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Scott Scherer, Entertainment Attorney in Reno, Nevada

Reno, NV

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Scott Scherer is an attorney based in Reno, NEVADA. The practice focuses on Entertainment.

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Reno, NEVADA
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attorney
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Entertainment
  • Handles Entertainment matters from Reno, NEVADA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno) (2013).

About Scott Scherer: Scott Scherer is an attorney based in Reno, NEVADA. The practice focuses on Entertainment.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Scott takes on

Scott concentrates on entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Reno, Nevada

Scott takes entertainment matters in Reno, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Scott Scherer — entertainment lawyer in Reno

Scott Scherer is an attorney based in Reno, NEVADA. The practice focuses on Entertainment.

More than 30 years of gaming law experience. Former member of the Nevada Gaming Control Board and a leader in handling complex gaming and compliance matters. Operates at the juncture of legal, regulatory and business.

Scott Scherer uses a unique mix of regulatory, business, policy and legal perspectives to help clients implementing new technologies and systems for sports betting and online gaming. Clients rely on him to steer them through the hurdles they face getting regulatory approval, obtaining licensing and ensuring compliance. Involved in the evolution of the gaming industry on both a national and international level for the last three decades, Scott applies his deep historical understanding of both the business and regulatory issues to help his clients get their new technologies to market. Clients rely on his insight to ensure alignment with compliance requirements as they seek regulatory approvals or move into new jurisdictions.

Scott’s understanding of national and international business as well as regulatory and compliance matters comes from significant roles in the gaming industry. In addition to his position on the Nevada Gaming Control Board, Scott served as in-house counsel for a major gaming device manufacturer—where he also served for a time as managing director of an international subsidiary. In addition to his private sector clients, he also advised and assisted various governments in drafting gaming laws and regulations. This diverse experience provides Scott the unique knowledge and insight to offer top tier legal counsel to his clients in the gaming industry.

Scott's approach to entertainment cases

More than 30 years of gaming law experience. Former member of the Nevada Gaming Control Board and a leader in handling complex gaming and compliance matters. Operates at the juncture of legal, regulatory and business. Scott Scherer uses a unique mix of regulatory, business, policy and legal perspectives to help clients implementing new technologies and systems for sports betting and online…

Clients Scott works with

Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment matters in Reno and the surrounding Nevada area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Washington

    J.D. · 1984

  • University of Washington

    — · 1984

Jurisdictions

Scott's state bar admissions

  • Nevada, State Bar of

    ACTIVE

Scott studied at J.D. in University of Washington and — in University of Washington.

Law school and academic background

Scott completed J.D. in University of Washington and — in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Nevada is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Scott has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno)

    2013

  • Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in the 2009 and 2011-2016 editions of Chambers USA

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer of the Year (Gaming and Licensing, Reno Market), 2013

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law (Reno) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory (2026).

Locations

Scott Scherer's office in Reno

Scott's primary office is at 5520 Kietzke Lane, Suite 110, Reno, Nevada, 89511. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

5520 Kietzke Lane, Suite 110

Reno, Nevada 89511

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Hiring guide

How to hire Scott Scherer — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Reno, Nevada

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Scott

Scott discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Scott's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Scott Scherer

  • How much does it cost to hire Scott for a entertainment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Scott offer a free consultation?

    Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.

  • How long do entertainment cases in Nevada typically take?

    Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Reno?

    Scott is licensed in Nevada. Matters governed by Nevada law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Scott will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Scott?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Scott accepting new entertainment clients right now?

    Scott's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Entertainment attorneys serving Reno, Las Vegas and Henderson in Nevada

Scott handles entertainment matters throughout Nevada. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.

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