Practice Emphasis
For over 35 years, John R. Bailey’s trial experience has focused on commercial corporate litigation, healthcare law, and gaming law. He continues to focus in these areas. In addition, Mr. Bailey has on numerous occasions served as a private mediator for pending litigation cases.
Professional Experience
After sixteen years with Nevada’s largest law firm, Mr. Bailey elected to form his own firm, which has now grown to become Bailey Kennedy. His clients include many of Nevada’s largest healthcare providers, Nevada businesses, and travel and tourism leaders. Well respected by his colleagues, Mr. Bailey has been recommended to the Bush Administration for a Judgeship on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit by Senators John Ensign and Harry Reid. Mr. Bailey also has the following experience with publicly traded corporations:
- Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD): Board of Directors (2015-present)
- SHFL entertainment inc. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: SHFL): Board of Directors (2008-2013)
Prior Professional Experience
- Associate and Shareholder, Lionel Sawyer & Collins (1985-2001)
Professional & Civic Involvement
Mr. Bailey is well-known for his commitment to public service. He has served in leadership capacities with the following organizations during the past 25 years:
- Nevada State Bar: Chairman; Member, Moral Character and Fitness Committee
- Southern Nevada District Court Review Commission: Commissioner
- Council for a Better Nevada: Director
- The Smith Center for the Performing Arts: Member, Board of Directors
- Nevada State Athletic Commission: Chairman; Commissioner
- Institutional Advisory Council of College of Southern Nevada: Member
- Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance: Member
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada: General Counsel; Board Chairman; Member
- Nevada Community Foundation: Member
- Public Education Foundation: Director; Member of Executive Committee
- College of Southern Nevada: Member, Board of Trustees
- Andre Agassi Preparatory Academy: Chairman of the Governing Board
In addition, Mr. Bailey belongs to the following organizations:
- Litigation Counsel of America
- American Health Lawyers Association
- International Association of Gaming Advisors
- State Bar of Nevada
- Clark County Bar Association
- The FBI Citizens’ Academy for Nevada
Education
- McGeorge School of Law, J.D., 1985
- Colorado College, B.A., Economics, 1982
Bar Admission
- State Bar of Nevada, 1985
- United States District Court for the District of Nevada
- United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit