The Law Offices of Maximilian A. Stovall is dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation to our clients in Douglas County, Nevada. If you are seeking legal services in our area, it is important to understand the structure of our local court system.

In this blog post, we will provide an overview of the court system in Douglas County and what you can expect if you have a legal matter that needs to be resolved.

Douglas County, Nevada, has a court system with four levels: the Justice Court, the District Court, the Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court.  The Court of Appeals and Supreme Court are not located in Douglas County, but as statewide courts, they have jurisdiction over Douglas County courts.

The Justice Court is the lowest level court in the county. It handles small claims cases, traffic violations, temporary protection orders, and misdemeanor criminal cases. The Justice Court also handles preliminary hearings for felony criminal cases.  There are two Justice Courts.  One Justice Court is located in Minden and the other is in Stateline next to the beautiful Lake Tahoe.  As of this writing, the Lake Tahoe Justice Court has one judge, Judge Glasson, a veteran litigator and judge.  The Justice Court in Minden is also called East Fork Justice Court.  As of this writing, the former head constable Paul Gilbert is the judge, and he is supported by other judges who retired.  These judges are also called Justices of the Peace.

The District Court is the next level of court in the county. It handles civil cases including family law, gross misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, and appeals from the Justice Court. The District Court has two departments.  As of this writing, Judge Tod Young is the judge in Department 1 and Judge Thomas Gregory is in Department 2.  Both judges are excellent, measured, and hold judicial temperance. 

The excellent quality of the judges is why this firm practices so heavily in Douglas County. 

If you have a legal matter that needs to be resolved in Douglas County, it is important to understand which court has jurisdiction over your case. Depending on the type of case you have, you may need to file your case in a specific court. Our experienced attorneys can help guide you through this process and ensure that your case is filed in the appropriate court.

At the Law Offices of Maximilian A. Stovall, we have a deep understanding of the court system in Douglas County, and we have a track record of success in representing our clients in a wide range of legal matters. Whether you need assistance with a civil lawsuit, a criminal case, or an appeal, we are here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.