Homebuilder
We provide legal services for homebuilders on land acquisitions and third-party sales, development agreements, set-up of common-interest communities and public offering statement preparation, and operating build-to-rent communities.
Commercial Real Estate
We assist clients with commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions by providing comprehensive legal guidance from negotiation through closing.
Common-Interest Communities
We assist common-interest communities, condominiums, and commercial associations with issues related to CC&Rs, reciprocal easements agreements, homeowners association governance and other operational documents.
Commercial Leasing
We provide commercial leasing negotiation and preparation services to landlords and tenants for retail, restaurant, office, and industrial leases.
Commercial Contracts
We help businesses protect their interests through commercial contract review and negotiation. We ensure that your business’s agreements say what they were intended to say.
Fractional Counsel Services
We offer cost-effective fraction counsel services for Nevada businesses who require ongoing legal support for contracts, compliance and risk management but have yet to hire in-house counsel.
About us
Who We Are
Ascent Legal Advisors is a Nevada-based law firm dedicated to guiding real estate developers, homebuilders, investors, and businesses through complex transactions with clarity and confidence. Founded by attorney Michael S. Alires, the firm combines deep knowledge of Nevada real estate law with a commitment to partnership and practical solutions. From acquisitions and leasing to HOA formation and contract negotiation, we provide strategic, client-centered counsel designed to protect your interests and support your long-term success.
At Ascent Legal Advisors, our mission is to become partners with our clients to help them achieve their business objectives through practical, actionable legal solutions. We hope to become the trusted advisor for Nevada business and real estate professionals by providing strategic, results-driven legal counsel that simplifies complex transactions while protecting your business’s interests. Through this, we strive to empower business clients to achieve success with confidence.
It is our vision that Ascent Legal Advisors become Nevada’s most trusted legal partner for real estate and business law through outstanding client service tailored to each client’s unique needs and guided by excellence, integrity and innovation. We seek to set the standard for commercial real estate legal services and fractional counsel solutions to help clients thrive in a dynamic market.
Our goal is to ensure that we provide client-centered service and accessible expertise. We seek to deliver personalized legal strategies for your Nevada real estate transactions and business contracts. Ascent Legal Advisors offers flexible fractional counsel services to support growing businesses throughout Nevada allowing your business – no matter the size – access to legal advice and insight.
Individualized Insight
We provide a personalized approach to a client’s real estate and business transactions by crafting tailored solutions that meet each business’s unique needs and objectives.
Accessible Legal Expertise
We support real estate developers and Nevada businesses of all sizes with their legal needs on both an on-going basis or individual projects.
Trusted Advisors
Ascent Legal Advisors has grown primarily through repeat clients and recommendations from prior clients. We seek to be your business’s valued partner for legal matters now and in the future.
Testimonials
What Client’s Say
” Michael is an incredible lawyer. He’s proactive with dates and always provides a prompt response and friendly reminders. He’s available, efficient, kind, easy to work with, and an all-around good man, which is important to me since trust is paramount in our positions. He has my full trust and confidence. 5 stars, would recommend. “
” In my 30 years of experience in the Homebuilding industry, I’ve worked with many legal professionals, but few stand out the way Michael does. I’ve had the opportunity to work with him firsthand, and his professionalism, integrity, and deep understanding of land use law are truly exceptional. He communicates clearly and consistently protects the client’s best interests. His ability to navigate complex regulatory issues while staying grounded, practical, and honest makes him an invaluable asset on any project. I trust him, I believe in his character, and I have full confidence recommending him to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and reliable legal advisor. “