Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission, Upcoming CLE's, and More

February 26, 2021

Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission

2021-2022 Grant Process Now Open

The State Bar of New Mexico Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission now seeks grant applications from nonprofit organizations that provide civil legal services to low income New Mexicans within the scope of the State Plan. Upon review of the applications, the Grant Commission will make the final decision regarding applicants to be awarded grants and the amount of each grant. Approximately $700,000 is to be disbursed.

The Request for Proposals can be found at nmbar.org/atjfundgrant. Contact Vannessa Sanchez at vsanchez@nmbar.org with any questions.

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Coronavirus Updates

The State Bar of New Mexico is committed to helping New Mexico lawyers respond optimally to the developing COVID-19 coronavirus situation. Visit www.nmbar.org/covid-19 for a compilation of resources from national and local health agencies and frequently asked questions. This page will be updated regularly during this rapidly evolving situation. Please check back often for the latest information from the State Bar of New Mexico.

If you have additional questions or suggestions about the State Bar's response to the coronavirus situation, please email Executive Director Richard Spinello at rspinello@nmbar.org.

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Upcoming Events

March 6: Young Lawyers Division Board Meeting
March 12: Solo and Small Firm Roundtable: Budgets are Fun!
April 12: Solo and Small Firm Roundtable: Solo and Small Firm Tax Class

We are currently keeping a list of events that have been cancelled or changed due to the coronavirus situation. These events include State Bar of New Mexico events, Court events, and other events in the legal community. Please the Resources for Attorneys & FAQ About Coronavirus page often as this situation is changing rapidly. To notify us of an event cancellation or change, email Evann Laird at elaird@nmbar.org.

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Upcoming Programs from the Center for Legal Education:

Texas Grid Failure and New Mexico Utility's Response

March 4, Live Webinar
1.0 G
Registration

Top 10 Music Copyright Cases of All Time

March 10, Live Webinar
1.0 G
Registration

Counseling the Client Regarding Form I-9 Compliance and Discrimination

March 12, Live Webinar
1.5 G
Registration

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Important Announcements and Deadlines

Court Announcements and Deadlines

Board of Bar Examiners Executive Director Position Application Open Until Feb. 26
New Mexico Court of Appeals Announcement of Applicants
First Judicial District Court New Rio Arriba Magistrate Court Telephone Numbers
Judicial Nominating Commission New Mexico Court of Appeals Candidate Announcement
U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico Notice to Federal Bench & Bar Association Members
State of New Mexico Administrative Hearings Office Free Zoom Trainings

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