About Dean Gronemeier D.M.A., J.D.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERDean Gronemeier has practiced criminal defense in Nevada since 2002, representing thousands of clients in matters ranging from DUI to battery domestic violence and other misdemeanor and felony charges. He is licensed in Nevada and in U.S. federal courts, and has also served as a Judge Pro Tempore in Las Vegas Municipal Court, adjudicating cases from traffic to criminal.
Before law, Dean built a distinguished academic career at UNLV (since 1989) as Director of Percussion Studies, Associate Dean of the College of Fine Arts, and Professor of Percussion. His background in higher education and program design informs a disciplined, client-focused approach to litigation.
Education
J.D., UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law - Inaugural class (2001)
D.M.A. (Doctor of Musical Arts), The University of Arizona (also M.M., Master of Music) - with Gary Cook
B.M., Northern Illinois University - with Rich Holly, Robert Chappell, Al O’Connor
Admissions & Practice
State Bar of Nevada
U.S. federal courts (including the District of Nevada)
Primary focus: Criminal Defense - DUI, domestic battery, drug offenses, and other misdemeanors and felonies; motion practice, negotiation, and trial.
Additional Background
UNLV Leadership (since 1989): Director of Percussion Studies; Associate Dean, College of Fine Arts; Professor of Percussion Studies.
International Program Design & Teaching: Committee Chair for the Master of Marimba degree at UNICACH (Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico); percussion faculty at UNAM (Mexico City) for two years.
Clinician & Performer: Active clinician for Yamaha, SABIAN, Grover, and Mike Balter; solo appearances across the U.S. and Mexico, and performances in England, France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Australia, and Chile.
Community & Personal
Dean’s dual background, university leadership and courtroom advocacy shapes a practice grounded in preparation, clear communication, and steady client support. (Musically, he performs on a Yamaha 4900 Cadenza marimba, SABIAN cymbals, and Mike Balter Shadow Series mallets.)
Accolades
Super Lawyers® – Mountain States Rising Stars (including 2020: Civil Litigation-Plaintiff)
Nevada Business Magazine® – Legal Elite (2018: Business Litigation & Real Estate; 2019: Business Litigation & Corporate Law)
MYVEGAS Magazine – Top 100 Lawyers of the Year
Phi Alpha Delta – Society of Scholars
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada - Pro Bono Volunteer of the Month (May 2020)
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