Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Experienced Nevada Legal Representation
Wilson | Barrows | Salyer | Jones has served northeastern Nevada since 1945, building a legacy of legal excellence rooted in decades of collective experience. Our firm traces its origins to Orville R. Wilson, whose commitment to client service established a foundation that continues today. We combine multi-generational expertise with modern legal practices, offering comprehensive solutions across diverse practice areas. Our attorneys bring specialized knowledge in education law, employment law, real estate, and estate planning, serving individuals, businesses, and government entities. With over 75 combined years of local practice experience, we maintain deep familiarity with Nevada's legal landscape.Our approach emphasizes personalized service while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. We prioritize clear communication and practical solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. The firm's continuity through multiple generations demonstrates our enduring commitment to the community. Our practice reflects a balance of tradition and adaptability in addressing contemporary legal challenges. This heritage positions us to deliver reliable, forward-thinking legal counsel to clients across Elko County and beyond.
Services
Education Law
Employment Law
Real Estate
Estate Planning
Corporate Law
Probate Services
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ combined years of local legal practice experience
- Our multi-generational firm maintains deep community connections
- We provide specialized expertise across six core practice areas
- Our attorneys combine traditional values with modern legal strategies
- We serve diverse clients including businesses, families, and government entities
Services
Education Law
We represent educational institutions and districts in Nevada, handling policy implementation, compliance matters, and dispute resolution. Our practice includes advising on student rights, teacher contracts, and special education requirements. With decades of experience in local school systems, we help educational entities navigate complex legal frameworks while maintaining focus on educational priorities.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice serves Nevada employers in matters ranging from workplace policies to litigation. We handle discrimination claims, wage disputes, and compliance with state and federal regulations. The firm provides proactive guidance to prevent legal issues and represents clients in administrative proceedings and court when necessary, maintaining employer interests while ensuring legal compliance.
Real Estate
We handle all aspects of Nevada real estate transactions including commercial and residential purchases, sales, and leasing. Our services cover title examinations, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution. With extensive local experience, we guide clients through complex property laws and represent parties in boundary disputes, zoning issues, and land development matters across Elko County.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include creating wills, trusts, and advance directives tailored to Nevada residents' needs. We help families plan for asset distribution, elder care, and tax considerations. The firm also assists with probate administration and trust management, ensuring clients' wishes are honored while complying with state-specific inheritance laws.
Corporate Law
We assist Nevada businesses with entity formation, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. Our services include advising on corporate structure, mergers and acquisitions, and ongoing legal matters. We work with startups and established companies to create sound legal foundations while addressing day-to-day operational requirements in compliance with state and federal business regulations.
People
Richard G. Barrows
Attorney
Practicing in Elko since 1973, Richard Barrows brings extensive experience in Nevada law. A retired U.S. Army Reserves Captain, he focuses on real estate and corporate matters while maintaining deep community involvement.
Robert M. Salyer
Attorney
Robert Salyer has served Elko's legal needs since 1998, specializing in education and employment law. His practice emphasizes institutional representation while maintaining a strong commitment to local educational entities.
Shawn K. Jones
Attorney
Shawn Jones brings diverse experience from Chicago practice to Nevada's legal landscape. Focusing on estate planning and probate, he combines national perspective with tailored local service for individual clients.
Questions
What practice areas does Wilson Barrows Salyer Jones handle?
We specialize in education law, employment law, real estate transactions, estate planning, corporate law, and probate services for clients in northeastern Nevada.
How long has the firm been practicing in Elko?
Our attorneys have maintained continuous practice in Elko since 1945, with current team members having 25+ years of local experience.
What types of clients do you represent?
We serve individuals, families, businesses, corporations, ranches, educational institutions, and government entities across Elko County.
What makes your firm different from other Nevada law practices?
Our unique combination of multi-generational local knowledge, broad practice areas, and commitment to personalized service distinguishes us in the region.
