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New Mexico State Bar Foundation's 2025 Golf Classic – Register to Play! Discounts Through Sept. 1!


Player registration is now open for the New Mexico State Bar Foundation's 2025 Golf Classic! The event will take place on Sept. 29 at the Sandia Golf Club in Albuquerque.


Register individually for $175 on or before Sept. 1. Register as a group of four for $700 on or before Sept. 1. Act fast – rates go up after Sept. 1!


Register now at https://form.jotform.com/sbnm/2025GolfClassic. Sponsorship opportunities are also available!


Contact Joey Gutierrez by phone at 505-797-6057 or by email at nmsbfdevelopment@sbnm.org with any questions.
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An Inclusive Interview with Kim Nguyen, Esq.
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New Mexico Women's Bar Association – Annual Henrietta Pettijohn Awards Reception


The New Mexico Women's Bar Association is holding its Annual Henrietta Pettijohn Awards Reception on Sept. 12 at FUSION ABQ from 4:30 to 7 p.m. (MT). Two awards will be presented, including the Henrietta Pettijohn Award, going to Rep. Pamelya Herndon, and the Rising Star Award, received by Paige Diem. Tickets and sponsorships are available at www.nmwba.org.
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Announcement of 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 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award and Alumni Promise Award honorees. Honorees for the Distinguished Achievement Award are Paul Biderman, Peter Cubra and the Hon. M. Monica Zamora. The Alumni Promise Award recipient is Lauren E. Riley. The awards dinner will be held on Oct. 17 in the Student Union ballrooms. Registration for the awards dinner will open soon.

Holiday Hours: The State Bar of New Mexico Offices and the State Bar Center Will Be Closed on Sept. 1 in Observation of Labor Day

New Mexico Supreme Court – Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Courts: Interim Guidelines for Legal Professionals
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Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System and the Law School Admission Council –Foundations 2.0 Survey


The State Bar of New Mexico encourages you to participate in the Foundations 2.0 Survey. Your participation will provide key data on the abilities lawyers need as they enter and grow in the profession. The survey is open through Aug. 31.
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Updates & Announcements From The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's

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CLE Course Spotlight – Section Spotlight

2025 Employment and Labor Law Institute

Sept. 11, In-Person or Virtual

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (MT)

4.1 G, 1.0 EP, and 1.0 EIJ
 
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Become A Speaker at a Center for Legal Education Program!


The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's Center for Legal Education is offering an opportunity to propose a presentation at one of its many programs throughout the year!


From one-hour virtual webinars to multi-day events, CLE programs are your chance to present on a variety of legal topics and an important way for members of the legal community to learn about the latest legal updates and issues in New Mexico.
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SBNM Professional Programs Group

The New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program (NM LAP)
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SBNM's Resources For Health & Wellness

Free Webinars Q3 of 2025 by the Employee Assistance Program


Awe: Engaging Profoundly with Life

Sept. 29, 2025

Noon – 1 p.m. (MT)

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August: Mental Health Resources for Legal Professionals


It’s essential to remember that mental health is just as important as physical health. As legal professionals, the demands of the job can often feel overwhelming, but help is available. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or simply the everyday stress of the profession, seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out. A strong leader asks for help and does not suffer in silence. Together we are stronger as New Mexican lawyers.
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Professional Development Program (PDP)


In addition to other resources, the Professional Development Program has developed and posted to the State Bar website various checklists, forms, articles and links to relevant resources to allow lawyers to follow best practices when engaged in succession planning, closing files, managing trust accounts, appearing before a tribunal in a virtual setting and starting a small law firm. You can find them at the Professional Development Program tab on the State Bar of New Mexico’s website.
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Pro Bono and Volunteer Opportunities

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation 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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Equal Access to Justice – 2024-25 Annual Report


Check out Equal Access to Justice's just released Annual Report! Join us in celebrating our community's generosity and commitment to supporting legal aid for the most vulnerable in our community. Thank you for being an important part of defending justice for all, not just for those that can afford it. Read the Annual Report.


Interested in learning more about Equal Access to Justice and how you can be involved? Contact Heather Norfleet at heather@eaj-nm.org.  
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Legal Clinics & Workshops

Divorce Options Workshop

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Consumer Debt Bankruptcy Workshop
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Legal Resources for the Elderly Workshop
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For more information on the Volunteer Attorney Referral process, and to learn about the volunteer attorney pool for LREP or the Modest Means Helpline please click the button below.
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Featured Member Benefit

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As a member of the State Bar of New Mexico, you’ll receive 3 months with no monthly fee when you start with LawPay. Learn more and sign up online.
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