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Thursday, November 21, 2024
State Bar of Nevada eNews
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Nevada Supreme Court Looks to Fill Vacancy on Board of Indigent Defense | |
The Nevada Supreme Court seeks to fill a vacancy on the Board of Indigent Defense Services for a term expiring in April 2025.
A successful applicant must have significant experience providing legal representation to indigent persons in criminal or juvenile justice, demonstrated commitment to providing effective legal representation to indigent persons, or expertise or experience qualifying the person to contribute to the board’s purpose. NRS 180.300(3).
An applicant cannot be currently serving or employed as a judge, legislator, or other state officer or employee, prosecutor, law enforcement officer, or attorney who would financially benefit from the policies adopted by the board. NRS 180.300(4). Further, an applicant cannot be employed within the Department of Indigent Defense Services, by a public defender, or by an attorney providing indigent defense services pursuant to a contract with a county. NRS 180.300(5).
Interested persons should submit a letter of interest to the Clerk of Court at nvscclerk@nvcourts.nv.gov no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, December 6.
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Woodbury Appointed to First Judicial District, Department I | |
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Governor Joe Lombardo announced Jason Woodbury as his selection to the First Judicial District Court, Department I. Woodbury currently serves as district attorney for Carson City, where he has served since he was first elected in November 2014.
Prior to his service as district attorney, Woodbury served as deputy district attorney in both the criminal and civil divisions of the Carson City District Attorney’s office and as a partner in a statewide law firm for more than a decade. Woodbury earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno and his law degree from the University of Utah.
Woodbury is a member of the Nevada District Attorney’s Association and a founding member of the Board of Directors of the Western Nevada affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. An active community member, Woodbury also served on the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada from 2003-17.
Woodbury takes office on Monday, December 2.
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2025 Bar Conference Registration is Open! | |
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Registration is now open for the State Bar of Nevada’s upcoming Annual Conference. Join us in the heart of Washington, D.C., at the historic Willard Hotel.
Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment of legal professionals as we explore cutting-edge legal issues, network with colleagues, and experience the best of the nation’s capital. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your legal knowledge, expand your professional network, and discover the latest trends shaping the legal landscape. The conference will kick off with a welcome reception on the evening of June 11, followed by programming and receptions June 12 – 13.
Visit the state bar’s website for more information and to register.
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Bar Foundation Donations Boost Legal Profession and Helps Kids | |
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When State Bar of Nevada licensees renew their licenses, please consider donating in the Part B Voluntary Donations section of your renewal application. One hundred percent of those donations to the Nevada Bar Foundation supports the activities of affinity bars, mock trial, and education advancing the legal profession. Giving a kid – who otherwise may be unable – the ability to participate in mock trial is an investment in the future.
Donations hold great value. Few other sources can be used for matching grants – and direct donations regularly double the value of your contribution.
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Submit MCLE Credits, Affirm Attendance, Renew 2025 Licenses | |
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State Bar of Nevada licensees, please remember these important dates and do not miss the deadlines:
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MCLE credits and affirmation of attendance are due December 31; and
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License renewal fees and disclosures are due January 1.
State Bar licensees can visit www.nvbar.org and click “Member Login” at top right. From your dashboard, you may renew your license, submit missing CLE credits, and view your MCLE transcript.
To renew your license, once logged in, click “License Renewal” and complete the required sections to pay your license fees, complete your mandatory disclosures, and submit your year-end MCLE affirmation of attendance. From here, you can also complete voluntary demographic surveys and update your contact information.
In anticipation of license renewals, please be sure we have your current mailing address. You may double-check your addresses via your account. Once logged in, under “My Account,” click “Update My Address.”
Forgot your username or password? Click the “Forgot email/password" link.
Need help? Contact the MCLE Department at mcle@nvbar.org or contact Member Services at memberservices@nvbar.org or call 702-382-2200.
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Judicial Selection Seeks to Fill Clark County Position | |
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The Commission on Judicial Selection invites applications from bar members to fill the following vacancy:
- Temporary member from Clark County.
Article 6, Section 20, of the Constitution of the State of Nevada, calls for the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Nevada to appoint attorney members to the Commission on Judicial Selection.
Please submit your application no later than Wednesday, November 27.
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Featured CLE: Ethics Year in Review | |
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Members of the Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility will provide bar members with ethical considerations at the forefront of their work this year. This year's program will include a variety of topics, including a review of discipline cases, a review of opinions from other jurisdictions, the latest in ABA opinions, a wellness offering, and more!
And if you join us live at the state bar offices you will be eligible to win one of several fantastic door prizes!
This CLE is sponsored by ALPS.
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Program Date:
December 11
Time:
9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Location:
State Bar of Nevada office in Las Vegas and via webinar
CLE Hours:
2 Ethics credits, 1 AAMH credit
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