Brenoch Wirthlin recognized as September pro bono volunteer of the month
Brenoch Wirthlin recognized as September pro bono volunteer of the monthBrenoch Wirthlin, who is a Director at the Fennemore Craig law firm, was recognized by the District Court judges as the September pro bono volunteer of the month. Since 2012, Brenoch has accepted seven new [...]
Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez Selected To Assume District Court Chief Judge Post January 1
Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez was selected to be the new chief judge of the Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court. She will succeed Chief Judge David Barker. Judges on the District Court bench voted to choose the new chief who will officially start the role on Jan. [...]
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Opportunity for legal, law enforcement and social service professionals to step up for kids and feel great about it
Professionals looking for something fulfilling in their life are invited to spend a few hours a week motivating struggling students. The Truancy Diversion Project (TDP) aimed at improving student school attendance and success in classes is calling on attorneys, law enforcement and social service professionals to be volunteer judges at [...]
Aug. 11 Family Bench Bar to offer secrets to improve effectiveness in court
Attorneys who practice family law are invited to attend the Family Bench Bar meeting on Aug. 11 at noon in courtroom 9 at the Family Court, 601N. Pecos Road.The agenda will include the following:Announcements/UpdatesAdministrative Announcements (Presiding Judge Hoskin) – This is when Judge Hoskin reveals [...]
Escape the heat and pick up valuable info at Tuesday Civil Bench Bar
Attorneys in civil practice are invited to escape the heat, grab a bite and pick up tips to improve their practice at the Civil Bench Bar Meeting Tuesday, Aug. 9 at 12:05 p.m. in District Court courtroom 15C at the Regional Justice Center. Changes that will [...]
Court receptionist leaves desk job, graduates from police academy and will now serve to protect the courthouse
Laquedra Parks has a big smile and a determined personality. Her determination is what helped her make it through the Southern Desert Regional Police Academy. She graduated on June 23 and will begin serving as a court marshal on June 27. Laquedra left her desk [...]
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Lizard gets security’s attention on the way into court
Security marshals expect to see wallets, phones and pens when they X-ray bags on the way into the courthouse; they don’t expect to see an iguana. It made national news when someone reportedly tried to bring their pet iguana to court in Boulder, Colorado. Rango never [...]
Court issues new administrative order related to destruction of certain physical evidence
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Blue diamonds awarded to those helping Clark County students become brilliant young graduates
Blue Diamond awards were presented to Truancy Diversion Program volunteer judges at a recognition event for those who are helping to keep Clark County students in school and on track to graduate. The volunteers work with the students weekly to help them transition from diamonds in the rough to brilliant young [...]
DUI court participants cross recovery program finish line
Seven felony DUI court participants crossed the finish line to graduate from the rigorous program. The graduates discussed what helped them during their three-year (plus) journey and their after-care plan to ensure they continue their quest for life-long recovery. Family members came to show support [...]
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