Liesl Freedman
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced with providing strategic legal advice and managing government legal operations. Utilizes expertise in risk assessment to ensure legal compliance. Track record of effective litigation management and fostering collaborative team environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Counsel
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
06.2005 - 07.2025
- Performed wide range of legal work leading the in-house legal office for the sixth largest police agency in the United States with over 6000 employees.
- Advised executive staff on legal compliance, risk management strategies, and personnel matters.
- Managed attorney staff, Public Records Unit, Policy and Research Unit, and the Health and Safety Section.
- Advised on communication strategies.
- Drafted and reviewed policy.
- Managed litigation processes, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
- Developed training programs for officers focusing on search and seizure and compliance with new legislation.
- Provided strategic guidance on legislative changes impacting operations and practices.
Solicitor General
Nevada Attorney General
Las Vegas, NV
12.2004 - 06.2005
- Responsible for ensuring effective representation of all civil litigation for the State of Nevada.
- Supervised employees representing the Department of Corrections statewide.
- Represented various state agencies in appellate matters .
Senior Deputy Attorney General
Nevada Attorney General
Las Vegas, NV
12.2002 - 12.2004
- Represented the Nevada Department of Transportation in complex litigation to include eminent domain, contractor claims, and environmental regulation challenges.
- Supervised attorneys in Las Vegas representing NDOT and the Department of Public Safety.
- Hired and managed outside counsel for complex eminent domain projects in Las Vegas and Carson City.
Deputy Attorney General
Nevada Attorney General
Las Vegas, NV
12.1997 - 12.2002
- Defense counsel for various state agencies to include the Department of Public Safety, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Corrections.
- Led litigation efforts to uphold state laws and protect public interests.
- Represented the Attorney General in legislative hearings, advocating for policies benefiting the state's interests.
- Acted as Board Counsel for the Department of Transportation and Nevada Sheriffs and Chiefs.
Education
J.D. -
California Western School of Law
San Diego, CASkills
- Writing and implementing police policy
- Working collaboratively with stake holders
- Communication strategies
- Advising on complex police issues
- Litigation management
- Strategy development
Certification
Nevada Bar License 5309
Timeline
General Counsel
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
06.2005 - 07.2025
Solicitor General
Nevada Attorney General
12.2004 - 06.2005
Senior Deputy Attorney General
Nevada Attorney General
12.2002 - 12.2004
Deputy Attorney General
Nevada Attorney General
12.1997 - 12.2002
J.D. -
California Western School of Law