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New Mexico Supreme Court: Notice of Current Vacancies
The Supreme Court of New Mexico is seeking applications to fill existing vacancies on its committees, boards, and commissions listed here, or by clicking the button below. Unless otherwise noted, any person may apply to serve on any of the listed committees, boards and commissions. Anyone interested in volunteering to serve on one or more of the foregoing committees, boards, or commissions may apply by submitting an application, along with a resume, to Elizabeth A. Garcia, Chief Clerk, by email to nmsupremecourtclerk@nmcourts.gov, or by first class mail to P.O. Box 848, Santa Fe, N.M. 87504. The required application form can be found on the Supreme Court’s website at https://supremecourt.nmcourts.gov/current-vacancies.aspx. Please submit applications by Oct. 31.
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Civil and Family Law Volunteer Attorneys Needed
The Sixth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee is currently seeking volunteer attorneys for our upcoming Grant County Legal Fair on Oct. 20 at the Western New Mexico University Global Resource Center in Silver City, N.M.
The Twelfth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee is currently seeking volunteer attorneys for our upcoming Lincoln County Legal Fair on Oct. 21 at Eastern New Mexico University in Ruidoso, N.M.
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Notice of Commissioner Vacancies
Two Commissioner appointments for three-year terms for the Client Protection Fund will be made in accordance with Rule 17A-005 (B). The purpose of the Client Protection Fund is to promote public confidence in the administration of justice and the integrity of the legal profession by reimbursing losses caused by the dishonest conduct of lawyers admitted and licensed to practice law in the courts of New Mexico. The new term will begin Jan. 1, 2024. Applicants must be active members of the State Bar of New Mexico. Anyone interested in serving on the Commission should send a letter of interest and brief résumé to kate.kennedy@sbnm.org.
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Notice of Commissioner Vacancies
Four Commissioner appointments for three-year terms will be made to the State Bar of New Mexico ATJ Fund Grant Commission. The ATJ Fund Grant Commission solicits and reviews grant applications and awards grants to civil legal services organizations consistent with the State Plan for the Provision of Civil Legal Services to Low Income New Mexicans. To be eligible for appointment, applicants must not be affiliated with a civil legal service organization which would be eligible for grant funding from the ATJ Fund. Anyone interested in serving on the Commission should send a letter of interest and brief résumé by Nov. 15, to Stormy Ralstin at sralstin@sbnm.org.
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The Equity in Justice Book Club Presents: "Poverty, by America"
Join the Equity in Justice Book Club, led by State Bar of New Mexico Equity in Justice Director Dr. Amanda Parker, for five new Book Club meetings this Fall discussing Matthew Desmond's "Poverty, by America." The remaining date is Oct. 24 from noon to 1:30 p.m. (MT). Click the button below to register. Please contact Dr. Amanda Parker at amanda.parker@sbnm.org with any questions.
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The New Mexico Civil Rights Act Symposium: Its Meaning and Application
The New Mexico Law Review invites you to the New Mexico Civil Rights Act Symposium: Its Meaning and Application! The symposium will be on Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MT), at the UNM School of Law. This event is approved for 5 general and 1 ethics MCLE credit. Contact Shannel Daniels at nmlrsymposium2023@unm.edu with any questions. Please register by Oct. 21 using the button below.
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Civil and Family Law Volunteer Attorneys Needed
The Sixth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee is currently seeking volunteer attorneys for our upcoming Grant County Legal Fair on Oct. 20 at the Western New Mexico University Global Resource Center in Silver City, N.M.
The Twelfth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee is currently seeking volunteer attorneys for our upcoming Lincoln County Legal Fair on Oct. 21 at Eastern New Mexico University in Ruidoso, N.M.
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Honoring National Coming Out Day
During October, State Bar members from and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community are invited to celebrate National Coming Out Day, which is Oct. 11. Please email nmlgbtqbarassn@gmail.com if you would like your name displayed on the New Mexico LGBTQ Bar Association's website. Please also join to share your coming-out experiences in the legal world at the New Mexico LGBTQ Bar Association's monthly membership meeting on Oct. 19 from noon to 12:45 p.m. (MT) via Zoom. If you are unable to attend, please feel free to send your coming-out-in-the-legal-world experiences to nmlgbtqbarass@gmail.com to be featured on our website.
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Empowering Justice: The Promise and Responsibility of AI for Lawyers
Equal Access to Justice and the Volunteer Attorney Program are cosponsoring a CLE, titled "Empowering Justice: The Promise and Responsibility of AI for Lawyers," which will explore the connection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and legal services for marginalized communities. The CLE will take place on Oct. 20 via Zoom from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (MT).
