Aug. 30, 2024

Pro Bono Opportunities
Online Notices

The Annual Meeting Looks A Little DIFFERENT This Year

  • Earn all 12 of your CLE credits for the year for ONLY $199!
  • BE INSPIRED by this year's powerhouse speakers. Keynote Speaker Camille M. Vasquez, Esq. Vasquez quickly became one of the nation’s most recognized attorneys in 2022, when she held a key role in the Depp v. Heard defamation case. Other inspirational speakers include Jennifer Nicole Berry, Esq., Aja N. Brooks, Esq. and "The CLE Performer" Stuart I. Teicher, as well as several judges/justices from New Mexico's judiciary who will be hosting our Judicial Roundtables session.
  • Attend in-person at the State Bar Center in Albuquerque to enjoy networking opportunities with your colleagues and entertainment, or attend virtually from the comfort of your home or office.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER FOR THE ANNUAL MEETING

Registration is Now Open for the 2024 Employment & Labor Law Annual Institute - Sept. 13 - Webinar & In-Person

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The Children's Law Section & Bernalillo County Present: Substance Use Disorder & Treatment, & the Impacts on the Children & Families We Serve

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Registration is Now Open for the 2024 Solo and Small Firm Annual Institute - Sept. 6 - Webinar & In-Person

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Second Judicial District Court - Notice of Court Closure

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Annual Meeting 2024: What Inspires You? We want to hear your story!

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New Legal Well-Being in Action Podcast Episode: Meditate to Elevate: The Why, How, and What to Transform

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New Mexico State Bar Foundation - Golf Classic - Register to Play on Sept. 30!

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Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission - Notice of Commissioner Vacancies - Applications Due Oct. 1

Send Letter of Interest & Resume By Emailing kate.kennedy@sbnm.org

Client Protection Fund - Notice of Commissioner Vacancies - Applications Due Oct. 1

Send Letter of Interest & Resume By Emailing kate.kennedy@sbnm.org

Upcoming Section Institutes in Collaboration with the Center for Legal Education

2024 Solo and Small Firm Annual Institute

  • Sept. 6, Webinar & In-Person
  • 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • 5.0 G, 1.0 EP
  • Registration


2024 Employment and Labor Law Institute

  • Sept. 13, Webinar & In-Person
  • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • 5.3 G, 1.0 EP
  • Registration


35th Annual Appellate Practice Institute

  • Sept. 20, Webinar & In-Person
  • 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • 5.5 G, 1.0 EP
  • Registration


2024 Elder Law Institute

  • Sept. 25, Webinar & In-Person
  • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  • 3.7 G
  • Registration


2024 Fall Family Institute: Financial Issues for Family Law Practitioners

  • Sept. 27, Webinar & In-Person
  • 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • 5.5 G, 1.0 EP
  • Registration
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Legal Education Calendar

Equity in Justice Course Spotlight 

UNM Law Professor Series: Byte-Sized Justice: Addressing AI Bias Through the Law


Sept. 12, Webinar

Noon - 1 p.m.

1.0 EIJ


This webinar offers an insightful exploration into the rapidly evolving domain of legal AI technologies, with a focus on addressing bias through legal frameworks. The session will delve into the ethical implications of these technologies, particularly concerning bias and fairness. Attendees will examine recent cases involving AI bias and explore practical tech solutions and legal strategies to mitigate these issues. Join us for a deep dive into how the law can navigate and address the challenges posed by AI bias, ensuring justice and equity in legal practice.

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SBNM Professional Programs Group

The New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program (NM LAP)


Did You Know?

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New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program
SBNM's Resources For Health & Wellness

Judicial Wellness Program (NMJWP)


Did you know….. JWELL provides educational presentations for judges around the state. The presentations cover topics such as compassion fatigue, decision fatigue, burnout, self -regulation on the bench, etc. We were created by and for our judges and we continue to provide new strategies, tools and support for all judges statewide. Please visit our website to find out more about our JWELL services.Stay tuned to see what other services and resources JWELL is providing to all NM judges. Better together in the NM judiciary!

New Mexico Judicial Wellness Program

Professional Development Program (PDP)


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.

Professional Development Program

Important Notices, Announcements and Deadlines

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Court Notices


Legal Community Notices

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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.

News & Announcements

Sign Up for Los Lunas Legal Fair
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Pro Bono & Volunteer Opportunities Calendar
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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.

Volunteer Sign-Up

Featured Member Benefit

Clio


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