A group of 4 siblings (2 boys and 2 girls) came into DFS care in 2019 due to allegations of abuse to 1-year-old boy. This case is specific to the two girls, ages 8 and 2. The two boys are aligned on their wishes and on a separate CAP case. CPS became involved when the mother brought 1-year-old boy to the hospital with burns all around his feet. DFS determined through testimony that the mother’s boyfriend caused the burns to the minor. Several times, the mother has been involved with DFS and complied with her case plan and eventually the children are returned to her custody. However, she continues to bring her boyfriend around the minors without any hesitation of the danger she’s placing the children in. The girls want to reunify with their mother but not the boyfriend and believe she can keep the boyfriend away from them so they do not have to live with him. The goal is adoption and the Judge granted a waiver of reasonable efforts for all parents in January 2022. At this time, the two girls are in need of an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s):  Adjudicatory Trial on 03/27/2023 at 9:30 am and Permanency Planning Hearing on 05/03/2023 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 9. 

After their father struck the oldest child with an open fist, a 6-year-old and a 5-year-old came into DFS care. The father struck the 6-year-old boy near his left eye and his temple leaving a reddish bruise. He was arrested for the incident and later convicted of gross misdemeanor Child Abuse, Neglect, or Endangerment and incarcerated for 6 months with 30 days credit for time served. Their mother’s whereabouts are unknown. At this time, these children are in need of an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 06/13/2023 at 2:00 pm in Courtroom 10. 

Three siblings, ages 15, 11, & 3 yrs, came into DFS care with their older brother due to their mother’s emotional instability, developmental status, or cognitive deficiency impairing her ability to care for the children. This case is specific to the 15-year-old, 11-year-old, and 3-year-old. The family has prior history with DFS because of allegations of environmental neglect and inadequate supervision. Attempts were made to locate the natural fathers and two have been located. The children have been placed together with fictive kin. These children are in need of an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Permanency Planning Hearing on 07/19/2023 at 2:30 pm in Courtroom 13.

A 7-year-old and his siblings were removed from their home due to his mother and self-father being unable to control their behavior and engaging in domestic violence on a weekly basis in front of the kids. This case is specific to the 7-year-old boy. The 7-year-old has a different dad who may have sexually abused him previously. He also has an IEP for speech therapy. When they were taken into care, the home was very dirty and there were roaches in the 11-month-old’s diaper. All three children are placed with the paternal grandmother of the youngest two children and the siblings are to stay placed together. However, the 7-year-old recently reportedly inappropriately touched one of his younger siblings and he is no longer allowed to sleep in the same room as them. The 7-year-old needs his own separate counsel to advocate on his behalf. Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 03/29/2023 at 3:30 pm in Courtroom 13.

Siblings, a 4-year-old boy and a 1-year-old, came into DFS custody due to allegations of ongoing drug use by the parents and domestic violence between parents, against the children, and involving the maternal grandmother. There have been numerous calls to the police department for family disturbances. The parents lack resources, housing, or income to provide for the basic needs of the children. These children need an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 3/16/2023 at 3:30 p.m., in Courtroom 12.

Newborn baby boy was removed by DFS after hospital made a report. The mother and her boyfriend, who is the infant’s father, have an open case with CPS due to allegations of physical abuse towards the mother’s oldest child caused by the boyfriend.  The mother has knowledge of the ongoing abuse and has not done anything to prevent or stop it from occurring. The boyfriend was charged with Child Abuse.  Even after the allegations and ongoing criminal case,  the mother continues to provide conflicting stories as to the abuse and has not taken any steps to protect the minor children from her boyfriend. This infant is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 03/21/2023 at 2:30 p.m., in Courtroom 13.

Two brothers, a 1-year-old and a 3-month-old, came into DFS custody after both parents were arrested for being fugitives from Carson City for kidnapping. Mother has also been the victim of domestic violence perpetrated by the father, but continues to maintain a relationship with him and allows him to reside with the children despite the abuse caused to her and the children. These boys are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Permanency Planning Hearing on 09/12/2023 at 1:30 p.m., in Courtroom 14.

Sibling boys ages 11, and 9 year old came into system due to allegations of sexual abuse perpetrated by father against their oldest sister.  The Father was charged and has a pending case in Las Vegas Justice Court.  The Mother lacks the capacity necessary to protect the minors from the sexual and/or emotional harm posed by father.  At this time, minor children are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next hearing(s): Status Check Hearing on 04/19/2023 at 2:15 pm and Permanency Planning Hearing on 09/20/2023 at 10:45 am in Courtroom 11.

