Month: January 2025

Eighth Judicial District Court Announces Probate Commissioner Assignments

On January 24, 2025, the Eighth Judicial District Court (EJDC) issued Administrative Order 25-01, announcing that as of January 27, 2025, all probate cases in the EJDC shall be evenly split between the two probate commissioners. Starting February 24, 2025, probate calendars shall be heard twice weekly, with Commissioner Geist presiding on Wednesdays and Commissioner Fontana […]

Public Hearing on Feb. 20 Will Discuss Amendments to Records Retention Schedule

On January 9, 2025, Katherine Stocks, State Court Administrator, filed a petition to amend the Nevada Courts Administrative Records Retention Schedule to reflect modern standards and improve court efficiency. The Nevada Supreme Court will conduct a public hearing on the petition at 2 p.m. on February 20, 2025, in the Nevada Supreme Court Courtroom at […]

State Bar Expands Free Therapy Benefit for Lawyers, Judges

The State Bar of Nevada is pleased to announce an expansion of mental health benefits available through the Nevada Lawyer and Judge Assistance Program, increasing the number of complimentary therapy sessions from three to five per attorney or judge. This enhancement reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting the wellbeing of Nevada’s legal professionals. The state […]

New Leadership Announced for Nevada Appellate Courts

The Nevada Judiciary announced leadership transitions as Justice Douglas W. Herndon officially begins his two-year term as chief justice of the Nevada Supreme Court, succeeding Justice Elissa F. Cadish. In addition, Judge Bonnie A. Bulla assumes her appointed role as chief judge of the Nevada Court of Appeals for a four-year term. As chief justice, […]

Comment Period Open for Upcoming Board of Governors Meeting

The Board of Governors of the State Bar of Nevada has set a time for a public comment period on the agenda for its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. If you are interested in addressing the Board of Governors at that meeting, please email Manny Botello at mannyb@nvbar.org by noon on Friday, January 17, 2025, […]