Dec. 15, 2023

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New Mexico Black Lawyers Association Presents 2023 Virtual Lunch and Learn CLE: "Coding Justice: Addressing Bias in Artificial Intelligence"

 

The New Mexico Black Lawyers Association invites you to attend its 2023 Virtual Lunch and Learn CLE, "Coding Justice: Addressing Bias in Artificial Intelligence," presented by Professor Sonia Gipson Rankin, Professor of Law at the University of New Mexico School of Law. The virtual CLE will take place from noon until 1 p.m. (MT) on Dec. 15 (1.0 Ethics Credit Pending) via Zoom.


Registration is $50 for attorneys seeking CLE credit. There is a discounted registration of $30 for NMBLA members, government attorneys and paralegals. Community members can join for free but must RSVP using the community member registration link. Please register via the website: https://newmexicoblacklawyersassociation.org/.  

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Upcoming Programs from the Center for Legal Education:

What Music Stars and Movie Stars Teach About Writing and Negotiation


Tech and Ethics: There's Nothing New Under the Ethical Sun....Except Everything


Why Female Attorneys Get Paid Less: What's Gender Bias Got to Do With It

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SBNM Professional Programs Group

Professional Development Program


The Professional Development Program offers law practice management services and resources to State Bar members. This includes continuing education courses, “how-to” manuals and workshops, confidential practice consultations, a confidential ethics advisory helpline and information, sample forms, checklists and assessments on best practices for lawyers. For more information please visit the Professional Development Program tab on the State Bar’s website, or call the Program at 505-797-6079.

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Equity in Justice Program


Join conversations facilitated by Dr. Amanda Parker, Equity in Justice Director of the State Bar of New Mexico, and Torri Jacobus, Statewide Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Director for the Administrative Office of the Courts for the next Equity in Justice Book Club pick, "Lies My Teacher Told Me," by James Loewen. The discussions will take place on Jan. 9, 2024, Jan. 23, 2024, Feb. 6, 2024 and Feb. 20, 2024. Each session will go from noon to 1:30 p.m. (MT).

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The New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program


Try these six tips to stay fit during the holidays:




  1. Move, Move, Move. Staying active and moving around is going to be key because it burns calories.
  2. Keep a (Nearly) Normal Routine.
  3. Be Realistic.
  4. Drink Plenty of Water.
  5. Prioritize Sleep.
  6. Limit TV Time and Partner Up.
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Judicial Wellness Program (NMJWP)


Update/Manage Your Calendar


This may seem a bit simplistic, but the power in really having command of your calendar helps us feel more in control and relaxed about the upcoming day or week because we know what to expect. Also, finding out where the spaces exist for you to have time for your own wellness (i.e., exercise, leisure, family or friend time) can help you make the time for things other than work. By doing that, we may find that we are more relaxed and supported to fully engage in our work. Our productivity can be increased with just this small shift of finding balance. 


Try it and let us know how it worked! Reach out with any comments to Sandra.engel@sbnm.org.

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Pro Bono and Volunteer Opportunities

The State Bar of New Mexico 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.


The Gene Franchini New Mexico High School Mock Trial Competition is in need of judges for the qualifier rounds. The qualifier competition will be held Feb. 16 and 17 and will be hosted by the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court.


The deadline for registration is Jan. 31, 2024.


If you have questions, contact Kristen Leeds at the Center for Civic Values at 505-764-9417 or Kristen@civicvalues.org.

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Divorce Options Workshop
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Attendees will learn how to save time, money and stress at a the State Bar's free Divorce Options Workshop. The virtual workshop includes a presentation by a volunteer attorney, materials on divorce and an open question-and-answer period. This virtual event is a free community service open to the public. Workshops are held (usually) on the first Wednesday of each month from 6-8 p.m. (MT) To register please call 505-797-6022.
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Consumer Debt Bankruptcy Workshop
Get answers to questions about repossessions, foreclosures, collection issues, bankruptcy and more. The free presentation includes a presentation by a volunteer attorney, an open question and answer period and a one on one consultation with an attorney. The virtual workshops occur on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except November) at 6 p.m (MT). To register please call 505-797-6094.

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Legal Resources for Elderly Workshop
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The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) presents free legal workshops. Seniors, family members and others who work with seniors are invited to attend. The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program can be reached at 505-797-6005 or
1-800-876-6657.





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For more information on the Volunteer Attorney Referral process, and to learn about the volunteer attorney pool for LREP or N.M. Legal Aid's Volunteer Attorney Program (VAP), please click the button below.

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