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Why Should You Attend the State Bar of New Mexico 2026 Annual Meeting? We Have 5 Reasons!
Earn High-Quality CLE Credit
Gain New Perspectives
Expand Your Professional Network
Experience the Beauty of Southern Colorado
Enjoy Family-Friendly Attractions and Activities
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⏰ Early bird registration is available through July 5.
🔗 Register today and learn more at www.sbnm.org/AnnualMeeting2026.
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Bar Bulletin Commemorative Edition: LIMITED EDITIONS ARE ALMOST SOLD OUT – Reserve Your Copy Today!
Act Fast - Remaining copies of the Limited Edition are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Only 250 copies will ever be produced, once they’re gone – they’re gone! Reserve your Limited Edition copy NOW before it is sold out!
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The Presidents’ Roadshow Reception & Southern New Mexico Bar Association Summer Symposium Heads to Las Cruces July 24
Join the State Bar of New Mexico, the New Mexico State Bar Foundation and the Southern New Mexico Bar Association for the Presidents’ Roadshow Reception and Southern New Mexico Bar Association Summer Symposium on Friday, July 24, at Red Hawk Golf Club in Las Cruces, N.M. Earn up to 4.0 CLE credits while hearing from an outstanding lineup of presenters, including Justice C. Shannon Bacon, Hon. Robert Lara, Hon. Damian L. Martínez, Hon. Casey B. Fitch and Mark Standridge, Esq. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet State Bar of New Mexico President Allison H. Block-Chavez, learn about 2026 initiatives and connect with colleagues from across southern New Mexico. The symposium will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. (MT), followed by a networking reception at 5 p.m. (MT). Please RSVP if you plan on attending the reception.
| SBNM Offices and the State Bar Center Closed July 5 and 6 for Independence Day. Regular Business Hours Resume July 7. |
Women's Professional Clothing Swap!
Refresh your professional wardrobe, connect with colleagues and support sustainable fashion at the Committee on Women and the Legal Profession's Women's Professional Clothing Swap on July 21.
Bring gently used professional clothing, outerwear and accessories to swap with fellow attendees while networking with women in New Mexico's legal community. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 5:30 p.m. (MT) to set up items before the swap begins at 6 p.m. (MT).
The event will be held at Batley Riley Family Law, 316 Osuna Rd. NE, Suite 301, Albuquerque, N.M. 87107.
Donations are limited to 10 pieces of clothing and one piece of outerwear. All items should be clean, gently used, on hangers and appropriate for professional or formal events.
Register today and discover new wardrobe favorites while giving pre-loved professional attire a second life.
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Join Our Team!
General Counsel (OGC)
The State Bar of New Mexico (SBNM) seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) General Counsel (GC). The GC provides the Executive Director, the Board of Bar Commissioners (BBC), and senior management with legal advice and services related to the various aspects of the organization’s operations as an integrated bar association. The General Counsel also oversees the operation of the State Bar regulatory programs, obtains and oversees the work of outside counsel as needed, and performs other duties as assigned by the Executive
Director and the BBC. Due to the close legal relationship between the State Bar and the New
Mexico State Bar Foundation (Bar Foundation), the General Counsel also performs general counsel functions for the Bar Foundation to the extent that these functions can be performed without creating a conflict of interest for the General Counsel. Salary: $135,000/year-$145,000/year depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. This position is eligible for partial telecommuting within NM. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org. See below for details and application instructions.
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State Bar of New Mexico Indian Law Section Call For Proposals – Indian Law Institute Continuing Legal Education Conference.
The University of New Mexico School of Law’s Law and Indigenous Peoples Program and the Indian Law Section of the State Bar of New Mexico invites proposals from attorneys, scholars, judges and professionals with expertise in Indian law and related fields to volunteer to present at the 2026 Indian Law Institute (CLE) Conference. This annual
event brings together practitioners, policymakers and community leaders to explore emerging issues and developments affecting Indian Country in New Mexico and beyond. The deadline for proposals is July 24.
