State District Court judge and UNLV professor get nod from Senate for seat on federal bench in Nevada
By a 50 to 46 vote at 8:16 Wednesday night in Washington, D.C, the Honorable Cristina D. Silva received confirmation to be U.S. District Judge for the District of Nevada.Judge Silva knew the vote was coming and tried to get home in time to watch [...]
Nevada Rule of Civil Procedure 41(e) amended in response to pandemic
There is no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic is wreaking havoc on our lives. The courts are not exempt. Despite best efforts to keep the justice system moving, delays are inevitable. Below is a link to an Order Amending Nevada Rule of Civil Procedure 41(e) filed [...]
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Las Vegas Justice Court And Municipal Court Traffic Customer Service Counter Is Closed
Effective immediately, the Las Vegas Justice Court and Las Vegas Municipal Court traffic customer service counter located on the first floor at the Regional Justice Center is closed.To the extent possible, traffic-related matters should be conducted by telephone, video, or other remote electronic means. Individuals [...]
Nevada Eighth Judicial District Order Halts Jury Trials, Implements Telephonic Hearings And Implements Other Measures To Protect Community
District Court Chief Judge Linda Bell issued and Administrative Order today that alters court procedures effective immediately to protect the community during COVID-19 pandemic. STMFP-RJC-120031317290On March 12, 2020, Governor Steve Sisolak declared a state of emergency in Nevada in response to the recent outbreak of [...]
Civil attorneys can avoid the summer slump
The lazy, hazy days of summer are getting underway. Civil attorneys can avoid the summer slump and sharpen skills. Attend the Civil Bench-Bar meeting this Tuesday, June 13 at noon in courtroom 3A. Bench-Bar attendees get the latest information on new rules, Nevada Supreme Court [...]
Judge David Barker retires after 32 years of public service
After 10 years on the District Court bench and 32 exceptional years in public service, Judge David Barker retired on Jan. 6. Judge Barker has been a steadfast figure in the court. He served the past two years as chief judge and on the court executive [...]