime and can be altered, modified, or revoked at any point in time.
• Power of Attorney
  Laws and regulations in each state contain very specific guidelines regarding what elements are needed to create a trust or will, how assets are handled when they are a part of a trust estate or a decedent’s estate, and how nominees for health care directives and powers of attorney should behave. Our dedicated team of estate planning professionals is well-versed in these laws and regulations and will guide you in a manner that will benefit you and your loved ones.
• Probate

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
  Most security clearance candidates have debt of some kind, but the government examines the cause, amount, and payment history of your debt. In the wake of major economic changes, many candidates and cleared professionals find themselves in debt, having missed car payments or facing home foreclosure. A security clearance can be at risk of being denied or revoked if you display an unstable financial situation.