Newborn baby girl came into DFS custody after mother was found at a gas station acting erratic and was taken to the hospital.  Both parents have history with drug use and their parental rights were terminated in early 2022 as to two other children.  The parents lack the protective capacity and do not have a safe place for this newborn.  They claimed they were residing with mother’s parents, however, the grandparents have denied it.  At this time this child is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s) Review Hearing on 03/28/2023 at 2:30 pm in Courtroom 8.

Newborn baby boy was removed by DFS due to allegations of abuse and neglect.  At time of removal, both parents were found to be under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol, compromising their ability to care for minor. The parents have a history of substance abuse and extended history with DFS.  This baby is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Adjudicatory Trial on 03/30/2023 at 11:00 am in Courtroom 13.

3-month old baby girl came into DFS custody due to concerns of physical risk by the mother.  The mother is a 17-year old, former CAP client.  There are concerns of Mental Health issues and been a victim of sex trafficking. Law enforcement has been involved in multiple domestic violence incidents between the mother and the father.  Mother lacks the capacity to protect minor from being exposed to domestic violence.  At this time, this baby is in need of an attorney to represent her wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 03/27/2023 at 2:00 p.m., in Courtroom 10.

Newborn boy came into DFS custody over concerns of substance exposure. Infant was regularly being exposed to other individuals who were using/and or possessed and/or were under the influence of illegal drugs. At the time of removal, both parents submitted to a hair and urine drug test and tested positive. Both parents have a long history of illicit substance abuse which impacts their ability to care and provide for the minor.  At this time, this minor boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s):  Permanency Planning Hearing on 09/05/2023 at 3:00 p.m., in Courtroom 10.

A 2-year-old boy was removed by DFS due to allegations of substance exposure. Mother took minor to the emergency room stating that minor had ingested a morphine pill that was laying on the ground. Minor was admitted to the pediatric ICU at Sunrise Hospital and tested positive for opiates. Mother admitted to DFS that she used methamphetamine and refused to be drug tested. The father is incarcerated at High Desert State Prison due to a conviction of Trafficking Controlled Substance. This minor boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Status Check Hearing on 04/25/2023 at 10:00 am in Courtroom 10.

A 1 year old boy came into DFS care due to concerns of being substance-exposed. He tested positive for multiple drugs at birth and his mother was also positive for the same substances. After the infant’s birth, the mother was placed on a legal 2000 hold for psychosis. She confirmed she abuses prescription medication and also reported she is homeless and cannot provide a stable residence for her child.  This infant boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 09/07/2023 at 10:45 am in Courtroom 11.

Newborn baby girl came into DFS custody due to the mother experiencing postpartum depression, family violence, and the parent’s ability to take care of minor.  The parent’s were recently involved in a domestic violence incident against one of the infant’s siblings.  While mother was fighting with the father, she attempted to pull the minor sibling out of her car seat, as she was unsuccessful, she threw a rock at the vehicle sibling was in, smashing the window and shattering glass everywhere.  The mother was arrested for this incident.  The father has numerous domestic violence reports regarding infant’s sibling and the mother.  This baby is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 05/02/2023at 3:30 pm in Courtroom 12.

Group of siblings ages 18, 12, and 10 years old came into DFS custody due to allegations of physical risk and concerns of domestic violence in the home.  There are also concerns that the mother is using drugs in the home, and she becomes mentally irrational while on drugs.  The home is reported to be messy and unsanitary.  The father was arrested and convicted of two counts of Child Abuse and Domestic Violence as a result of a reported incident.  At this time, the minor children are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s):  Review Hearing on 04/04/2023 at 2:15 pm in Courtroom 11.

5 year old and 2 year old sibling girls came into DFS custody in response to allegations of neglect, inadequate supervision and physical risk.  Natural mother continues struggling with drugs, which compromises her ability to care for the children.  The father has been unable to demonstrate behavioral change or complete the objectives of his case plan for reunification in another DFS case.  He also continues having issues with drugs and domestic violence against the mother.  At this time, these minor girls are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 03/21/2023 at 2:15 pm, and Permanency Planning Hearing on 09/19/2023 at 2:15 pm in Courtroom 11. 

Newborn baby girl came into DFS custody due to infant and the mother testing positive for amphetamines and marijuana at the time of birth.  The mother has a prior history with substance abuse to include prior history with DFS.  The father also has history of substance abuse and prior arrests for substance, which impedes his ability to care for minor.  At this time, infant baby girl is in need of an attorney to represent her wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place for her to be safe environment.  The next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 03/07/2023 at 3:00 pm; Adjudicatory Trial on 03/23/2023 at 11:00 am in Courtroom 12.

