Sandra Thompson

Sandra Thompson — Intellectual Property Attorney, Las Vegas NV

Sandra Thompson is a Nevada attorney licensed for 18 years practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada, admitted to the Nevada Bar in 2008. Sandra is based at Thompson IP Law, serving clients throughout Clark County — including Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Summerlin, and the surrounding metro.

Sandra's primary focus is Intellectual Property. Sandra also handles Business Law, Business Formation and Commercial Litigation cases. Clients searching for a intellectual property attorney in Las Vegas benefit from working with someone who understands the specific procedural rules of Clark County courts, the judges and prosecutors in the local system, and the Nevada statutes that govern their case. Key statute: NRS 600A.

Why Hire Sandra Thompson for Intellectual Property in Las Vegas?

• Federal IP practice in the District of Nevada: Trademark, copyright, and trade secret cases are federal matters heard in the U.S. District Court for Nevada. Sandra at Thompson IP Law is admitted to federal court and regularly handles IP disputes in Las Vegas — including gaming industry IP unique to Nevada.
• Trademark registration and enforcement: A federal trademark registration gives you exclusive nationwide rights and the ability to block counterfeit imports through U.S. Customs. Sandra Thompson's 18 years of Nevada IP practice covers USPTO applications, office action responses, and trademark enforcement campaigns.
• Nevada trade secret protection (NRS 600A): Nevada's Uniform Trade Secrets Act allows injunctions and damages when competitors misappropriate your confidential business information. Sandra helps businesses identify trade secrets, implement protective agreements, and litigate misappropriation swiftly.
• Gaming industry IP (unique to Las Vegas): Las Vegas casino companies face distinctive IP challenges — slot machine patents, game design copyrights, proprietary algorithm trade secrets, and brand protection across the Strip. Sandra understands IP issues unique to the gaming and hospitality industries.

Intellectual Property Law in Las Vegas — What You Need to Know

Nevada's legal system has its own procedures, deadlines, and standards that differ from other states. For intellectual property cases in Clark County, the court of record is typically the Clark County District Court for felonies and civil matters over $15,000, or the Las Vegas Justice Court for misdemeanors and small claims. Choosing a Las Vegas intellectual property attorney who regularly appears in these specific courts — and who knows the local culture and preferences — can make a meaningful difference in your outcome.

Nevada law imposes strict deadlines on most legal matters. Personal injury claims must generally be filed within two years under NRS 11.190; DUI-related license suspensions trigger an immediate seven-day clock to request a DMV hearing; divorce filings require six weeks of Nevada residency under NRS 125.020. Missing these windows can permanently bar your legal remedies. Sandra's 18 years of Nevada practice means clients get timely guidance on all applicable deadlines from the first consultation.

What to Expect Working with Sandra Thompson

Most Nevada attorneys in intellectual property offer a free initial consultation. During that first meeting, you should expect Sandra to review the specific facts of your case, explain the likely legal process, outline fee arrangements (whether contingency, hourly, or flat fee), and give you a realistic assessment of your options. See our guide on Questions to Ask an IP Attorney for the exact questions you should ask any attorney before you hire them.

Fee structures in Nevada vary by practice area. For personal injury and wrongful death cases, contingency fees typically range from 33% to 40% of the recovery. Criminal defense and DUI representation is usually flat-fee or hourly. For detailed cost information specific to intellectual property cases, see our Intellectual Property Attorney Costs.

Clark County Courts Serving Sandra Thompson's Clients

Depending on your case type, proceedings may take place in one or more of the following Clark County courts. Each court has its own filing procedures, hours, and self-help resources:

• Clark County District Court — Civil, criminal felonies, family law
• Las Vegas Justice Court — Misdemeanors, small claims, evictions
• Clark County Family Court — Divorce, custody, guardianship
• Henderson Justice Court — Henderson-area misdemeanors and civil cases under $15,000

Nevada Legal Resources Related to Intellectual Property

Before or after speaking with Sandra, you may find these Nevada-specific resources helpful:

• NRS 600A — Nevada Statute Guide
• Intellectual Property Attorney Costs
• Questions to Ask an IP Attorney
• Nevada Legal Glossary — 100+ Terms Defined

Frequently Asked Questions — Intellectual Property in Nevada

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