January 13, 2017
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Honoring attorneys celebrating 25 and 50 years of practice.
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July 27-29
Inn of the Mountain Gods
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Programming from the Center for Legal Education
Start Earning Credits with Live Replays

Live Replays at the State Bar Center are a great way to catch up on courses you may have missed while getting the credit you need. On Friday, Jan. 20, choose from Effective Use of Trial Technology (1.0 G),  Best and Worst Practices and Ethical Dilemmas in Mediation (3.0 G, 1.0 EP), and If You Post, You May Pay... Ethically (1.5 EP).
State Bar News, Events and Deadlines
A Message from State Bar President Scotty Holloman

I am humbled and proud to serve as your State Bar president for 2017. I am the 121st person to hold this office and I intend to serve you well, across the state and nationally. When presented the opportunity to be involved in State Bar leadership, I was concerned that practicing and living in Hobbs could be a challenge since most State Bar activities seem to occur in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. That said, I decided to become part of the State Bar leadership... Read more
"A World Apart-A View from the Eyes of a Lawyer-Juror" with Ron Taylor
The Solo and Small Firm Section's luncheon speaker series will kick off with Albuquerque attorney Ron Taylor at noon, Jan. 17, at the State Bar Center. All are welcome. Lunch is provided. R.S.V.P.
Arturo Jaramillo Summer Law Clerk Program Accepting Employers
The Committee on Diversity invites you to join in their commitment to expand opportunities in the legal profession. Learn more about the program. To participate, contact Morris Chavez.
Board of Bar Commissioners Vacancies Exist - Apply by Jan. 16
Vacancies exist in the First (Bernalillo County) and Third (Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Sandoval and Santa Fe counties) Bar Commissioner distric ts. View the full notice and application requirements. 
Call for Nominations: Outstanding Advocacy for Women Award
The Committee on Women and the Legal Profession invites nominations for N.M. attorneys who have distinguished themselves by advocating for causes that will ultimately benefit and/or further the rights of women. Make nominations by Jan. 31. Learn more about the award. 
Volunteer for UNM School of Law Mock Interview Program
Mock interviews and coordinated critiques of resumes help law students prepare for life after school. Volunteer for the YLD's annual UNM Schoool of  Law Mock Interview Program at 10:30 a.m., Jan. 28, at the law school. Training will be provided. All practice areas are needed. Contact Sean FitzPatrick. 
Volunteer for the Veterans Legal Clinic
The Veterans Legal Clinic seeks volunteer attorneys to provide brief legal advice to veterans in areas of civil law. Clinics are 8:30-11 a.m., March 14, June 13 and Sept. 12. To volunteer, contact Keith Mier. 
Around the New Mexico Legal Community
The Law of Rock and Roll with Dr. Michael Olivas
KANW presents an overview of entertainment law, focusing on copyright, trademark, trade dress,  and more at 6:30 p.m., at Robertson & Sons Violin Shop Recital Hall in Albuquerque. Purchase tickets. 
Vacancy on the Third Judicial District Court
A vacancy on the Third Judicial District Court will exist due to the resignation of Judge Darren M. Kugler. Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m., Feb. 16. View application requirements. 
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