Message from State Bar President Regarding Coronavirus, Deadlines, and More...

March 20, 2020

Message from State Bar President Regarding Coronavirus

Dear Members of the State Bar of New Mexico,

The State Bar of New Mexico is committed to helping New Mexico lawyers respond to the evolving situation with the COVID-19 coronavirus. We understand that this is a time of uncertainty for everyone. We are all encountering personal and professional challenges that are simply unprecedented. By working collaboratively and sharing resources, we believe that we can be better prepared for what lies ahead. At this time, we are reaching out to provide updates regarding State Bar functions and links to resources… Read More

Upcoming Programs from the Center for Legal Education:

Who's Your Biggest Critic? Your Boss? A Colleague? Or You? (1.5 EP)

March 26, Webcast
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Emergent Issues in Asylum Law (3.0 G)

March 27, Webcast
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Implicit Gender Bias (2.0 EP )

Postponed until Oct. 22

An In-Depth Look at the Latest Info and Ethical Considerations Pertaining to Cultural Competency and Implicit Bias in the Legal Profession (2019) (2.0 EP)

March 27, Replay Webcast
Registration coming soon

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Coronavirus Updates

The State Bar of New Mexico is committed to helping New Mexico lawyers respond optimally to the developing COVID-19 coronavirus situation. Visit www.nmbar.org/covid-19 for a compilation of resources from national and local health agencies and frequently asked questions. This page will be updated regularly during this rapidly evolving situation. Please check back often for the latest information from the State Bar of New Mexico. If you have additional questions or suggestions about the State Bar's response to the coronavirus situation, please email Executive Director Richard Spinello at rspinello@nmbar.org .

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Upcoming Events

State Bar Events

March 24: Real Property Division Brown Bag: Real Estate Contracts in New Mexico (via web/teleconference)

Court Events

March 13: New Mexico Commission on Access to Justice Meeting (held remotely)

We are currently keeping a list of events that have been cancelled or changed due to the coronavirus situation. These events include State Bar of New Mexico events, Court events, and other events in the legal community. Please the Resources for Attorneys & FAQ About Coronavirus page often as this situation is changing rapidly. To notify us of an event cancellation or change, email Evann Laird at elaird@nmbar.org .

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Important Announcements and Deadlines

State Bar Announcements and Deadlines

Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission Seeking Grant Applications
ABA House of Delegates Accepting Applications until May 15
Board of Bar Commissioners Vacancy in Fifth Bar Commissioner District
Board of Bar Commissioners Vacancy in Sixth Bar Commissioner District
Board of Bar Commissioners Appointment Applications to New Mexico Legal

Aid Board Due April 5

Judicial Standards Commission Accepting Applications until May 15
Nominations for the Annual Awards Now Being Accepted Here
Legal Services and Programs Committee Seeking Sponsors for Breaking Good High School Video Contest
Public Law Section Now Accepting Nominations for Lawyer of the Year Award
The State Bar of New Mexico is Hiring for Three Positions: Continuing Legal Education Program Coordinator, Member Services Coordinator and LREP Staff Attorney

Court Announcements and Deadlines

First Judicial District Court Announcement of Vacancy
Second Judicial District Court Destruction Of Tapes And Logs
Fifth Judicial District Court Notice of Mass Reassignment
Eleventh Judicial District Court Announcement of Applicants
New Mexico Public Employee Labor Relations Board Public Notice of Audiotape Destruction
State of New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration Notice of Destruction of Records

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