List of first minority male lawyers and judges in Nevada

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This is a list of the first minority male lawyer(s) and judge(s) in Nevada. It includes the year in which the men were admitted to practice law (in parentheses). Also included are men who achieved other distinctions, such becoming the first in their state to graduate from law school or become a political figure.

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Firsts in Nevada's history

Brian Sandoval: First Hispanic American male to become a federal judge in Nevada (2005-2009) Brian Sandoval 2010.jpg
Brian Sandoval: First Hispanic American male to become a federal judge in Nevada (2005-2009)

Lawyers

State judges

Federal judges

Attorney General of Nevada

Deputy Attorney General

United States Attorney

Deputy District Attorney

Nevada State Bar Association

Firsts in local history

See also

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