Profile photo of James "Jim" Crockett

James "Jim" Crockett

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Las Vegas, NV, United States

About

Before entering private practice, James Crockett served as a judge for the Eighth Judicial District Court in Clark County, Nevada, from 2015 to 2021. His legal career spans over four decades, during which he handled more than 50 jury trials to verdict as a trial lawyer. His judicial tenure involved presiding over a diverse civil docket, including complex business litigation, construction defect cases, and medical malpractice disputes. He is recognized for his ability to manage high-stakes litigation and his deep understanding of Nevada's legal landscape.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Employment & Labor Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
2021
District Court Judge
Eighth Judicial District Court
Clark County
Nevada
Attorney/Partner
2015–2021
Crockett & Myers
1977–2014

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on Nevada civil procedure and trial advocacy for the Clark County Bar Association
  • Contributor to various legal publications regarding judicial settlement conferences and effective mediation strategies
  • Past President, Nevada Association for Justice
  • Former Board Member, Nevada Law Foundation

Positioning Takeaways

A former Eighth Judicial District Court judge with 40 years of litigation experience, specializing in high-stakes civil disputes in Nevada.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of Nevada
  • United States District Court
  • District of Nevada
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
  • Supreme Court of the United States

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
1977
B.A.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
1973

Distinction

One of the few neutrals in Nevada with extensive experience as both a long-term trial attorney with over 50 jury trials and a District Court judge.

Reputation

He is regarded by legal professionals as a fair and knowledgeable neutral who leverages his judicial experience to facilitate settlements in complex civil matters. Peers often note his practical approach to dispute resolution and his thorough understanding of trial dynamics.