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“In particular, helping vulnerable populations also builds empathy, reminding attorneys that their skills are powerful tools for good beyond the courtroom,” writes Catherine Wiersch. Learn more from her article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
How Pro Bono Work Supports Lawyers’ Mental Health
Written by Catherine Wiersch (COMMUNIQUÉ, Nov. 2025)
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November 7, 2025 at 11:31 PM
“In particular, helping vulnerable populations also builds empathy, reminding attorneys that their skills are powerful tools for good beyond the courtroom,” writes Catherine Wiersch. Learn more from her article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
“Stress is so commonplace for attorneys that in the last two decades, most states added mandatory CLEs regarding substance abuse, addiction, and mental health...,” writes Heather Anderson-Fintak. Learn more from her article in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
Meditation Tips for Nevada Attorneys
Written by Heather Anderson-Fintak (COMMUNIQUÉ, Nov. 2025)
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November 7, 2025 at 11:17 PM
“Stress is so commonplace for attorneys that in the last two decades, most states added mandatory CLEs regarding substance abuse, addiction, and mental health...,” writes Heather Anderson-Fintak. Learn more from her article in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
“It is easy to say that one should work on their work-life balance. But how do we actually do that?” asks Jennifer L. Braster. Learn more from her article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
The Silent Struggle: Mental Health in the Legal Profession
Written by Jennifer L. Braster (COMMUNIQUÉ, Nov. 2025)
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November 7, 2025 at 11:15 PM
“It is easy to say that one should work on their work-life balance. But how do we actually do that?” asks Jennifer L. Braster. Learn more from her article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
“Understanding how the law works helps reduce fear, fight stigma, and promote compassionate responses,” writes Catherine Wiersch. Learn more from her article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
When “Take a Deep Breath” Isn’t Enough: Understanding Mental Health Crisis Holds and Civil Commitments
Written by Catherine Wiersch (COMMUNIQUÉ, Nov. 2025)
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November 7, 2025 at 10:47 PM
“Understanding how the law works helps reduce fear, fight stigma, and promote compassionate responses,” writes Catherine Wiersch. Learn more from her article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ, (Nov. 2025).
COURT NEWS: Las Vegas Justice Court announces case management system upgrade is planned for December 4-5, 2025. Odyssey Case Management system will be unavailable during the upgrade window. Upgrade schedule and system outage notice posted at clarkcountybar.org. #courtnews
Las Vegas Justice Court Case Management System Upgrade Planned for December 4-5, 2025
Odyssey will be unavailable during the upgrade window
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November 7, 2025 at 12:05 AM
COURT NEWS: Las Vegas Justice Court announces case management system upgrade is planned for December 4-5, 2025. Odyssey Case Management system will be unavailable during the upgrade window. Upgrade schedule and system outage notice posted at clarkcountybar.org. #courtnews
Read this installment of the recurring column "View from the Bench" published in Mental Health issue of the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Nov. 2025).
Thresholds to Competency: Requiring a Nuanced Touch
Written by Judge Matthew Walker (COMMUNIQUÉ, Nov. 2025)
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November 5, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Read this installment of the recurring column "View from the Bench" published in Mental Health issue of the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Nov. 2025).
Read the CCBA President's Message published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Nov. 2025).
Engage for Your Mental Health
Written by Joel Henriod (COMMUNIQUÉ, Nov. 2025)
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November 5, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Read the CCBA President's Message published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Nov. 2025).
CCBA members are invited to join us for lunchtime learning CLE programs. The live webcast on November 13, 2025, is included with CCBA membership!
Nevada’s Duty to Defend CLE Program on November 13, 2025
Live webcast offers 1.0 CLE for Nevada lawyers
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November 5, 2025 at 9:58 PM
CCBA members are invited to join us for lunchtime learning CLE programs. The live webcast on November 13, 2025, is included with CCBA membership!
Looking for someone to rent out an office within our executive suite. For questions or more information on how to come view the space, call Morgan at 702-867-0067.
Office Space for Rent
Call 415-407-6355 for more information.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Looking for someone to rent out an office within our executive suite. For questions or more information on how to come view the space, call Morgan at 702-867-0067.
BLACKROCK LEGAL is a thriving and respected trust and estate litigation practice located in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas. They are looking to hire a litigation associate with 1-3 years experience. For more information, view the marketplace ad posted at clarkcountybar.org
Trust and Estate Litigation Associate Attorney Opportunity
BLACKROCK LEGAL is a thriving and respected trust and estate litigation practice located in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas. We are looking to hire a litigation associate with 1-3 years experience. This position requires a self-motivated and driven individual with strong research and writing skills. As an associate you will be involved in every stage of probate and trust litigation, including: conducting legal research; drafting court pleadings; preparing discovery; assisting lead attorneys with hearings and trial preparation; meeting with clients and attending trial.