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New Podcast Episode! Trauma - Informed Care for the Legal Profession - Part 2 - Listen NOW!
In Part 2 of this episode, the conversation deepens as Scott Patterson-Alatorre, Judge Mateo Page and Tenessa Eakins examine further how routine exposure to traumatic material can impact legal professionals’ decision-making, emotional well-being and overall performance.
The discussion continues to examine how trauma-informed principles can be meaningfully integrated into everyday legal practices and as human beings. Building on the foundation from Part 1, the discussion emphasizes the importance of shifting from reactive coping to intentional strategies that support individual well-being.
| The Albuquerque City Council is recruiting applicants for the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board (CPOAB), a five-member group that reviews investigations into complaints involving Albuquerque Police Department (APD) personnel, makes policy recommendations and hears public comment at monthly meetings. Board members are appointed by the City Council for three-year terms. This is a meaningful way to contribute to public safety policy at the local level. Residents from all backgrounds who are interested in public safety, accountability, and who want to serve our City are encouraged to apply. For more information on the CPOA board and to apply, click the button below. |
Join Our Team!
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
Legal Assistant
The State Bar of New Mexico (SBNM) is a professional membership organization of attorneys licensed to practice law in New Mexico. The mission of the State Bar is to be a united and inclusive organization serving the legal profession and the public. The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is a professional office that protects the legal and policy interests of the State Bar of New Mexico. The SBNM seeks qualified applicants to join our team as a full-time (40 hours/week) OGC Legal Assistant. The successful incumbent will provide clerical and administrative support to the Office of General Counsel. $20-$24 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package included. This position is eligible for partial telecommuting within NM after a training period. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@sbnm.org.
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Join Our Team!
Helpline Staff Attorney
Are you tired of billable hours? Would you love not to have to go to court? Do you enjoy interacting with and helping people? If you answered yes, then Helpline attorney work may be the perfect fit for you! Due to the retirement and promotion of two of our current helpline attorneys, the New Mexico State Bar Foundation seeks two Full-Time (40 hours/week) helpline staff attorneys – one for its Modest Means Helpline (MMH) and one for the Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP). Most of the work can be performed remotely from within New Mexico, with occasional mandatory office days. The position includes an excellent benefits package and competitive salary for legal work in the non-profit sector. Duties include providing legal advice and brief legal services over the phone to New Mexico residents, most of whom have moderate or low income (although LREP does not have any income criteria for services).
The ideal candidates for both helpline positions will have knowledge in the following areas: real property, probate and estate planning. Additionally, for the MMH position, the ideal candidate will also have knowledge of small business law. Other less critical but helpful areas of knowledge include landlord- tenant, consumer law/debtor rights, domestic relations, powers of attorney, and public benefits (i.e. Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare). Attorneys may conduct virtual legal webinars for the public. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in New Mexico, and able to work as part of a busy team in a fast-paced environment. Excellent customer service and computer skills are required. Fluency in Spanish is a plus as is a demonstrable interest in the above-referenced areas of law and issues affecting the lower-income community.
To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to hr@sbnm.org in your cover letter, please explain why you are interested in working as a helpline attorney. EOE. See below for details and application instructions.
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Careers at the State Bar of New Mexico & New Mexico State Bar Foundation
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Updates & Announcements From The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's
Center for Legal Education
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From Reconstruction to Redistricting: Voting Rights in America
July 20
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Noon – 1 p.m. (MT)
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2026 New Mexico Health Legislative Roundup
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Taking Risks and Breaking the Legal Writing Rules (2026)
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Did You Read Our Latest Article in the Bar Bulletin?
The Beatles Said It Best: “Help.” Why Don’t Judges and Lawyers Get It???
Why is it so difficult for legal professionals to ask for help? In this thought-provoking article, Briggs Cheney explores the cultural, professional and personal barriers that often prevent lawyers and judges from seeking support when they need it most. Drawing from his own experiences, Cheney examines the pressures of the legal profession, the misconceptions surrounding vulnerability and self-care and the importance of letting go of the expectation that lawyers must always have the answers.
