SBN eNews: Seven Attorneys Apply to Fill Eighth Judicial District Court Vacancy

Thursday, January 18, 2024

State Bar of Nevada eNews

Seven Attorneys Apply

to Fill Eighth Judicial District Court Vacancy

Nevada Supreme Court Chief Justice Elissa Cadish has announced that the Nevada Commission on Judicial Selection received seven applications from individuals who wish to fill the judicial opening in Department 27 of the Eighth Judicial District Court.

The commission will nominate a panel of three to fill the vacancy. Department 27 is vacant through the resignation of the Honorable Nancy Allf in January of this year. The applicants in alphabetical order are as follows:

David Reed Clayson;
Tracy Ip Hibbetts;
Alexandra McCleod;
Erika Mendoza;
Robert Allen Stephens;
Timothy P. Thomas; and
Steven Morris.

Nevada attorneys with 10 years of legal experience, including two years of Nevada practice, were encouraged to apply for the opening. Interviews to fill this vacancy will be held in February, in Las Vegas. Interviews will be streamed live through the Nevada Supreme Court’s YouTube channel and are open to the public. After the interviews, the commission will nominate three finalists to Governor Joe Lombardo.

This Week at the State Bar

The State Bar of Nevada is looking for qualified individuals (attorneys and non-attorneys) from both the south and north to fill open positions on the Fee Dispute Arbitration Committee.

The committee is comprised of volunteer members who resolve disputes regarding legal fees and costs (min. $250) between clients and attorneys through mediation or arbitration (binding if parties agree to be bound) (per SCR 86(12).

So, if you have a knack for helping parties settle disputes, apply for the committee here.

Remember to always use the most current pro hac vice application, which is available on the Library of Forms in Word and as a pdf.

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Public Input Invited Regarding Hearing Master Position Finalists

The public is invited to provide comments regarding finalists for a hearing master position with the Eighth Judicial District Court. Public input is part of a three-tiered recruitment process established in an administrative directive for selecting district court hearing masters and commissioners.

Temporary Protective Order Hearing Master Finalist candidates are:

Ashley Gordon Hanks;
Linda Lewis; and
Hagar Trippiedi.

Input on the candidates can be e-mailed to the Eighth Judicial District Human Resources manager’s office at EJDCRecruitment@clarkcountycourts.us; mailed to 200 Lewis Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89155; or faxed to 702-671-4560. The public comment period will be open until 5 p.m. Friday, January 26, 2024.

The candidates listed above are finalists who have already been through an application review committee and an oral panel interview. The public input on these candidates will go to a selection panel for the third and final tier of the hiring process. Each candidate is an attorney who is a member of the State Bar of Nevada in good standing.

Check Yes Supporting Pro Bono, Nevada Bar Foundation When Renewing

Member donations during dues renewal matter in supporting pro bono in Nevada and legal education through the Nevada Bar Foundation. If you renew yourself, the state bar encourages you to select the option to make a voluntary donation to legal aid pro bono programs and/or the Nevada Bar Foundation. If someone renews for you, you can donate online and select your preferences.

Every year, more and more responsibility is placed on Nevada’s legal aid providers to help Nevadans get fair legal outcomes. The Nevada Bar Foundation’s legal education includes helping fund the High School Mock Trial Competition, which affords the opportunity for students to get excited about the legal profession. One hundred percent of pro bono donations go to legal aid providers based on your voting district, and 100 percent of NBF donations support legal education. Member donations make a big impact.

Elevate Your Health with PPO Dental Plan

Members of the State Bar of Nevada – as well as their staff and dependents – have access to two group PPO dental plans through the State Bar of Nevada Insurance Marketplace. With the Comprehensive Plan, you have the freedom to visit any licensed dentist in the country, and a high annual max of $1,750 per person. Both plans include no waiting period for preventative coverage, and an optional vision PPO add-on plan. Enroll now and start off the new year with a smile.

Enroll by January 31 for a February 1 start date. Member Benefits is a State Bar of Nevada Business Partner.

Latino Bar, Labor & Employment Section Hosting Social Event

The Nevada Latino Bar Association and the State Bar of Nevada’s Labor and Employment Section are co-hosting a "Meat and Greet” from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, February 8, at Fogo de Chao, located at 360 E. Flamingo Road in Las Vegas. Lots of delicious food and drinks will be provided! Vegan options will also be available.

Please RSVP at https://www.nvlba.com/lvevents by Friday, January 19.

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