Our Practice Areas

Sometimes, the expense and inefficiency of a drawn-out litigation can be avoided by engaging in forums of alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”), such as mediation or arbitration.  Rainey Devine has experience in both of these forums and offers the sort of strategic planning and negotiation needed to successfully utilize these forums to resolve disputes.  More importantly, [...]

Rainey Devine’s attorneys are experienced in both state and federal appellate litigation, having brought and responded to cases in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Nevada Supreme Court. Successful appellate litigation requires an advanced understanding of the legal concepts and precedent that shape our laws.  The appellate attorney must provide the sort of [...]

In these economically uncertain times, it is critically important to guard your assets.  We can provide you with a comprehensive asset protection strategy, designed to more effectively manage and protect your existing assets, while also safeguarding your future earnings.  Our goal in asset protection is to legally segregate your assets, such that they are owned [...]

Bankruptcy has become an increasingly common occurrence in today’s troubled economy.  Often, companies and individuals, faced with mounting liabilities, are forced into bankruptcy court as a last resort.  Rainey Devine can help you manage the bankruptcy process in the simplest, most cost-effective manner.   We offer personal Chapter 7 bankruptcies for as little as $995, depending [...]

Rainey Devine provides essential legal services that can take your business from concept to reality.  We advise and assist our clients on not only day-to-day business needs, but also on major transactions that can transform the size, scope and profitability of your business.  Our attorneys have significant experience in nurturing small businesses into thriving profitable [...]

Litigation can be an unpleasant process.   However, when a dispute arises, that process is sometimes inevitable.  We can help.  Here at Rainey Devine, we take a goal-oriented approach to litigation that emphasizes the client’s ultimate interests.  Of course, when necessary, we will  fight for you to the bitter end.  However, in most instances, a balanced [...]

Rainey Devine offers a variety of services to meet the needs of businesses both large and small.  We can assist with your day-to-day business needs or develop comprehensive plans for even the most complex commercial transactions. Commercial Transactions Our transactional services include: *The negotiation and structuring of debt and equity financing agreements; *Fomation of all [...]

Rainey Devine understands the dynamic nature of the Internet and the network of laws that govern it. The Internet and web-based technology have radically transformed the way that companies conduct business.  Today, large-scale transactions can be performed with the click of a mouse.  Due to the global nature of e-commerce, Internet legal issues often touch [...]

Rainey Devine offers several legal services unique to the entertainment industry, specifically with regard to the film and television industries.   Our firm understands the idiosyncratic nature of the entertainment industry that can often confuse legal issues.  Armed with the knowledge and expertise necessary to tackle nearly any entertainment-related matter, we can provide you with the [...]

For some industries and business sectors, franchising can prove the most profitable of business models.  However, structuring an effective franchise requires a carefully crafted set of documents.   Rainey Devine possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively build a franchise from the ground up. Similarly, purchasing a new franchise venture can often prove confusing and [...]

Rainey Devine offers a wide variety of services to casino gaming operators, manufactures, and key employees. Based in the Las Vegas Valley, the epicenter of the gaming industry, Rainey Devine actively practices in several areas of the law that are unique to gaming enterprises.  As the former legal counsel to a licensed gaming company, Chaz [...]

In today’s business environment, companies across all industries find it increasingly important to not only understand the legislative and regulatory worlds of federal, state and local government, but also contribute to the policy discourse that shapes our laws. Rainey Devine can provide you with the the expertise, knowledge and strategic vision necessary to bring your [...]

Rainey Devine recognizes how critically important the protection of intellectual property is in today’s business environment.  More than 80% of the wealth of America’s companies is invested in various intellectual properties.  The development and protection of intangible assets are essential to a companies success.   We can help you safeguard your intellectual property and, in turn, [...]

Rainey Devine recognizes that we are in an increasingly global economy, requiring an international approach to solving legal problems.  From its inception, Rainey Devine has been intently focused on the international implications of its practice and has sought to provide its clients with comprehensive, global strategies.   We offer a variety of international legal services for [...]

Rainey Devine possesses substantial experience in dealing with real estate related legal matters.  Charles R. Rainey, Jr. has practiced real estate law in Northern Virginia for more than thirty years and brings a wealth of experience and intellect to the firm’s real estate practice. Although real estate assets have significantly depreciated over the last two [...]

   OVERVIEW    OUR SERVICES    FAQ Rainey Devine offers a full portfolio of estate planning services tailor-made to meet the individual needs of our clients. In recent years, a disturbing trend of self-help has spread through the estate planning industry.  Too often, individuals without any legal training attempt to draft their own wills, trusts [...]