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Board of Bar Commissioners
2023 Election Notice
The nomination period for four Board of Bar Commissioner seats will close at 5 p.m. on Oct. 11. Vacancies exist in the First, Third and Sixth, and Ninth and Tenth Judicial Districts. Nominations of active status members to fill the vacancies caused by the expiration of the term of such members shall be made by petition of 10 or more active status members of the Bar who are in good standing and whose principal place of practice (address of record) is in the respective district. Active status members whose principal place of practice (address of record) is in El Paso County, Texas, may nominate members for the Third and Sixth Judicial Districts. View the vacant positions, terms, duties and requirements for BBC members and the nomination petition in the Sept. 13 Bar Bulletin or on the website under https://www.sbnm.org/Leadership/Governance/BBC-Election-Notice-and-Nomination-Petition-2023.
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New Mexico Defense Lawyer Association's September Matching Challenge
The New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association is participating in the DRI Foundation’s 2023 International Day of Service. In furtherance of its participation, the NMDLA is supporting Equal Access to Justice in its efforts to provide free, essential civil legal services and advocacy to New Mexicans. All donations made by NMDLA members and associates to Equal Access to Justice during the month of September will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000 by NMDLA.
To register for NMDLA’s Annual Meeting Luncheon on Sept. 22, please visit https://nmdla.org/events.php?calendarid=11.
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The New Mexico Civil Rights Act Symposium: Its Meaning and Application
The New Mexico Law Review invites you to the New Mexico Civil Rights Act Symposium: Its Meaning and Application! The symposium will be on Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MT), at the UNM School of Law. They will be joined by three keynote speakers, Julie Murray and Matthew Segal, from the ACLU State Supreme Court Initiative, and Professor Joanna Schwartz from the UCLA School of Law. Additionally, there will be three locally hosted discussion panels focused on aspects of civil rights litigation and legislation. This event is approved for 5 general and 1 ethics MCLE credit. Contact Shannel Daniels at nmlrsymposium2023@unm.edu with any questions. Please register by Oct. 21 using the button below.
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The Center for Civic Values: Judges Needed for New Mexico Middle School Mock Trial Program
The New Mexico Middle School Mock Trial Program needs judges for its next event. The event will be held in Las Cruces at the US Federal Court and the Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces. Those interested in attending the event may sign up at by Oct. 25. Please email any questions to Kristen Leeds at Kristen@civicvalues.org or by phone at
505-764-9417.
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The UNM School of Law and UNM School of Law Alumni/ae Association Announce the 2023 Distinguished Achievement Award and Alumni Promise Award Honorees
The UNM School of Law and the UNM School of Law Alumni/ae Association are proud to announce the 2023 Distinguished Achievement Award and Alumni Promise Award honorees. The Distinguished Achievement Award honorees are (Hon) Judith K. Nakamura (Ret.), Benny Naranjo and Alicia Gutierrez. The Alumni Promise Award honoree is Larissa Lozano. The 2023 UNM School of Law and UNM School of Law Alumni/ae Association Distinguished Achievement Award Dinner will be held on Oct. 20 at the UNM Student Union Building in the ballrooms. The reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. (MT), followed by dinner and award presentations at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Tickets may be purchased on the UNM School of Law website at https://lawschool.unm.edu/. Funds go toward UNM School of Law scholarships.
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The Equity in Justice Book Club Presents: "Poverty, by America"
Join the Equity in Justice Book Club, led by State Bar of New Mexico Equity in Justice Director Dr. Amanda Parker, for five new Book Club meetings this Fall discussing Matthew Desmond's "Poverty, by America." The dates are Sept. 19, Oct. 3, Oct. 10 and Oct. 24 from noon to 1:30 p.m. (MT). Click the button below to register. Please contact Dr. Amanda Parker at amanda.parker@sbnm.org with any questions.
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Equal Access to Justice Invites You to Celebrate the Honorable Justice Edward Chavez - Seats Are Limited!
Equal Access to Justice invites you to celebrate the Honorable Justice Edward Chavez on Sept. 20 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. (MT) at the State Bar of New Mexico. Marking the start of Equal Access to Justice’s 35th anniversary, this special breakfast reception will feature presentations from leaders in our community and celebrate Justice Chavez and his advocacy of civil legal aid in our community.
Join us for this memorable morning gathering to learn about the roots of legal aid in New Mexico and its continued relevance in our community today from keynote speaker, Justice Chavez. Re-connect with old friends, meet new colleagues, and be inspired to participate in the future of civil legal aid. To register for this event, please sign up using the button below or call
505-339-8096. This event is generously sponsored by Rodey Law, Modrall Sperling, and Bruce Thompson Law Firm.
