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Samira Knight is an Associate Attorney at Leavitt Law Firm, where she represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, custody, child and spousal support, property division, relocation, and post-decree matters. With over a decade of legal experience, Ms. Knight is known for her strategic litigation skills, strong legal writing, and client-focused approach.
A proud first-generation Iranian-American and Las Vegas native, Ms. Knight is driven by a deep sense of justice, integrity, and resilience. She earned three bachelor's degrees in five years from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas—in Marketing, Management, and Broadcast Journalism—while working multiple jobs to fund her education. She later graduated cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in under two years.
Ms. Knight began her legal career externing for The Honorable Abbi Silver, then a District Court Judge presiding over civil cases. This formative experience provided Ms. Knight with valuable insight into judicial reasoning and courtroom dynamics.
Prior to joining Leavitt Law Firm, Ms. Knight practiced in both Nevada and California across multiple areas of law including family, civil litigation, business, and personal injury.
Ms. Knight brings both compassion and strength to her family law practice. Samira is skilled at navigating high-conflict matters, helping clients while remain focused on practical, long-term solutions. Samira is a skilled legal writer with a strong understanding of how the law impacts families, making her a formidable advocate in and out of court. She is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate their cases pragmatically.
Outside the courtroom, Ms. Knight is committed to community service. She is the Co-Founder of the Iranian-American Chamber of Commerce, and regularly volunteers with women’s shelters, including teaching personal development workshops.
Ms. Knight is fluent in English and conversational in Farsi.
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Cases We Handle
Solutions-Driven Family Advocacy for a Better Tomorrow
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CommunicativeWe keep you updated throughout the duration of your case.
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Solution-OrientedWe help pursue the best possible outcome for our clients.
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ReputableOur name carries weight in Clark County courtrooms.
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Service-OrientedWe strive to provide our clients the best possible experience.
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CompassionateWe sincerely care and understand your situation.
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Crafting Legal Solutions Tailored to Your Family.
Our Client Reviews
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"Mr. Leavitt is extremely knowledgeable in the court room and in the Nevada law."
I hired Mr. Leavitt for a custody dispute. He was very attentive, caring and extremely punctual. He will give his honest opinions on what needs to be done for the case and how each proceeding will go. Mr. Leavitt looks at every angle and aspect of his clie- Christina -
"I’m beyond grateful for attorney Benjamin Leavitt."
From the moment I consulted with him I knew I needed him by my side. He’s so knowledgeable. He’s helped me at my most venerable state and fought for in every way possible. He’s an attorney that truly cares for his clients and advocates wh- Edith -
"I would recommend Benjamin and his staff over and over again."
Benjamin and his staff were so amazing. Dealing with custody of my children was a very hard and stressful experience but working with him and his staff they definitely did help to ease the stress.- Ashley -
"There is truly no one better."
Ben went above and beyond for me and I could not have imagined working with anyone else. He always had my best interest at mind and consulted with me before making any decisions.- Hannah -
"My experience with Benjamin Leavitt and his associates was outstanding."
Ben responded promptly to my questions, consistently and persistently advocated for me in order to obtain a successful outcome. He and his staff demonstrated genuine concern for the result.- Former Client -
"I wholeheartedly recommend Benjamin to anyone searching for an outstanding family law attorney."
Benjamin Leavitt is a remarkable attorney. He is professional, compassionate, and has extraordinary legal knowledge. I am incredibly thankful to have Benjamin as my attorney.- Lindsey
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