Mighty group of volunteers to swear oath to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected kids Â
Mighty group of freshly trained Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers will be sworn in August 19 at noon, at Family Court 601 N. Pecos Road, in courtroom 9. The volunteers will advocate for the best interests of children, but, many more volunteers are needed to fill the need for CASA volunteers for more than [...]
Judge Linda Marie Bell selected for 2022 Impact of the Year Award by the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has selected Judge Linda Marie Bell as the recipient of the NCJFCJs 2022 Impact of the Year Award. A special ceremony recognizing Judge Bell will be held July 19, during the NCJFCJ85th Annual Conference in Reno, NV. “I am truly honored to be selected for such [...]
Judge Michael Villani To Retire After 15 Years On The District Court Bench Â
After serving more than 15 years on the District Court bench, Judge Michael P. Villani is retiring. Judge Villani was appointed to the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada in April 2007. In his letter of resignation Judge Villani said, “I have been honored to serve the citizens of the State of Nevada for the [...]
New District Court Administrative Order 22-10 outlines case reassignments for Department 1 and 9
New District Court Administrative Order 22-10 issued by Chief Judge Linda Marie Bell outlines case reassignments for Department 1 and 9. CLICK HERE
New Chief To Take On Overseeing The Business Of The Court July 1 Â
At a recent Judges meeting, Judge Jerry Wiese was selected by a majority vote of the District Court bench to serve as the new chief to oversee the administrative functions of the court. Effective July 1, he will officially replace outgoing Chief Judge Linda Marie Bell, who has served two terms as chief judge. Judge Bell [...]
“Broken shell of a person” experiences miraculous turnaround
“Broken shell of a person” are the words that 44 year-old LIMA participant Scott used to describe himself before he experienced his “miracle” recovery with the diversion program. His speech got the attention of the graduation room, and will probably get the attention of a [...]
Civil Bench-Bar Meeting this Tuesday will offer latest information on developments in District Court Civil Division
The Civil Bench-Bar meeting on October 19 at noon, will give lawyers in civil practice the latest news on new developments in the Eighth Judicial District Court. Chief Judge Linda Marie Bell and Civil Presiding Judge Nancy Allf will provide updates on important information for [...]
It’s all about the best interest of our kids
“It’s all about the best interest of our kids,” said Judge Frank Sullivan repeatedly during a Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) oath ceremony to swear in 17 volunteers who will speak on behalf children in foster care. That line sums up the essence of what [...]
Civil Bench-Bar gives lawyers a roadmap as court moves full speed ahead
If you’re a civil attorney practicing in the Eighth and you missed the May Civil Bench-Bar Meeting, you missed a lot. A total of 161 people attended the Bench-Bar on Zoom that addressed the backlog, remote appearances, electronic exhibits and other need to know info [...]
Four newly elected District Court judges to swear oath to uphold justice at investitures on February 26
Ceremonial Robing And Oath To Take Place With Covid-19 Safety Measures In PlaceIn the recent election, 22 new judges were elected to serve in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. The fourth of several specially coordinated investitures is scheduled for February 26 at 3 [...]