By Ed Komenda, Las Vegas Sun

Serving as a general counsel attorney for a major gaming company might be one of the most demanding jobs in the world.

From lawsuits to labor strikes and a lagging economy, the job demands thick skin and endless endurance.

Tim Donovan and Brian Larson are two of the best.

As general counsel for Caesars Entertainment, Donovan and his staff recently won an American Lawyer Media award, naming them one of the best legal departments in the country. Caesars is the parent company of Harrah’s Lake Tahoe and Harveys in Stateline.

As Boyd Gaming’s lead attorney, Larson has helped the company blossom from a locals casino to a national contender with properties across the country.

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