Las Vegas, NV business law attorney James L. Wadhams talks about his firm’s work in administrative law. He notes that administrative law is somewhat of a constructed term, but it essentially pertains to government licensing. It encompasses a wide range of areas, from hospitals and healthcare professionals to barber shops, beauty salons, real estate agents, insurance agents, and insurance companies. Virtually every professional license issued by the state falls under this category.

He explains that administrative law arises because these matters are handled by a state agency rather than a court. The process involves resolving issues or disputes related to a license through the administrative agency. While some matters may ultimately need judicial intervention, they are generally addressed within the administrative framework, which is why the field is referred to as administrative law.