Ellen L. Schulhofer

Corporate Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Las Vegas, Nevada

31+ years experience

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

702-382-2101

https://www.bhfs.com/people/attorneys/p-s/ellen-schulhofer

100 North City Parkway, Suite 1600, Las Vegas, NV 89106-4614

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Bio

30 years of experience in corporate and business law in Nevada. Facilitates billions of dollars in transactions on an annual basis. Las Vegas office managing partner. Ellen Schulhofer serves as corporate counsel to public and private companies in Nevada. Handling a broad range of transactional matters including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, joint ventures and secured and unsecured financings, as well as advising on matters of corporate governance, she is one of Nevada’s top corporate attorneys. Ellen’s deep understanding of Nevada corporate, LLC and other business statutes comes from her involvement in drafting them over the last 25 years as a member (and former vice-chair) of the executive committee of the Business Law Section of the State Bar of Nevada. A significant portion of Ellen’s corporate work is on behalf of the highly-regulated gaming industry. She draws on her three decades of experience to offer counsel regarding the unique challenges facing companies engaged in transactions in the gaming industry. As a former co-managing partner of Brownstein and a current member of the executive committee, as well as managing partner of Brownstein’s Las Vegas office, Ellen brings leadership and strategic counseling know-how to her daily practice. This coupled with her calm and pragmatic approach is invaluable to both her colleagues and clients. A relationship-builder, Ellen is often the first call a client makes when an issue arises. Ellen’s relationships extend into the community where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the Las Vegas community, serving as a valued board member for several high-profile nonprofit and civic organizations.

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Las Vegas (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Las Vegas (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Las Vegas (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Las Vegas (2017)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Las Vegas (2015)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Las Vegas (2009)
Recognized: Corporate Governance Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Special Focus: COVID-19
Top Rated Lawyer in Mergers & Acquisitions, American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell™, 2013
AV® Preeminent™, Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating
Chambers USA, 2005-2016
Super Lawyers, Mountain States, 2007-2016
Super Lawyers, Mountain States, Top 50 Women List, 2014-2016
Super Lawyers, Mountain States, Top 100 List, 2013
Legal Elite, Nevada Business Journal, 2008-2013
Women to Watch, In Business Las Vegas, 2009

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

Education

University of California Los Angeles, J.D., graduated 1994

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Reviews

Kathleen Hill

2 weeks ago

Exceptional Corporate Counsel for a Complex Merger

Our company recently engaged Ellen Schulhofer to guide us through the acquisition of a key competitor, a process that was both intricate and fraught with potential pitfalls. With over three decades of experience in Nevada's corporate landscape, her depth of knowledge was immediately apparent. She didn't just review documents; she provided strategic, business-minded counsel that was crucial during negotiations. Her reputation, underscored by multiple 'Lawyer of the Year' recognitions in Corporate Law, is well-earned. Ellen and her team at Brownstein Hyatt facilitated a smooth closing on what was, for us, a monumental transaction. Her personal involvement as the managing partner added significant weight to the proceedings. The one area where we experienced minor delays was in receiving draft revisions during the busiest phases; communication could occasionally take a day longer than hoped. That said, the final product was flawless. For anyone navigating high-stakes corporate matters in Las Vegas, Ellen's blend of seasoned expertise and practical insight is invaluable. We achieved an excellent outcome and would confidently recommend her services.