Newborn baby boy came into DFS custody after testing positive for Opiates.  Both mother and infant tested positive for drugs at the time of the birth.  Mother admitted to daily drug use during the pregnancy.  The father indicated he is able to be financially responsible for mother and son, however, he has a history of drug use.  An In-Home plan could not be completed at the time of removal.  Parental relatives have been identified for placement once baby boy is discharged from the hospital.  This infant is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s) Review Hearing on 04/04/2023 at 3:00 pm; and Permanency Planning Hearing on 10/03/2023 at 10:15 am in Courtroom 11. 

3-year old girl came into DFS custody when she was found unsupervised wandering around her apartment complex.  Hours went by before natural parents were able to be contacted; both parents were arrested.  Minor is placed with paternal grandmother and has been doing great.  She is visiting her sister monthly, visits both parents, and the mother has been picking her up from daycare some days.  At this time, this minor is in need of an attorney to represent her legal rights and wishes as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s): Permanency Planning Hearing on 03/09/2023 at 3:30 pm in Courtroom 12.

Newborn baby girl came into the custody of DFS after testing positive for illicit substances at birth.  The mother refused to sign any documentation nor did she provide any contact information for the minor’s birth certificate application.  DFS learned that the father also struggles with drug use.  The mother was uncooperative and refused to provide DFS with any information regarding to the father.  At this time, this baby girl is in need of an attorney to represent her wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s):  Review Hearing on 05/02/2023 at 3:00 pm and Permanency Planning Hearing on 10/31/2023 at 2:15 pm in Courtroom 11.

Three-month old baby came into DFS custody over allegations that both baby and mother tested positive for Opiates after birth.  After the department interviewed the parents, it was learned that they both have a problem with daily drug use.  They do no have stable housing and lack the appropriate resources to provide basic needs for the baby. Infant is placed with paternal grandparents.  At this time this baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 04/11/2023 at 2:15 pm in Courtroom 11. 

Newborn baby boy came into custody after DFS received a report with allegations of harm from mother towards baby. The mother experiences symptoms of bipolar disorder with psychosis and other mental health conditions, which are inadequately treated and impair her ability to care for the baby. She has an extensive history of mental health issues and prolonged psychiatric hospitalizations. The Department has been unable to ascertain whether the father poses any risks to the safety and welfare of the child due to lack of contact.  At this time, this baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Adjudicatory Trial on 03/24/2023 at 1:30 pm in Courtroom 11.

A 6-year-old girl came into DFS custody due to allegations of physical risk. Mother experiences symptoms of depression, self-harm and other mental health conditions, which are inadequately treated and impair her ability to care for the minor. The mother was placed on a Legal 2000 by law enforcement and transported to hospital at the time of removal. The natural father is not listed on the minor’s birth certificate, therefore, she could not be placed with him until DFS verifies he is a fit placement. This minor girl is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. The next hearing(s): Status Check (Confirmation of CAP Attorney) on 04/04/2023 at 11:00 am and Adjudicatory Trial on 04/20/2023 at 11:00 am in Courtroom 13.

Newborn baby boy came into DFS custody after the Department received a report of allegations of neglect and physical risk.  Both mother and minor tested positive for opiates at the time minor was born.  The newborn was also born with respiratory distress all due to mother’s drug use.  At this time, this baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 05/09/2023 at 2:30 pm and Permanency Planning Hearing on 11/14/2023 at 1:30 pm in Courtroom 8. 

Group of siblings ages 7, 5, 4, and 2 years old came into DFS custody due to allegations of risk of physical injury.  The minors reside with the father and his girlfriend, who also has kids of her own from another relationship.  The removal came after an incident where the father’s girlfriend ended up in the hospital due to injuries suffered during a verbal argument that escalated to a physical one.  At the hospital, the girlfriend called the father of her children, when he showed up at the hospital, the father of these children also showed up, they got into an altercation and this father shot the other father and left.  The mother of the children lacks stable housing, income and resources to provide basic needs for her children.  At this time, these minors are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 06/20/2023 at 3:30 p.m. in Courtroom 10.