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Affordable Well-being: Managing Your Practice While Managing Your Relationship to Money
Avoid Getting Hacked Off: Cybersecurity Best Practices
Your Inbox Is Not a Task List: Real World Task Management for Busy Lawyers
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Pro Bono and Volunteer Opportunities | |
The State Bar of New Mexico and the legal organizations it supports all provide rich and significant opportunities to provide pro bono and volunteer legal service to underserved populations in New Mexico. Take a look below at some of New Mexico's most impactful options for serving the state's diverse communities. | | |
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The Sixth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee is currently seeking volunteer attorneys for our upcoming Grant County Legal Fair on Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (MT). All legal consultations will take place in-person at Western New Mexico University Global Resource Center Room ABC located at W 12th Street, Silver City, N.M.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Bella Zayani at nediaz@nmlegalaid.org.
Sincerely,
District Judge Tom Stewart
Chair, Sixth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee
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The Twelfth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee is currently seeking volunteer attorneys for an upcoming Lincoln County Legal Fair on Oct. 21, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (MT). Attorney volunteers are needed to provide one-time legal consultations through brief advice and counsel. All legal consultations will take place in-person at Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) located at 709 Mechem Dr., Ruidoso, NM, 88345. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Rachel Skinner at 12thjudicialprobonocommittee@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
District Judge John P. Sugg
Chair, Twelfth Judicial District Pro Bono Committee
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The New Mexico Middle School Mock Trial Program needs judges for its next event on Nov. 3, hosted by the Third Judicial District Circuit Court and the US District Court in Las Cruces. Those interested in attending the event may sign up at by Oct. 20. Please email any questions to Kristen Leeds at Kristen@civicvalues.org or by phone at 505-764-9417. | | | |
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The New Mexico Innocence and Justice Project is an independent, §501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to free the innocent, overturn wrongful convictions, and create a fair, science-based and equitable criminal justice system for everyone.
Contributions to NMIJP satisfy the §24-108 NMRA Pro bono publico service rule which requires NM attorneys to either do 50 hours of pro bono work per year or donate $500 "to organizations that provide legal services to persons of limited means in New Mexico".
You can either donate at our website, https://nmijp.org/donate/, or send a check payable to the New Mexico Innocence and Justice Project, P.O. Box 36719, Albuquerque, NM 87176.
NMIJP works to prevent wrongful convictions by advocating for science-based evidence and for policies that ensure fairness, equity, and fidelity to our Constitution. NMIJP’s mission includes educating the public, training practitioners, and partnering with law students to create an equitable criminal justice system.
Please support the work of the New Mexico Innocence and Justice Project, and simultaneously fulfill your requirement to donate to a worthy organization that provides legal services to persons of limited means in New Mexico.
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Legal Clinics & Workshops | |
Divorce Options Workshop
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Attendees will learn how to save time, money and stress at a the State Bar's free Divorce Options Workshop. The virtual workshop includes a presentation by a volunteer attorney, materials on divorce and an open question-and-answer period. This virtual event is a free community service open to the public. Workshops are held (usually) on the first Wednesday of each month from 6-8 p.m. (MT) To register please call 505-797-6022.
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Consumer Debt Bankruptcy Workshop |
Get answers to questions about repossessions, foreclosures, collection issues, bankruptcy and more. The free presentation includes a presentation by a volunteer attorney, an open question and answer period and a one on one consultation with an attorney. The virtual workshops occur on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except November) at 6 p.m (MT). To register please call 505-797-6094.
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Legal Resources for Elderly Workshop
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The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) presents free legal workshops. Seniors, family members and others who work with seniors are invited to attend. The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program can be reached at 505-797-6005 or
1-800-876-6657.
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For more information on the Volunteer Attorney Referral process, and to learn about the volunteer attorney pool for LREP or N.M. Legal Aid's Volunteer Attorney Program (VAP), please click the button below. | |
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Take advantage of a free employee assistance program, a service offered by the New Mexico Lawyer Assistance Program in cooperation with The Solutions Group. Get help and support for yourself, your family and your employees. Services include up to four FREE counseling sessions/issue/year for any behavioral health, addiction, relationship conflict, anxiety and/or depression issue. Counseling sessions are with a professionally licensed therapist. Other free services include management consultation, stress management education, critical incident stress debriefing, substance use disorder assessments, video counseling and 24/7 call center. Providers are located throughout the state.
- Call 855-965-4500 or visit www.ruby.com/nmbar.
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