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Upcoming Events:
- Sept. 19: YLD Lunch with Judges in Santa Fe
- Sept. 21: Business Law Section Meow Wolf Networking Event
- Sept. 21: Appellate Practice Section Annual Meeting
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It's Always the Little Things: Best Office Practices and Procedures
34th Annual Appellate Practice Institute
Staying Secure Electronically
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Careers at the State Bar
New Mexico State Bar Foundation Helpline Staff Attorneys
(1 Full-Time - 40 hours/week)
The New Mexico State Bar Foundation seeks helpline staff attorneys for its Modest Means Helpline. Most of the work can be performed remotely from within New Mexico, with occasional mandatory office days. The position includes an excellent benefits package and competitive salary for legal work in the non-profit sector. Duties include providing legal advice and brief legal services over the phone to New Mexico residents who have moderate or low income. Additionally, the attorney may conduct legal workshops and clinics – some remotely and some in-person throughout New Mexico (travel and some overnight stays required). Applicants must be licensed to practice law in New Mexico, and able to work as part of a busy team in a fast-paced environment. Excellent customer service and computer skills are required. Fluency in Spanish is a plus as is a demonstrable interest in issues affecting the lower-income community.
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Guest Services Coordinator
The State Bar of New Mexico (SBNM) seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) Guest Services Coordinator. The successful incumbent will coordinate and schedule State Bar Center room rentals, internal meetings, ensure set-up for rooms, greet visitors, and field incoming phone calls and emails to SBNM general phone line and email inbox. The person in this position will provide a positive customer service experience to guests, callers, and visitors, including attorneys, judges, legal staff, members of the public and other third parties. Click the button below for more information.
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CLE Coordinator
New Mexico State Bar Foundation Center for Legal Education seeks a full-time, Administrative Assistant/Program Coordinator for the Center for Legal Education Program. The Foundation is a non-profit New Mexico accredited CLE course provider dedicated to providing high quality, affordable educational programs to the legal community. Center for Legal Education offers a full range of educational services including live seminars, live webcasts, live replays, national series teleseminars and online self-study videos. Visit www.sbnm.org/CLE-Events. The successful applicant must have excellent administration, customer service, computer, and communication skills. Click the button below for more information.
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Pro Bono and Volunteer Opportunities | |
The State Bar of New Mexico and the legal organizations it supports all provide rich and significant opportunities to provide pro bono and volunteer legal service to underserved populations in New Mexico. Take a look below at some of New Mexico's most impactful options for serving the state's diverse communities. | | |
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Join the Volunteer Attorney Program of New Mexico Legal Aid, Inc. for the launch of the Pro Bono Collaborative ECHO initiative. Through joining the program's monthly session, participants will engage in a virtual community with their peers, build a collective understanding of how to disseminate and implement best practices across diverse disciplines and use an All Teach/All Learn framework to expand the pro bono community in New Mexico.
Each session awards participants one CLE credit and will be held through Zoom.
For more information, contact VAPECHO@nmlegalaid.org or call
505-551-1263.
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The Fourth Judicial District Court and the Volunteer Attorney Program are sponsoring a legal fair on Oct. 6, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attorney volunteers are needed to provide one-time legal consultations through brief advice and counsel.
All legal consultations will take place in-person in Las Vegas, New Mexico at the New Mexico Highlands University Sala De Madrid. We greatly appreciate any amount of help you can provide to ensure the success of the event.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Bella Zayani at nediaz@nmlegalaid.org or 505-437-5970.
Sincerely,
Judge Michael Aragon
Fourth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee Chair
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Legal Clinics & Workshops | |
Divorce Options Workshop
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Attendees will learn how to save time, money and stress at a the State Bar's free Divorce Options Workshop. The virtual workshop includes a presentation by a volunteer attorney, materials on divorce and an open question-and-answer period. This virtual event is a free community service open to the public. Workshops are held (usually) on the first Wednesday of each month from 6-8 p.m. (MT) To register please call 505-797-6022.
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Consumer Debt Bankruptcy Workshop |
Get answers to questions about repossessions, foreclosures, collection issues, bankruptcy and more. The free presentation includes a presentation by a volunteer attorney, an open question and answer period and a one on one consultation with an attorney. The virtual workshops occur on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except November) at 6 p.m (MT). To register please call 505-797-6094.
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Legal Resources for Elderly Workshop
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The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) presents free legal workshops. Seniors, family members and others who work with seniors are invited to attend. The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program can be reached at 505-797-6005 or
1-800-876-6657.
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Fastcase
Fastcase is a free member service that includes cases, statutes, regulations, court rules and constitutions. This service is available through www.sbnm.org. Fastcase also offers free live training webinars. Visit www.fastcase.com/webinars to view current offerings. Reference attorneys will provide assistance from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Monday–Friday. Customer service can be reached at 866-773-2782 or support@fastcase.com.
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