Licensed in Nevada since 2000, Rob Cardenas is highly reputable attorney with extensive litigation and trial experience. He has worked in large firms, mid-range firms and spent seven years as an insurance defense attorney, giving him unique insight into how insurance companies evaluate and defend claims.
This full-spectrum experience gives Cardenas Law Group clarity, confidence and unparalleled experience. Rob understands the process from all angles, which allows him to anticipate challenges, prepare thoroughly and negotiate from a position of confidence and strength.
Rob founded Cardenas Law Group in 2016 with a different model in mind: boutique representation that prioritizes service, communication and compassion. The firm is not about pushing claims along or chasing settlements. It is about taking care of people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Rob has a perfect 10.0 Rating by AVVO, which represents the highest possible quality rating a lawyer can receive, and also maintains an AV Preeminent Peer Review rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which also represents the highest possible rating. Rob has been named Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers and has also been recognized as one of America's Top 100 Attorneys. Rob is a Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and is recognized as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Las Vegas by various publications.
Rob lives in Las Vegas with his wife, Lisa, and they are the proud parents of two beautiful children, Riley and Cameron.
Education
Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, University of Memphis
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1997 - 2000
Vice President, Student Bar Association (2000)
Dean's Distinguished Service Award (2000)
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature
1994 - 1997
Magna Cum Laude
4.0 Society (1994, 1995, 1996, 1997)
Golden Key National Honor Society (1995)
Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges (1996-97)
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Bar Admissions
- Nevada State Bar
- United States District Court, District of Nevada
Professional Experience
- Nearly 26 years of legal practice in Las Vegas
- 7 years representing insurance companies in defense litigation
- Extensive trial and litigation experience
- Founder of Cardenas Law Group
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