
Business Law
Build It Right. Protect It Fully.

Lex Tecnica and Business Law
Whether you are launching a startup, scaling an existing company, or nWhether you are launching a startup, scaling an existing company, or navigating a complex transaction, Lex Tecnica's Business Law division is built for entrepreneurs who are serious about getting it right. We bring in-house counsel expertise to every engagement, functioning as a strategic partner rather than outside counsel you call when things go wrong. From entity formation to contracts to regulatory compliance, we help you build a legal foundation that works as hard as you do.
Business formation and entity structuring (LLC, Corp, Partnership)
Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
Mergers, acquisitions, and business sales
Shareholder and operating agreements
Regulatory compliance and licensing
Employment agreements and independent contractor structures
Fractional General Counsel Services
Lex Tecnica and Business Law
Our Business Law Team
Build It Right. Protect It Fully.

Managing Partner
Sam Castor, Esq.
Sam Castor is the founder of Lex Tecnica and a seasoned executive attorney with over 15 years in the technology sector. He has negotiated billions of dollars in intellectual property and infrastructure transactions, resolved hundreds of millions in litigation, and served in senior legal roles at Switch, where he rose to Executive Vice President of Policy and Deputy General Counsel. A professor of negotiation and drafting at UNLV's Boyd School of Law and holder of an LLM in Cybersecurity from Texas A&M, Sam brings national firm expertise with the agility and loyalty of in-house counsel.

Senior Attorney
Nick Anderson, Esq.
Nick Anderson is a litigation and business law attorney who graduated Magna Cum Laude from Gonzaga University School of Law. He brings experience from multiple Nevada litigation boutiques and brings a practical, client-first approach to business disputes, contract matters, personal injury, and estate planning. Nick's personal injury work is also featured through Carma Legal, a division of Lex Tecnica.

Associate Attorney
Scott Whitworth, Esq.
Scott Whitworth is a thoughtful strategist and trusted advisor who helps employers navigate employment law with precision and care. He has deep experience responding to EEOC charges, OSHA complaints, and complex workplace disputes, and his practice spans general litigation, data privacy, marketing compliance, and real estate matters. Grounded in principle and driven by detail, Scott is the attorney employers want in their corner.

Associate Attorney
Hayden Smith, Esq.
Hayden Smith is a values-driven legal strategist and trusted business advisor with a unique blend of legal insight and financial acumen. His background spans real estate transactions, business law, bankruptcy, and government affairs, with prior experience at Nevada and Utah courts, the Utah Attorney General's Office, and several prominent law firms. A BYU Law graduate, Hayden serves clients across business formation, contract matters, real estate deals, and estate planning.

Associate Attorney
Kevin M. Ross, Esq.
Kevin Ross is a Nevada-based associate attorney who serves individuals and businesses through complex legal matters including breach of contract, fiduciary duty, and good faith disputes. His practice spans business litigation, estate planning, and general civil matters, and he brings steady, disciplined counsel to every engagement.

Associate Attorney
Dylan Lawter, Esq.
Dylan Lawter is a litigator who brings tenacity and precision to complex civil disputes. His practice focuses on business litigation, contract enforcement, and adversarial proceedings, and he is known for his thorough preparation and aggressive advocacy on behalf of clients.

Paralegal
Dave Sanders
Dave Sanders is a strategic and entrepreneurial paralegal whose practice focuses on business transactions, real estate, and startup legal support. An ideator and systems thinker, Dave helps clients structure deals, navigate complex transactions, and build legal frameworks that scale with their businesses.

Associate Attorney
Brian Skalka, Esq.
Brian Skalka is a seasoned attorney and trusted advisor with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate estate planning, wealth preservation, trust administration, asset protection, probate, and business succession. His practice combines deep knowledge of tax, elder law, and wealth management strategies with a practical approach to protecting clients’ assets, legacy, and long-term goals.

Associate Attorney
Tabetha Nakagawa, Esq.
Tabetha Nakagawa advises businesses on corporate, employment, commercial, and operational matters, drawing on experience in corporate law, labor and employment law, litigation, and regulatory issues. Her multidisciplinary background and practical approach help clients navigate complex legal challenges, manage risk, and support long-term business growth.

Paralegal
Angeli Gozon
Angeli Gozon is a seasoned paralegal whose practice support spans litigation, business law, and client communications. She brings a relational, strategic approach to case management and is a trusted anchor for Lex Tecnica's litigation and business law teams.

Paralegal
Brianna Show
Brianna Show is a litigation paralegal with prior experience at Weide & Miller (an IP and tech firm) and Clark County. She holds a degree from UNLV and brings sharp administrative acumen and document management expertise to litigation and IP matters.

Paralegal
Kathrine von Arx
Kathrine von Arx is a highly organized and adaptable paralegal supporting attorneys across real estate, business, IP, and estate planning matters. Her ability to manage complex file loads and shifting priorities makes her an essential resource across multiple Lex Tecnica practice areas.