The article offers practical insights on well-being, resilience and professional sustainability, while encouraging legal professionals to rethink what strength truly looks like in the practice of law.
Read the full article and discover why asking for help may be one of the most important skills a lawyer can develop.
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June 2026 EAP Work & Well-Being Newsletter
Check out the June 2026 EAP Work & Well-Being Newsletter for insights on improving both your personal and professional well-being. This issue features information on recognizing early signs of alcohol dependency, managing workplace stress before burnout occurs, workplace ghosting and the importance of maintaining genuine human connections in an increasingly AI-driven world.
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Credibility Matters
One of the things that impressed me most during my years on the bench was not necessarily an attorney's legal brilliance, but their ability to remain calm, professional and solution-focused during difficult moments. The attorneys who built lasting credibility with the court were often those who could disagree respectfully, advocate passionately and still maintain professionalism. Over time, that reputation became one of their greatest assets. What professional competency would you most like to strengthen this year?
If you want to learn more about this topic or talk with me about it, email me at Sandra.engel@sbnm.org.
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State Bar of New Mexico Diversity Statement:
The State Bar of New Mexico is committed to fulfilling Rule 24-101(A) NMRA, and ensuring that the legal profession and the legal system reflect the community we serve in all its social, economic, and geographical diversity. We are focused on expansion of pathways to and within the legal profession and the judiciary. We acknowledge the strengths historically excluded groups bring to the legal profession and will cultivate those strengths for the advancement of justice for all.
Dr Amanda Parker has returned as Director of the Equity in Justice Program! Please sign up for updates on events, book clubs, and CLE offerings or contact her at amanda.parker@sbnm.org.
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The Equity in Justice Book Club is Back with Another Chance to Read Together!
From Amazon: Beyond race, class, or other factors, there is a powerful caste system that influences people’s lives and behavior and the nation’s fate. Linking the caste systems of America, India, and Nazi Germany, Isabel Wilkerson explores eight pillars that underlie caste systems across civilizations, including divine will, bloodlines, stigma, and more. Using riveting stories about people—including Martin Luther King, Jr., baseball’s Satchel Paige, a single father and his toddler son, Wilkerson herself, and many others—she shows the ways that the insidious undertow of caste is experienced every day. Finally, she points forward to ways America can move beyond the artificial and destructive separations of human divisions, toward hope in our common humanity.
Moderated by:
Dr. Amanda Parker, Equity in Justice Program Director of the State Bar of New Mexico
Torri Jacobus, Director of Statewide Equity, Inclusion, and Justice of the New Mexico Courts
Aja Brooks, Statewide Rural Justice Program Coordinator for the Administrative Office of the Courts.
Meetings: Online from noon - 1 p.m. (MT)
Upcoming Dates: July 1, July 15, July 29, August 19
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Questions?
Do you have a question about diversity, equity, and inclusion for Dr. Amanda Parker, State Bar of New Mexico's Director of the Equity in Justice Program? Please fill out this form. All inquiries are confidential.
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| | Pro Bono and Volunteer Opportunities | | The New Mexico State Bar Foundation 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. | | | |
New Mexico Habeas Project Connects Unlawfully Detained Immigrants with Free Legal Representation
A new initiative is connecting unlawfully detained individuals in New Mexico with free legal help. The New Mexico Habeas Project links volunteer attorneys with detainees to file habeas corpus petitions and challenge unlawful detention.
Attorneys can receive training and support to get involved.
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The New Mexico Medical Review Commission invites all State Bar of New Mexico licensees to volunteer as hearing panelists to review malpractice claims against qualified medical providers by the Medical Malpractice Act.
Volunteer panelists provide an important public service. The Commission relies exclusively on volunteer medical providers and attorneys to serve as hearing panelists.
Attorneys who volunteer for hearing panel are eligible for one (1) General Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit per panel, up to four (4) credits per year.
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| | Consumer Debt Bankruptcy Workshop | | Legal Resources for the Elderly Workshop | | 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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