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From the Desk of Lou Claggett, Community Relations Director
ONE FIRM, ONE PURPOSE: MAKING A DIFFERENCE
At Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers, commitment to community isn't just a slogan — it's part of who we are. Giving back to the places that shaped us has always been central to our firm's identity. Across the communities we call home, our team actively supports local nonprofits through year-round volunteerism and service, from food banks and homeless shelters to youth, mental health, and family support initiatives. We're proud to stand behind projects that create real impact, strengthen the places we serve, and help people help themselves.
FOR OUR FAMILY, IT’S OUR PASSION. FOR OUR LAW FIRM, IT’S THE WAY WE DO BUSINESS.
ORGANIZATIONS WE SUPPORT
HELP Street is a one-stop shop social service and community campus that dramatically increases access to critical services, delivery of services, efficiency and community engagement for individuals and families.
Three Square is the main food bank in Las Vegas. They provide bakery, produce, dairy, non-perishable products and ready-to-eat meals to non-profit and faith-based organizations.
Since 2025, we’ve supported a Nevada nonprofit law firm serving vulnerable residents—victims of domestic violence, crime, and traffic offenses, plus families and foster children—through pro bono cases and a $250,000 donation toward their new campus.
Founded in Las Vegas, The Just One Project has grown into one of Southern Nevada's most impactful nonprofits, connecting food-insecure families with fresh groceries alongside resources like housing assistance, workforce development, and youth programs.
What Our Partners Are Saying
NEVADA PARTNERSHIP FOR HOMELESS YOUTH
"Through your support, we are able to take greater strides toward fulfillment of our mission.”
TIM MULLIN
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
HELP OF SOUTHERN NEVADA
“We are so fortunate to have Claggett & Sykes as investors in our mission ‘to assist families and individuals in Southern Nevada overcome barriers to self-sufficiency. Year after year, they answer the call always ready to support us. Southern Nevada is a better place because of their philanthropic support.”
FUILALA RILEY
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
SIERRA NEVADA JOURNEYS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Our team at Sierra Nevada Journeys is excited for our new partnership with Claggett and Sykes, which will ultimately benefit kids in Nevada. In addition to a multi-year investment in the Sierra Nevada Journeys Scholarship Fund, which builds critical program access for families with financial barriers, the team at Claggett and Sykes have committed to support the organization in any way they can. We look forward to building a collaborative relationship with such a dedicated community partner.
NEVADA CHILD SEEKERS
“This past spring I asked Sean if he would be willing to help out Nevada Child Seekers with a donation for our annual 5K Dash and Stroll. I mentioned to him that if he could make a donation and help me reach an amount I set I would shave my head. Sean came back with the attitude of whatever you need we can help. Needless to say Sean’s generosity helped me reach my goal and with his help Nevada Child Seekers had another outstanding Event. Nevada Child Seekers is very appreciative of Sean’s willingness to give back to the Community and help out Non-profit organizations like ours.”
JAY NICKELS
SECRETARY
THREE SQUARE FOOD BANK
“Three Square is grateful for our friends at Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers who embrace our vision that no one in our community should be hungry. They have a team of community leaders committed to helping eliminate hunger in Southern Nevada. Their consistent generosity through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy is inspiring, and has provided more than 84,150 meals for our hungry neighbors.”
BRIAN BURTON
PRESIDENT + CEO
Sierra Nevada Journeys
Sierra Nevada Journeys is a non-profit organization which provides science-based education programs to students across Nevada, encouraging them “to develop critical thinking skills and inspire natural resource stewardship.”
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
"Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada salutes Claggett & Sykes as true community heroes. With their support Legal Aid Center is able to build our new Advocacy & Justice Complex - a space where victims can find hope, where families in crisis can heal, and where vulnerable adults are protected. Their help does not stop there. The firm has supported our Children’s Attorneys Project by taking numerous cases giving neglected and abused children a voice in court. We are grateful for their partnership serving Nevadans who need our help now more than ever!"
BARBARA E. BUCKLEY, ESQ.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Just One Project
We support one of Southern Nevada’s fastest-growing nonprofits by sponsoring their monthly farmers’ market, helping provide fresh produce and essential resources to local individuals and families.
The Children’s Cabinet
The Children’s Cabinet provides cost-free programs and services for more than 11,000 underserved children and families in Nevada each year. It provides educational, housing, and employment assistance, as well as crisis intervention services. To celebrate the opening of the Reno office, Claggett & Sykes presented a check to The Children’s Cabinet to help them with their mission. [Read More]
Annual Chet Buchanan & The Morning Zoo Toy Drive
For over a decade, we’ve partnered with KLUC on their annual toy drive, donating 1,000+ bikes and more than $700,000 to support kids and year-round community programs in Las Vegas.
National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Celebrating volunteers
Honorable Mentions
- Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
- The Healing Center at St. Jude’s Ranch
- Tyler Robinson Foundation
- Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada
- Spread the Word (Las Vegas)