February 13, 2025 | Category:
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PostOn February 11, 2025, Kristina Pickering and Lidia S. Stiglich, Justices of the Nevada Supreme Court and Co-Chairs of the Access to Justice Commission, petitioned the court in ADKT 0623 to amend Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 49.1(5) to exempt inactive attorneys serving through the Emeritus Attorney Pro Bono Program from the annual continuing legal education […]
February 11, 2025 | Category:
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PostOn Feb. 10, 2025, Nevada Supreme Court Justice Kristina Pickering, Nevada Court of Appeals Chief Judge Bonnie Bulla, and Nevada Court of Appeals Judge Deborah Westbrook filed a petition in ADKT 580 proposing amendments to the Nevada Rules of Appellate Procedure to address operational issues that have arisen since the rules were amended in August […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
December 19, 2024 | Category:
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PostThe State Bar of Nevada is seeking dedicated and qualified individuals to join the Functional Equivalency Committee. This committee plays a crucial role in evaluating the qualifications of petitioners seeking to meet the qualifications under SCR 51.5 to be eligible to apply for admission in Nevada. The Functional Equivalency Committee investigates applicants who graduate from […]
December 17, 2024 | Category:
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PostRegistration is now open for the State Bar of Nevada’s upcoming Annual Conference. Join us in the heart of Washington, D.C., at the historic Willard Hotel. Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment of legal professionals as we explore cutting-edge legal issues, network with colleagues, and experience the best of the nation’s capital. Don’t miss this […]
December 17, 2024 | Category:
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PostOn Dec. 17, 2025, the Municipal Court of the City of Reno issued Administrative Order (AO) 2024-01, replacing AO 2023-01, enacting rules regarding traffic citations and civil traffic infractions. According to the order, the court has adopted the Rules for Civil Infractions for Justice and Municipal Courts identified in ADKT 620.
