20 Individuals Teetering Before Justice System Tap LIMA Services And Skills-Based Training To Stay On The Right Side Of The Law Â
The Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada LIMA Program (Law Enforcement Intervention for Mental Health and Addiction) will celebrate 20 grads who accessed services and skills-based training to stay on the right side of the law at the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters, 400 S. Martin Luther King Blvd., on Friday, August 5 at […]
Time is running out for attorneys to weigh in on virtual advocacy in Nevada courts
The Nevada Supreme Court’s Commission to Study Best Practices for Virtual Advocacy in Nevada’s Courts is conducting a survey of participants of virtual courtrooms and requests your input. The survey is designed for Nevada bar members who practice within the Eighth Judicial District Courts. Your responses will help the Commission to better understand the use of […]
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 […]
The making of a marshal and the quest to serve the community and uphold the Constitution
Those who access the courthouse are likely to encounter marshals at one point or another. They greet us at every access point and courtroom. Despite the fact that they are very visible, most people are not aware of all the training and preparation marshals go through to be ready to protect all those who access […]
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
District Court accepting applications for three hearing master positions
The Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada is accepting employment applications for three court hearing master positions. The application closing date is July 27, 2022 at 5:01 p.m. Interested applicants should review the full application postings to apply for a court hearing master position http://www.clarkcountycourts.us/general/employment-opportunities/. This is an exempt position and rules or procedures governing […]
Nevada Governor Names New Judge To Fill Department 9 In Eighth Judicial District Court
Governor Steve Sisolak appointed Maria Gall to the Eighth Judicial District Court, Dept. 9. This appointment fills the judicial vacancy left by Cristina D. Silva, who was appointed by President Biden to the U.S. District Court in Nevada. “Judge Gall has extensive civil litigation experience in both state and federal courts in New York, Kentucky […]
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 […]
Be a voice for abused & neglected kids & Change a child’s story
Check out one of the monthly online CASA Program orientations. For info on the CASA program can call 702-455-4306 Upcoming dates Fr 6/10 9 -10a Wed 6/15 6-7p & Fr 6/24noon-1p. http://casalasvegas.org LINK
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