Dec. 13, 2024

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The Bar Bulletin is Going Completely Digital!

 

As of Jan. 1, 2025, the State Bar of New Mexico’s official publication, the Bar Bulletin, will be published exclusively in a digital format! With the same great layout, features and important news, the many benefits of the Bar Bulletin going digital include more timely content, clickable resources and added convenience for reading on-the-go. The Bar Bulletin will not be printed as of Jan. 1. To view each issue of the Bar Bulletin, visit www.sbnm.org/BarBulletinOnline.

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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 Feb. 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 Dec. 15. For any questions, contact SBNM Equity in Justice Attorney Abby Lewis at abby.lewis@sbnm.org.

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Upcoming Programs From The

Center for Legal Education

CLE Programs Featuring 

Stuart I. Teicher, Esq.

Airplane Etiquette, Celebrity Sightings, and Attorney Ethics

  • Dec. 17
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Legal Writing Rules You SHOULD Be Breaking

  • Dec. 17
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  • 1 - 3 p.m.
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What Jazz and the Blues Teach About Bias and Inclusion in the Law

  • Dec. 17
  • In-Person or Webinar
  •  3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
  • 1.0 EIJ
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Did You Know?


Staying grounded isn’t just a nice idea—it’s essential. Plans can shift in an instant due to weather, canceled flights, surprise visits, or household issues. Add the holiday season into the mix, with its packed schedules, extra shopping, and increased stress, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

Grounding yourself can be the key to staying balanced and resilient, no matter what life throws your way. But what does being grounded really mean? It’s about staying connected to yourself and your needs, maintaining a sense of stability and mindfulness in the present moment.

Here’s how you can stay grounded, especially during the busy holiday season:


  • Stay Present: Focus on what’s happening now, rather than worrying about unfinished tasks or unknown outcomes.
  • Practice Deep Breathing: Use slow, intentional breaths to calm your mind and body.
  • Pay Attention to Your Body: Notice physical signals like your heartbeat, breath, or hunger, and respond to them mindfully.
  • Take Rest Breaks: Prioritize downtime to recharge, even during hectic times.
  • Be Emotionally Aware: Recognize your feelings and needs and give yourself grace to manage them.


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SBNM's Resources For Health & Wellness

Judicial Wellness Program (NMJWP)


Fun is sometimes elusive in our busy jobs, but as Judges and attorneys, we cannot under rate the power of play. Creative rest is a place where this can be advantageous. Having a sketch pad at your desk with some colored pencils, or a journal where you can escape into putting your thoughts down and creating story around your experiences can sometimes feel therapeutic in our busy day. It also gives your mind a break to refresh and recharge. So maybe plan to meet your friend for pickleball during lunch or go walk around the Albuquerque BioPark on your lunch hour. Those things can stimulate parts of our brain that help us be our best selves when making the weighty decisions we make or solving the difficult problems of our clients.


Please visit our website to find out more about our JWELL services: https://www.sbnm.org/Member-Services/New-Mexico-Judicial-Wellness-Program.

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Professional Development Program (PDP)


Did you know that the PDP offers nine (9) different confidential online self-assessments for your practice. Whether it’s intaking, accepting or terminating client representation, best communication practices, managing fees and trust accounts, or how to take care of yourself in the midst of a busy, stressful practice, these assessments are designed to support best practices. Take one, some or all of them today at PDP SELF-ASSESSMENTS. They’re anonymous, confidential, short, free and informative.

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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.

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Legal Clinics & Workshops

Divorce Options 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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