NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF Business and Industry (B&I) Director Mendy Elliott has named Ann McDermott Administrator of B&I’s Real Estate Division. Ms. McDermott began her appointment October 1, 2007.

“Ann McDermott has a broad background of legal and business experience and a thorough knowledge of the real estate industry,” said Director Elliott. “This is a broad-based division that is responsible for enforcing eight chapters of Nevada law and 11 licensing programs. Ann’s wide range of experience and her legal training will serve her well to administer all programs and work with the three commissions which serve the Division’s programs.”

Ms. McDermott most recently served as a deputy Nevada attorney for injured workers in Las Vegas, where she represented injured workers in appeals of worker’s compensation claims. She previously served as managing attorney at the Kimball, Tirey & St. John law firm in Las Vegas, and as associate in several other law offices. She also has an extensive business background, including management experience within the hospitality and mortgage financing industries. She earned her Juris Doctor degree magna cum laude from Gonzaga University School of Law and is a member of the Nevada Bar.

“I thank Ms. Elliott for this privilege and also Gail Anderson for the exceptional contribution she made to the Real Estate Division during her tenure as Administrator. I will surely strive to expand upon her outstanding record.” said Ann McDermott. “The State of Nevada has a proud history, with outstanding talent. It is a great honor to join its leadership team and have the opportunity to work with the three Commissions and the public in this capacity. I look forward to using my expertise and knowledge to further serve the people of Nevada.

The Real Estate Division carries out duties of administration and regulatory enforcement for real estate licensees, appraisers of real estate, the sale of subdivided land, timeshare sales, campground membership sales, home inspectors, common-interest community associations, certified community managers, and condominium hotels.