Newborn boy came into DFS custody due to Physical Risk.  Mother has a history of drug use and  she lacks the necessary resources to provide for the minor’s well-being.  Both mother and baby tested positive for drugs at time of birth.  The mother has denied using drugs.  The mother has an open case for another child where drugs were also the reason of removal. The father of this newborn boy is unknown.  This newborn boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. The next hearing(s):  Review Hearing on 03/27/2023 at 2:00 pm in Courtroom 10.

Group of siblings ages 13, 12, and 10 years old came into DFS custody due to abuse and neglect.  The mother has not met her case plan goals related to her failure to protect the children from sexual abuse or made the behavior changes necessary for the children to be safe in her care.  The father has been involved in incidents of domestic violence with his live-in girlfriend in presence of the children putting their welfare at risk of harm.  On December 2022, the father left the minor children home alone for several days.  He was then arrested and did not make arrangements for the children.  Both parents have been convicted of violations which prohibit the minors to be released to them.  At this time, the children are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 06/15/2023 at 10:45 am in Courtroom 11.

Newborn baby boy came into DFS custody after being born premature and experiencing respiratory distress at birth.  Baby boy is the product of an assault and the father is unknown.  Natural mother has a history of mental health related issues and has three other children not in her care.  The Department also found out that the mother continues to have a relationship with the father of her other children, even though there is an active Protection Order Against Domestic Violence against him.  At this time, this baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal rights and wishes as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s):  Disposition Hearing on March 20, 2023, at 10:00 am in Courtroom 8.

2 year old girl came was removed by DFS due to allegations of mother’s inability to meet the needs of minor due to her alcohol/drug abuse. Also, mother has been diagnosed with seizures which only increase her ability to tend for infant when she starts drinking and using illegal drugs. The father left the mother with the care of minor, even after knowing she was unable to provide proper care.   This infant girl is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Disposition Hearing on 04/06/2023 at 1:30 pm and Review Hearing on 06/08/2023 at 2:30 pm in Courtroom 12.

Newborn baby boy came into custody due to parent’s inability to provide the necessary proper care.  Mother has an open case regarding other three siblings.  Although there is a case plan and mother has been participating in services, she has not made enough behavioral changes and has not met the conditions for return.  Mother continues engaging in reactive behavior which is impacting her ability to make good decisions. At this time, this newborn baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next hearing(s): Disposition Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 10:00 a.m., in Courtroom 9.

3-month old baby girl came into DFS custody due to lack of resources, ability to care for minor, substance history and abuse.  Mother has a history of substance abuse, to include prior CPS involvement in the state of Utah.  She admitted to using illegal substance during the pregnancy of baby girl.   The father also struggles with illegal substances.  He was court ordered to submit to DFS for drug testing and has failed to do so. This baby is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next Hearing(s): Review Hearing on 05/10/2023 at 2:30 pm in Courtroom 13.

Newborn baby boy came into DFS custody after reports were made to the Department that the mother was homeless.  Mother does not have adequate resources to care for the baby.  Furthermore, she has a history of substance abuse.  The identify of the father is unknown.  As such infant boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Disposition Hearing on 03/21/2023 at 11:00 am in Courtroom 13.

3 year old girl came into DFS custody due to allegations of abuse and neglect. The mother experiences depressive disorder and suicidal ideations, which impair her ability to care for minor.  She was placed on a Legal 2000 around time of removal.  Also, there are incidents of domestic violence in the home between mother and mother.  As such infant girl is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 2/28/2023 at 10:00 am in Courtroom 13.

A newborn baby girl came into DFS custody after both minor and mother tested positive for drugs after birth. Parents lack the ability to properly care for newborn due to drug abuse. The Department has not been able to locate any relatives at this time. Minor remains in protective custody and placed at the hospital. At this time, this baby girl is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s): Adjudicatory Trial on 05/25/2023 at 11:00 a.m. In Courtroom 13.

Group of three siblings ages, 4 and 3 year old twins came into DFS custody due to the mother’s inability to provide the children with proper care, shelter and other necessary care for their well-being. The mother was evicted out of their house due to non-payment of rent.  At the time of The Department’s involvement, she was found to be under the influence of an unknown substance. She did not have a plan or where she and the children were going.  The father is deceased.   At this time, these children are in need of an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s):Disposition Hearing on 03/28/2023 at 10:00 am in Courtroom 10.

4 year old girl came into DFS care due to allegations of inadequate supervision.  The paternal grandmother was caring for minor and because of health issues, she is no longer able to care for the minor child.  The father is unemployed and doesn’t have stable housing.  The mother is incarcerated.  As such, this minor girl is in need of an attorney to represent her legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s): Disposition Hearing on 04/04/2023 at 11:00 am and Adjudicatory Trial on 04/24/2023 at 10:00 am in Courtroom 13. 

