Month: June 2023

Changes in Insurance Law Affect Attorney Malpractice Policies

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo signed into law AB 398, which modifies the Nevada Insurance Code (NRS Title 57). The new law states that as of October 1, 2023, Nevada insurers are prohibited from issuing or renewing a liability insurance policy containing language where that policy’s limit is reduced by (or where the availability of coverage […]

State Bar Revises Civility Creed

On June 21, 2023, the State Bar of Nevada’s Board of Governors adopted revisions to its Creed of Professionalism and Civility. The revised creed is now available on the state bar’s website, including a downloadable PDF. After its adoption in January 2023, the creed was distributed widely online, in print, and at in-person events. Based […]

State Bar of Nevada Announces 2023 Membership Award Recipients

The State Bar of Nevada was pleased to present its 2023 Membership Awards during its annual Bar Conference, which took place June 21-23, 2023, in New York City. These awards recognize individuals and organizations for their service to the bar and their contributions to the legal profession. The 2023 award recipients include: Medal of Justice […]

LGBT Section Wins Section Pro Bono Challenge

The State Bar of Nevada is pleased to announce that the LGBT Section has won the state bar’s Section Pro Bono Challenge! As a result, the section will receive the State Bar of Nevada 2023 Volunteer of the Year award. LGBT Section Chair Kevin Kampschror will accept the award at the annual Bar Conference in […]