Philip H. Brown
Fighting For You When It Matters Most
Philip H. Brown
Attorney
About
Las Vegas Criminal Defense Attorney Philip H. Brown
Providing Exceptional Criminal Defense Since 2011
In 2011, Attorney Philip Brown founded Brown Law Offices with the intention of providing exceptional legal representation on behalf of those who have been accused of serious crimes. As a court appointed attorney in both state and federal courts, Attorney Brown handles all types of defense litigation and juvenile delinquent defense, including:
- Drug offenses
- Firearms charges
- Gang crimes
- Sex crimes
- Domestic violence
- Casino marker default
- Fraud/white collar crime
- Computer crimes
- Probation/parole violations
- Warrants, record sealing
- Juvenile delinquent proceedings
- Juvenile certifications
Professional Bar Memberships in Nevada and Beyond
- State Bar of Nevada
- United States District Court for the District of Nevada
- State Bar of California
- United States District Court for the Central District of California
- State Bar of Maine
- 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
Educational Background in Law
- University of San Diego School of Law, LL.M. in Criminal Law, 1996
- St. Thomas University School of Law, Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude, 1995
- University of Miami, Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, 1990
Extensive Legal Experience in Criminal Defense
Clark County District Attorney's Office, Las Vegas, NV
Chief Deputy District Attorney, 1997 to 2011
Handled all facets of criminal and juvenile prosecutions on a full range of cases from misdemeanors to homicide, including:
- Acted as lead counsel for numerous felony jury trials, including murder, armed robbery, drug trafficking, gang-related offenses and habitual criminal cases
- Litigated high profile and complex cases
- Conducted grand jury proceedings, preliminary hearings, sentencings and probation revocations
- Litigated all phases of juvenile delinquency cases from the charging decision through contested hearing and appeal
- Litigated numerous hearings to certify juveniles to adult status
- Instructed new and experienced law enforcement officers regarding criminal law and procedure
- Advised law enforcement regarding investigations, search warrant preparation and charging decisions
- Wrote appellate briefs to the Nevada Supreme Court and United States Supreme Court
- Conducted oral argument before the Nevada Supreme Court
- Responded to post-conviction writs and motions
Federal Defenders of San Diego, Inc., San Diego, CA
Legal Intern, Jan. 1996 to May 1996
- Conducted research and drafted a wide variety of motions
- Represented clients charged with criminal offenses in United States District Court
- Handled numerous court appearances, including accepting appointment of counsel and bail hearings
St. Thomas School of Law, Immigration Clinic, Miami, FL
Certified Legal Intern, Sept. 1994 to May 1995
- Interviewed and counseled immigration clients in pro bono clinic
- Filed pleadings and conducted on-going legal research
- Represented various immigrants in political asylum hearings
- Prevailed on asylum claim in immigration court six months after the reinstatement of deposed President Jean Bertrand Aristide
Judge Harvey L. Goldstein, 11 th Judicial District Court, Civil Division , Miami, FL
Legal Intern, June 1994 to August 1994
- Drafted orders and decisions on various motions
- Wrote legal memoranda and opinions
- Conducted legal research at request of judge
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Reasons to Choose Our Firm
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Listed Among the Top Lawyers in 2016 by the ASLA
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Available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
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Former Chief Deputy District Attorney for Clark County
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We Have a 10.0 "Superb" Avvo Rating
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Extensive History of Successful Case Results
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We Are Prompt to Return All Client Phone Calls
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We Have an A+ Rating From the BBB
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You Get a Free Initial Consultation
Don't Just Take Our Word For It
See How We've Helped Clients Escape Their Charges
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"Phil is great at what he does, he truly cares for his clients and doesn't give up."Phil is great at what he does, he truly cares for his clients and doesn't give up.- Coriane G.
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"Phil he isn't just a lawyer - he's a friend. He really connects himself with his clients."Phil he isn't just a lawyer - he's a friend. He really connects himself with his clients.- Ashley P.
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"Mary was amazing! She always makes herself available and answers all questions."Mary was amazing! She always makes herself available and answers all questions.- Past Client
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"I wouldn't have been able to get the same outcome without her help."I wouldn't have been able to get the same outcome without her help.- Past Client
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"Best Lawyer in Vegas. I am so impressed by his professionalism and knowledge."Best Lawyer in Vegas. I am so impressed by his professionalism and knowledge.- Francisco & Dominique Lopez
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"From the bottom of my heart, thank you. We will have a life together again because of you."From the bottom of my heart, thank you. We will have a life together again because of you.- Cheryl G.
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"Phil Brown and his team of experts exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend him."Phil Brown and his team of experts exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend him.- Zuzuki C.