Nevada Real Estate Lawyer
Protecting Nevada property owners from fraud, disputes, and unfair government action.
Nevada's real estate market moves fast and the stakes are high. Las Vegas is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country. Reno's tech-fueled boom has driven residential and commercial prices to levels no one predicted a decade ago. And Incline Village — where our office is located — sits at the center of Lake Tahoe's luxury real estate market, where single properties routinely trade for eight figures. When real estate disputes arise in this environment, the dollars at issue are substantial and the legal framework is distinctly Nevada.
At Mister Wolf, P.C., we handle real estate litigation across Nevada — property fraud, disclosure violations, HOA disputes, eminent domain, commercial lease conflicts, and water rights issues. Our attorneys litigate in Nevada state and federal courts, and Partner Evan Dotta's dual California-Nevada bar admission means we handle cross-border property matters without the complications of bringing in separate counsel.
If you're facing a property dispute, disclosure fraud, or government overreach affecting your real estate, contact us for a confidential case review.
NRS 113: Nevada's Seller Disclosure Requirements
Under NRS 113.130, sellers of residential property with up to four units must provide buyers with a detailed disclosure form covering known defects, water damage, structural issues, environmental hazards, and neighborhood nuisances. Unlike California's extensive TDS and NHD requirements under Civil Code 1102, Nevada's disclosure framework is somewhat narrower — but the penalties for fraudulent non-disclosure are severe.
We see disclosure violations most frequently in fast-moving markets where sellers are tempted to hide foundation problems, water intrusion, or unpermitted construction to keep deals on track. If you purchased a property and discovered defects the seller knew about and concealed, you have legal remedies — but you need to act quickly.
HOA Disputes Under NRS 116
Nevada has one of the most extensive HOA frameworks in the country under NRS 116, the Uniform Common-Interest Ownership Act. This is especially significant in Las Vegas, where master-planned communities with mandatory HOA membership dominate the housing landscape — Summerlin, Henderson, and virtually every new development.
NRS 116 governs everything from assessment liens and foreclosure procedures to board governance and owner rights. HOA boards sometimes overreach — imposing excessive fines, selectively enforcing rules, or foreclosing on homes for relatively small assessment balances. Nevada's HOA super-priority lien (NRS 116.3116) is particularly aggressive: the first nine months of unpaid HOA assessments take priority over even a first mortgage. We represent homeowners and investors in disputes with HOA boards, management companies, and developers.
Real Estate Cases We Handle in Nevada
We represent Nevada property owners, buyers, and investors in disputes involving:
Property Fraud & Disclosure Violations
Sellers who conceal defects, title companies that miss liens, agents who misrepresent property conditions — when fraud taints a real estate transaction, we pursue rescission, damages, and attorney's fees.
Eminent Domain & Government Takings
Under NRS 37, the government must pay just compensation when it takes private property. But "just compensation" is a fight, not a gift. We challenge lowball government appraisals and ensure property owners receive full fair market value for their land.
HOA & Common-Interest Community Disputes
Excessive fines, selective enforcement, improper foreclosures, and board misconduct under NRS 116. We represent homeowners who are being treated unfairly by their HOA and investors dealing with super-priority lien issues.
Commercial Real Estate Disputes
Lease disputes, purchase agreement breaches, tenant defaults, and development conflicts. Nevada's commercial real estate market — particularly industrial and warehouse space along I-15 and I-80 — has exploded, and so have the disputes.
Water Rights
In Nevada, water rights are a property right — and in the driest state in the nation, they're often the most valuable right attached to a parcel. The State Engineer controls water appropriation, and disputes over surface water, groundwater, and water right transfers can make or break a development project or agricultural operation.
Nevada vs. California: Property Tax and Real Estate Law
Nevada has no state income tax, which drives significant real estate investment from California buyers — but property tax works differently. Nevada's property tax rate is lower than California's in most counties, and NRS 361.4722 caps annual property tax increases at 3% for primary residences and 8% for all other property. This is more predictable than California's Prop 13 reassessment triggers.
For clients buying or investing in Nevada real estate from California, we navigate the differences in disclosure requirements, title insurance practices, HOA law, and property tax structures. Our dual-state capability means you get one firm that understands both markets instead of coordinating between two.
Local Presence in Incline Village
Our Incline Village office puts us at the heart of one of Nevada's most active luxury real estate markets. Lake Tahoe's north shore is a unique real estate environment — high-value properties, complex land use regulations, TRPA (Tahoe Regional Planning Agency) building restrictions, and a buyer pool that spans Nevada and California. We understand the local market because we're in it every day.
Learn more about our Real Estate Law practice or contact us for a free case review.