Calling All Coaches! Please Sign Up for the Bar Exam Coaching Program!

The Committee on Diversity in the Legal Profession (CDLP) is beginning another cycle of the Bar Exam Attorney Coaching Program for the next cohort of New Mexico Bar Exam test takers. The CDLP is proud to offer this program for those taking the exam in February 2025 and we need attorney coaches. The program is designed to match an applicant with a committed attorney who will serve as a resource for the applicant. Coaches and applicants will communicate in person or via phone, e-mail, or Zoom during the applicant's bar preparation. Attorney coach and applicant matches will be made based on information provided on the form below. The deadline for submission is December 15. For any questions, contact SBNM Equity in Justice Attorney Abby Lewis at abby.lewis@sbnm.org.

Email Scams Targeting Legal Professionals

There has been a recent surge in email scams targeting legal professionals nationwide. These emails often appear to be official communications, asking you to respond to court filings or urgent legal matters. Please be advised that these emails may contain malicious links or attachments intended to compromise your systems and access sensitive information.

Fastcase Has Transitioned to vLex Fastcase as of Nov. 19

Your Fastcase member benefit as a State Bar of New Mexico licensee has transitioned to vLex Fastcase on Nov. 22. This improved legal research platform includes all the materials you currently access on Fastcase, plus new features designed specifically for attorneys. To help you make the most of this powerful new tool, we invite you to join an upcoming livecast webinar on Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. (MT). Register for the livecast webinar at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7228874879679510619?source=Bar+Website. During this webinar, vLex Fastcase will demonstrate the new features of the platform and show you how to maximize its potential for your legal practice.

Please Help the New Mexico State Bar Foundation Reach its Donations Goal this Licensing Renewal Season!

Join Our Team! - Digital Marketing & Communications Coordinator

The State Bar of New Mexico seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) Digital Marketing and Communications Coordinator. The successful applicant will work closely with State Bar and Bar Foundations’ staff to communicate information to State Bar licensees and the public. This position will support the Communications department by performing administrative tasks including website maintenance, social media marketing and email communications. $21-$23/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.  Generous benefits package included. This position qualifies for partial telecommuting. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org. Visit www.sbnm.org/SBNMjobs for full details and application instructions.

Equal Access to Justice Annual Campaign