On May 17, 2023, the Las Vegas Justice Court filed an order in the administrative matter regarding case assignments for criminal offenses committed within the resort corridor. See Administrative Order 23-04 (LVJC AO 23-04).
Air Quality Monitoring at East Las Vegas Libraries
“Known as Buen Aire Para Todos, the program will address some of the long-standing issues related to environmental justice and air quality in East Las Vegas.” Learn more in this piece written from JoAnne Prevetti, MBA, Director of Development for the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District.
Nevada Pattern Criminal Jury Instructions Available As A Free Download
Nevada Pattern Criminal Jury Instructions is available as a free download through the State Bar of Nevada’s online store at www.nvbar.org.
CCBA Pet Supply Drive
CCBA members are invited to donate pet food and supplies to benefit Street Dogz. Drop-off items now through July 31, 2023 at select locations.
Cultural Competency CLE Free for Nevada Lawyers on May 19, 2023
The CCBA is hosting a special presentation of “Cultural Competency in the Legal Profession” for the continuing legal education of Nevada lawyers. Learn more about this DICE CLE program.
Employment Opportunity for Bankruptcy Associates
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Employment Opportunity for Nevada Lawyer
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Bar Journal Communiqué Focuses on Natural Resources
Communiqué (May 2023) also includes the CCBA President’s Message, Pro Bono Corner, and a variety of highlights on court news and bar activities.
Nevada and the Shrinking Colorado River
“The Colorado River provides the Las Vegas Valley with 90 percent of its water, which serves roughly 70 percent of Nevada’s population, yet consumes just five percent of the state’s annual consumption.” Learn more in this piece written by Nevada lawyer Steven C. Anderson.
Crisis on the Colorado River – How Did We Get Here?
Allocations of water as well as the river’s operations are governed by a series of agreements, regulations, interstate compacts, and court decisions collectively referred to as the “Law of the River.” Learn more in this piece written by Nevada lawyer Christine Guerci.