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October 21, 2025 at 8:36 PM
BLACKROCK LEGAL is a thriving and respected trust and estate litigation practice located in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas. They are looking to hire a litigation associate with 1-3 years experience. For more information, view the marketplace ad posted at clarkcountybar.org
“Nevada’s 2025 legislative session introduced an array of reforms addressing criminal and civil issues,” writes Judge Melisa De La Garza in this installment of “View from the Bench, a recurring column published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025).
How New Laws Will Shape the Las Vegas Justice Court
Written by Judge Melisa De La Garza (COMMUNIQUÉ, Oct. 2025)
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October 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM
“Nevada’s 2025 legislative session introduced an array of reforms addressing criminal and civil issues,” writes Judge Melisa De La Garza in this installment of “View from the Bench, a recurring column published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025).
“There are three legal aid non-profits in Clark County, offering a menu of pro bono opportunities,” write Michael Wendlberger in his article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono #accesstojustice
Pro Bono Menu
Written by Michael Wendlberger (COMMUNIQUÉ, Oct. 2025)
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October 17, 2025 at 4:16 PM
“There are three legal aid non-profits in Clark County, offering a menu of pro bono opportunities,” write Michael Wendlberger in his article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono #accesstojustice
“[S]tudents develop a keen understanding of the Constitution of the United States and the value of constitutional literacy and community engagement,” writes Kimberly Maxson-Rushton in her special feature published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono #civics
The Importance of Civic Education
Written by Kimberly Maxson-Rushton (COMMUNIQUÉ, Oct. 2025)
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October 17, 2025 at 3:48 PM
“[S]tudents develop a keen understanding of the Constitution of the United States and the value of constitutional literacy and community engagement,” writes Kimberly Maxson-Rushton in her special feature published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono #civics
“There are many benefits of being a CAP attorney, including improvement in communication and observational skills,” writes Cassandra Cummings in her heart-warming article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono
My Experience as a CAP Attorney
Written by Cassandra Cummings (COMMUNIQUÉ, Oct. 2025)
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October 17, 2025 at 3:16 PM
“There are many benefits of being a CAP attorney, including improvement in communication and observational skills,” writes Cassandra Cummings in her heart-warming article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono
“Lawyers are uniquely positioned to serve their communities—and we should embrace that privilege by helping those in need,” writes William Nobriga in his thoughtful article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono
Making Pro Bono Painless: Practical Steps for Integrating Service into Your Legal Practice
Written by William D. Nobriga (COMMUNIQUÉ, Oct. 2025)
clarkcountybar.org
October 17, 2025 at 2:58 PM
“Lawyers are uniquely positioned to serve their communities—and we should embrace that privilege by helping those in need,” writes William Nobriga in his thoughtful article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono
On October 15, 2025, the City of Las Vegas announced an update to the judicial position being vacated by Judge Susan Roger. Roger is set to retire on November 4, 2025. Those interested in the position may apply online through midnight on Oct. 26, 2025.
Applications for Interim Las Vegas Municipal Court Judge Due October 26, 2025
On October 15, 2025, the City of Las Vegas announced an update to the judicial position being vacated by Judge Susan Roger. Roger is set to retire on November 4, 2025. See The Las Vegas City Council has extended the application period for those interested in serving as an interim Las Vegas Municipal Court judge. The council also voted to make the position an interim caretaker, meaning applicants would consent not to run for the post next year.
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October 16, 2025 at 8:37 PM
On October 15, 2025, the City of Las Vegas announced an update to the judicial position being vacated by Judge Susan Roger. Roger is set to retire on November 4, 2025. Those interested in the position may apply online through midnight on Oct. 26, 2025.
COURT NEWS: All members of the Nevada Bar who handle probate and trust matters are invited to attend the next probate bench-bar meeting on October 27, 2025. The meeting will be held at the Regional Justice Center, Courtroom 17A, in downtown Las Vegas. Attendance can be made in-person or via Zoom.
Probate Bench-Bar Meeting on October 27, 2025
All members of the Nevada Bar who handle probate and trust matters are invited to attend the next probate bench-bar meeting on October 27, 2025. Attendance can be made in-person or via Zoom. See below for details.
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October 14, 2025 at 9:41 PM
COURT NEWS: All members of the Nevada Bar who handle probate and trust matters are invited to attend the next probate bench-bar meeting on October 27, 2025. The meeting will be held at the Regional Justice Center, Courtroom 17A, in downtown Las Vegas. Attendance can be made in-person or via Zoom.
