LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Governor Joe Lombardo announced Tuesday the appointment of Richard Schonfeld to the Nevada Gaming Commission.
Schonfeld’s term on the commission will start on April 28, 2026.
“Richard Schonfeld brings decades of legal experience and a strong understanding of Nevada’s business community to this role,” Lombardo said. “I am confident he will be a valuable addition to the Nevada Gaming Commission as it continues its important work safeguarding the integrity of our gaming industry.”
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The Nevada Gaming Commission plays a critical role in Nevada’s gaming industry through final action on licensing, regulatory and disciplinary matters.
Schonfeld has practiced law in Nevada for more than 27 years and is a partner at Chesnoff & Schonfeld. He earned his law degree in 1998 and was admitted as a member of the Nevada Bar that same year.
Through his law practice, Schonfeld has served as outside corporate litigation counsel to numerous Las Vegas businesses, including entertainment companies, industrial enterprises and restaurant management organizations. He has been recognized for his experience in handling complex legal matters and trial litigation, having made appearances in over 18 states.
Schonfeld’s court admissions include numerous United States District Courts, multiple United States Courts of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.
“I am honored to be appointed to the Nevada Gaming Commission and grateful to Governor Lombardo for his confidence in me,” Schonfeld said. “Nevada has given so much to me, my wife Gina, and our children, and it means a great deal to have the opportunity to give back to this State. I look forward to contributing to the Commission’s important work in maintaining the integrity of this vital industry.”
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