Courthouse marshals save life of woman who collapsed while seeking help for eviction
“Their universes collided on a random Tuesday,” that’s how Nick Dion’s letter to the head of court security describes the day that District Court marshals Sergeant Tim Spies, Sergeant RJ Pastorius, Officer Raymundo Enriquez, Officer Chris Rivers and Officer Lamons Walker saved a woman’s life.Nick [...]
Stalking and harassment temporary protective orders can now be submitted online making it easier to petition the court
Applications for stalking and harassment temporary protective orders (TPOs) can now be submitted online. The availability of online submission by all users is a big step forward that makes it much easier for those looking to petition the courts for a protective order against stalking [...]
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Green lining from pandemic and technology upgrades in court
When the pandemic hit, thanks to the ongoing drive to update technology and improve efficiency, the District Court was well positioned to keep operating (with a huge amount of work from court IT). Hearings have been conducted remotely on a massive scale. It is a [...]
23 Guide and File forms now available to make do-it-yourself court filings easier
To aid those who represent themselves in court and improve access to justice, the Eighth Judicial District Court offers 23 Guide and File forms at the Legal Aid Self-help Centers at the Regional Justice Center, at family court, or to those with Internet access. The system [...]
Don’t miss the October 9 Civil Bench Bar Meeting for a frightfully good CLE and other treats for attorneys
Don’t miss the October 9 Civil Bench Bar Meeting from noon to 1 p.m. in courtroom 10D of the Regional Justice Center for a free, frightfully good continuing legal education (CLE). The State Bar of Nevada Office of Bar Counsel will do a half credit [...]
Competition fierce at Chili Wars
Competition was fierce at the first ever Chili Wars to benefit the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada. Attorney Jason Stoffel took first place with his secret chili recipe called Yodalicious. Second place went to The Rabid Beans by Frank Preuss the department J marshal. The runner-up came from [...]
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Chili Wars – Battle of the beans to benefit Legal Aid Center
Delicious chili for the eatingChili Wars Battle of the beans to benefit the Legal Aid Center of Southern NV will jump off tonight Nov. 4 from 5-7 p.m. at Bogey’s Bar & Grill, 7770 W. Ann Road with food, fun, raffles and more. [...]