The Clark County Bar Association is accepting nominations for the 2025 Annual Judicial Award of Excellence. Nominations are due November 6, 2025. Learn more from our website
Annual Award of Judicial Excellence Nominations Due November 6, 2025
The Clark County Bar Association is accepting nominations for the 2025 Annual Judicial Award of Excellence.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:14 PM
The Clark County Bar Association is accepting nominations for the 2025 Annual Judicial Award of Excellence. Nominations are due November 6, 2025. Learn more from our website
COURT NEWS: On October 1, 2025, the Eighth Judicial District Court filed the order “In the Administrative Matter of Practice and Procedures in the Probate Court.” See Administrator Order 25-06.
Administrative Order 25-06 In Re Probate Court Effective October 1, 2025
On October 1, 2025, Eighth Judicial District Court filed the order “In the Administrative Matter of Practice and Procedures in the Probate Court.” See Administrator Order 25-06 (PDF file). Effective immediately, the 21-page order addresses specific topics: Probate Commissioner’s Reports and Recommendations Requests to Transfer to Probate Judge Petitions, Applications, Motions, and Exhibits List of Approved, Deficient, and Heard Matters…
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October 3, 2025 at 9:55 PM
COURT NEWS: On October 1, 2025, the Eighth Judicial District Court filed the order “In the Administrative Matter of Practice and Procedures in the Probate Court.” See Administrator Order 25-06.
Special offers are available for NEW ad placement orders, completed from September 1 to December 1, 2025, for the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ. Learn more at clarkcountybar.org
Communiqué Advertising Special Offers* (Fall 2025)
Offers expire December 1, 2025
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October 3, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Special offers are available for NEW ad placement orders, completed from September 1 to December 1, 2025, for the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ. Learn more at clarkcountybar.org
Members are encouraged to renew their memberships as early as October 1, 2025.
Early Bird Special for 2026 CCBA Membership Begins October 1, 2025
Offer expires November 1, 2025
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October 1, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Members are encouraged to renew their memberships as early as October 1, 2025.
On September 18, 2025, Las Vegas Municipal Court Chief Judge Kelly Giordani entered an administrative order about the adoption of court rules regarding traffic violations. Learn more at municourt.lasvegasnevada.gov
Local Rules of Practice for Traffic Las Vegas Municipal Court Effective September 29, 2025
On September 18, 2025, Las Vegas Municipal Court Chief Judge Kelly Giordani entered an administrative order about the adoption of court rules regarding traffic violations. See 2025-LVMC-AO-Traffic-Violations-2_73.pdf. Since the creation of civil infractions in Nevada’s 81st Legislative Session (2021), there have been several updates to rules and laws regulating how courts are to process and adjudicate these matters. The Supreme Court of Nevada instituted Nevada Rules for Civil Traffic Infractions in 2024 and most recently Senate Bill 359 (2025) created changes on how courts can process moving violations and amend them to non-moving violations.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:27 PM
On September 18, 2025, Las Vegas Municipal Court Chief Judge Kelly Giordani entered an administrative order about the adoption of court rules regarding traffic violations. Learn more at municourt.lasvegasnevada.gov
Oh, this is [not] going to be fun for managing editors of bar journals. 🫠 Check out this article: "Latest 'Bluebook' has 'bonkers' rule on citing to artificial intelligence" www.abajournal.com/news/article...
Latest 'Bluebook' has 'bonkers' rule on citing to artificial intelligence
Updated: If you are unsure about how and when to cite content generated by artificial intelligence, a new citation rule is unlikely to clear up the confusion, according to experts who spoke with LawSites.
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September 26, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Oh, this is [not] going to be fun for managing editors of bar journals. 🫠 Check out this article: "Latest 'Bluebook' has 'bonkers' rule on citing to artificial intelligence" www.abajournal.com/news/article...
Read this installment of Pro Bono Corner: “Bills, Laws, and Access to Justice” written by Jonathan Norman the Statewide Advocacy, Outreach & Policy Director for the Nevada Coalition of Legal Service Providers. See Communique (Sep. 2025)
Bills, Laws, and Access to Justice
Written by Jonathan Norman
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September 24, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Read this installment of Pro Bono Corner: “Bills, Laws, and Access to Justice” written by Jonathan Norman the Statewide Advocacy, Outreach & Policy Director for the Nevada Coalition of Legal Service Providers. See Communique (Sep. 2025)
Read this installment of View from the Bench: “The Need for Additional Judges—It’s Nothing New” written by Chief Judge Jerry Wiese. See Communique (Sep. 2025)
The Need for Additional Judges—It’s Nothing New
Written by Chief Judge Jerry Wiese
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September 24, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Read this installment of View from the Bench: “The Need for Additional Judges—It’s Nothing New” written by Chief Judge Jerry Wiese. See Communique (Sep. 2025)