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Volunteer for Ask-a-Lawyer Call-in Day!
The State Bar of New Mexico's Young Lawyers Division invites you to volunteer for the 2025 Ask-a-Lawyer Call-In Program on June 21 at the State Bar Center or virtually! During the program, New Mexico residents may speak with a volunteer attorney to receive brief legal advice on a variety of legal issues from 9 a.m. to noon (MT), including Landlord/Tenant issues, Employment law, Personal Injury topics and more.
During the event, in-person will volunteers will receive a free breakfast and have the opportunity to network with colleagues while providing important legal help for our community.
For more information, visit https://bit.ly/YLD-Ask-a-Lawyer-Call-In-Program.
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Register for the 2025 Annual Meeting!
Registration is open for the State Bar of New Mexico's 2025 Annual Meeting! This year's Annual Meeting will be taking place at the Sandia Resort & Casino in Albuquerque, N.M. from July 31 to Aug. 2. There are multiple ways to attend this year's Annual Meeting, including in-person and virtual options. Attending all three days at the Sandia Resort & Casino, at $650 plus tax, will earn attendees all 12 CLE Credits for the year. Can't attend all three days? Register to attend Friday sessions only in-person or virtually (5.5 CLE credits) or to attend Bryan Stevenson's keynote presentation only (audit only - no CLE credit). Register to attend at www.sbnm.org/AnnualMeeting2025.
Seating is Limited to Attend Bryan Stevenson's Keynote Presentation Only (No CLE credit - Audit Only) - Reserve Your Spot Today!
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City of Albuquerque - Department of Children, Youth & Family Services-Division of Child & Family Development - Invitation to Apply for Service on the Early Head Start Governance Advisory Committee
The City of Albuquerque's Early Head Start Governance Advisory Committee ("the Committee") invites licensed attorneys to apply for a Licensed Attorney position on the Committee. The Committee will meet quarterly, once established, and the position on the Committee will require an appointment process that includes Mayor and CAO review and approval, as well as City Council Confirmation. For more information, visit https://www.cabq.gov/clerk/boards-commissions. Contact Dr. Dawnita Blackmon-Mosely by email at dblackmonmosely@cabq.gov with any questions.
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Contribute to the New Mexico Attorney Oath Video Project!
Calling all attorneys! Here is your chance to be featured in the Annual Meeting intro video and inspire your colleagues! We are creating a compilation of a diverse group of attorneys reciting the New Mexico Attorney Oath to create an inspiring video that will open this year’s Annual Meeting to demonstrate this year’s theme of “Together Towards Justice”. The video will also be featured on the State Bar of New Mexico’s website, social media and Annual Meeting marketing. Please email a video of you proudly holding up your right hand and reciting the New Mexico Attorney Oath to comms@sbnm.org for a chance to be featured in the video. Please include your name, organization and title in the email. All New Mexico attorneys are invited to participate!
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New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program – Did You Know?
The New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program has a focus on confidential, professional and peer assistance to help individuals identify and address problems with alcohol and other drugs, depression and other mental health/emotional disorders. NM LAP endeavors to improve the well-being of lawyers, law students, paralegals, law clerks and all other legal staff through support, education and early intervention with the goal of ensuring every legal professional is healthy and fit to practice. Find support and resources by visiting the NM LAP website.
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Final Countdown: Last Chance to Secure 2025 Annual Meeting Sponsorships!
Support the 2025 Annual Meeting and advertise your firm or business to the New Mexico legal community by securing your sponsorship by June 11. Please contact marketing@sbnm.org to secure your sponsorship TODAY!
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Calling on New Mexico Attorneys! Please Volunteer for the Bar Exam Coaching Program
The State Bar of New Mexico’s Committee on Diversity in the Legal Profession is proud to offer an inclusive coaching program for applicants from all diverse backgrounds taking the New Mexico Bar Exam. The program is designed to match an applicant with a committed attorney volunteer who will serve as a resource for the applicant. Coaches and applicants will communicate in person, via phone, e-mail, and/or virtual meeting during the applicant's bar preparation. Attorney volunteers will not be expected to teach applicants substantive law. To volunteer or to learn more, contact State Bar of New Mexico Equity in Justice Attorney Abby Lewis at abby.lewis@sbnm.org.
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You're Invited to the UNM School of Law Alumni/ae Association Law Scholarship Golf Classic
Join the UNM School of Law for the Alumni/ae Association Law Scholarship Golf Classic presented by Nusenda Credit Union on June 6 at the UNM Championship Golf Course! This tournament raises funds for law student scholarships. To register for the tournament, email lynn.taylor@law.unm.edu or register online at https://lawschool.unm.edu/alumni/events/golf.html.
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Join Our Team as Staff Accountant!
The State Bar of New Mexico seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) Staff Accountant. The successful incumbent will be responsible for performing general accounting functions, including bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, posting journal entries and performing month-end closing procedures. This position will also assist in the annual financial audit process and is responsible for maintaining accounting records and responding to inquiries received by the accounting department. Salary: $65,000-$70,000/year, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org.
Visit www.sbnm.org/SBNMjobs for full details and application instructions.
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Updates & Announcements
From The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's
Center for Legal Education
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CLE Course Spotlight
So, You're New to Law Practice in New Mexico? Rules and Procedures to Know
June 18, Webinar
Noon - 1 p.m. (MT)
1.0 EP
Whether you're a newly licensed attorney in New Mexico, or a seasoned practitioner new to practice in New Mexico courts, this course will provide an overview of practicing in New Mexico courts. This session will cover the rules and procedures that a lawyer appearing pro hac vice in New Mexico, a newly licensed lawyer, or a seasoned lawyer recently licensed in New Mexico from another jurisdiction may encounter that may be unique to New Mexico courts.
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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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The New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program (NM LAP)
Did you know?
There is PTS (Post-traumatic Stress) and PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder). One could bet that nearly everyone has had PTS at some point in their life. PTS is a normal response to a traumatic or stressful event. Some people involved in a car accident or who experience complications from a surgery can exhibit symptoms of PTS. The fight-or-flight response is activated with PTS; our bodies tense and we breathe faster. While PTS and PTSD do share some overlapping symptoms, PTS can self-resolve for many people. PTSD, by contrast, is a mental health condition that generally requires diagnosis and treatment. PTS very often goes undiagnosed, but as we come to better understand it, we're learning to detect it earlier.
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Free Webinars Q2 of 2025 by the Employee Assistance Program
Communication in Relationships
June 23, 2025
11 a.m. - noon (MT)
Register Here
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Judicial Wellness Program (NMJWP)
Building Resilience Through Healthy Habits
Resilience doesn’t just come from mental toughness—it also depends on taking care of your body. As legal professionals, we often focus on our minds, but physical health plays a vital role in mental clarity, emotional stability, and overall well-being. Regular exercise (even a daily walk or yoga session), a balanced diet and adequate sleep can keep your mind sharp, and your body energized. Incorporating small healthy habits into your routine can build a foundation for resilience. Over time, these habits become second nature, making it easier to handle the ups and downs of your demanding profession.
Read more here for how to create and stick to your new habits…. https://zenhabits.net/sticky/.
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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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