The Law Library completed the grant project in October and used 100% of the funds to translate more than 65 self-help standardized family law, protective order, divorce, and custody forms into Spanish, Mandarin, Tagalog, and Vietnamese to ensure self-represented litigants of limited English proficiency (LEP) in Nevada have equal access to the courts.
Clark County Bar Leaders Elected
On December 14, 2023, the Clark County Bar Association (CCBA) held the election of members to serve on the association’s board of directors during 2024.
Gifting Warmth with Mark’s Blanket the Homeless Program
Since early December, the CCBA has delivered 600 standard relief blankets to local organizations that serve unhoused people in need.
First Woman Begins Serving on Henderson Justice Court
Barbara F. Schifalacqua has begun serving as the first woman justice in the history of Henderson Justice Court following her unanimous appointment last month by the Clark County Commission.
Applications Available for Vacancy of Eighth Judicial District, Department 27
Special announcement related to forthcoming judicial vacancy at general jurisdiction court in Clark County, Nevada.
Administrative Order 23-05 Modifies Many Assignments for Judicial Departments at Eighth Judicial District Court
The are several case reassignments impacting Civil/Criminal/Family Division at this Clark County Court that beccome effective January 8, 2024.
Appellate Law Presentation Featuring Dan Polsenberg on January 25, 2024
Members of the Nevada Bar and the CCBA are invited to participate in this special event featuring food, fun, and collegiality.
Communique (Dec. 2023) Published Online
This month’s issue of Communiqué (Dec. 2023) features select content related to pro bono and the promotion of access to justice in Nevada.
Tips for Balancing Pro Bono Work With Your Busy Schedule
Find tips for Nevada lawyers to integrate pro bono matters into their law practice provided by Emily Ellis of Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Gaining Valuable Experience Through Pro Bono: An Example from Civil Forfeiture
Learn how providing pro bono representation can help a law practice in this short piece written by John Fortin of McDonald Carano