4-month old baby boy came into DFS care due to reports of physical risk and neglect by the parens.  According to the report, both parents have history of drug and alcohol abuse and homelessness.  There is also history of CPS involvement and other children were removed from their case and placed in foster care.  The parents do not have adequate supplies or necessities and continue living in unstable situation.  This 4-month old baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s) Review Hearing on 05/06/2023 at 3:00 pm in Courtroom 10.

Newborn Baby Boy came into the custody of DFS due to drug exposure.  Infant is identified as being affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorder by parental substance use and having withdrawal symptoms resulting from prenatal exposure.  Both parents have history with substance abuse.  At this time, this baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services, including educational services, are in place. Next Hearing(s): Review Haring on 03/16/2023 at 3:30 p.m., in Courtroom 12.

Two girl siblings ages 8-year old and 4-month old came into DFS custody due to allegations of abuse, emotional neglect, parental drug and alcohol use and domestic violence.  Mother fails the capacity to protect the minor children.  On a recent incident, the mother and one of the fathers were involved in a violent deadly incident where a gun was used and both children were present. The mother continues to protect the father, who is the alleged murdered on the incident.  She lacks the capacity to protect her children and puts her needs before them.  As such, these two girls are in need attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Disposition Hearing on 03/28/2023 at 1:30 pm and Adjudicatory Trial on 04/17/2023 at 1:30 pm in Courtroom 12.

14-year old boy came into DFS custody after allegations of sexual assault against minor towards his younger aunts came to light.  There is an open investigation under Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for subject minor.  The parents were aware of the allegations yet, they left him home alone watching his two minor siblings, whom were also removed.  At this time, this young boy is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 9:45 am in Courtroom 11. 

Siblings group ages, 5, 4 and newborn baby boy came into DFS custody over allegations of physical risk and neglect by the parents.  The parents lack the ability to care for their minor children due to their drug use.  The mother admitted being engaged in drug use while pregnant with newborn baby boy.  The father was found with methamphetamine and a drug paraphernalia on his possession, which was within access of the subject minors.  At this time these minor children are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 10:00 am in Courtroom 13.

Newborn Baby Boy was removed by DFS at time of birth due to indications of neglect, mother’s mental health, and lack of resources.  The mother is a minor with an open DFS case herself.  She has a past history of running away, sex trafficking, and being believed to reside with perpetrator.  The mother is considered homeless and without the necessary resources to provide the basic needs of the minor.   A natural father has not been identified.  As of now, this newborn baby boy is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s):  Plea Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 9:30 am in Courtroom 8.

2-month old twins were removed by DFS due to allegations of Sexual Risk against father and Physical Risk against mother and father.  Mother has an open permanency case wherein four older children were removed from her case.  Father is reported to also have an open dependency case with the department for concerns of physical abuse, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.  At this time these children are in need of an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. The next hearing(s); Calendar Call 03/21/2023 at 9:45 am and Adjudicatory Trial on 04/07/2023 at 9:30 am in Courtroom 11. 

This case involves a group  of five siblings, however this case is only for two girls ages 16 and 11-year old. The children were removed by DFS due to physical risk and neglect.  The parents have a lengthy history of domestic violence and drug/alcohol abuse.  The Department of Family Services has attempted to work informally with parents yet, the frequency and severity of domestic violence in the home has increased.  The last altercation, father choked and punched mother causing her to pass out.  The father was arrested and mother was transported to hospital.  At this time, these two siblings are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Disposition Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 3:00 pm; Review Hearing on 05/16/2023 and Permanency Planning Hearing on 11/21/2023 at 2:15 pm in Courtroom 11.

15-year old boy came into DFS custody due to allegations of inadequate supervision by the adoptive mother/aunt. Minor boy is on probation for an open and gross lewdness charge and placed in an Eagle Quest foster home.  Minor has successfully completed his JSO program and the terms of his probation, but the victim in his case resides with adoptive mother.  The adoptive mother has not made other long-term arrangements for minor and he has no home to return to once his juvenile court case comes to a closing.  At this time, this young boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  The next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 11:00 am in Courtroom 10.

Group of siblings ages 17, 16, and 10 year old came into DFS custody over allegation of sexual assault of one of the father’s to 16-year old girl.   The sexual assault began when minor girl was eleven years of age and continued until recently reported.  Victim minor and older sibling disclosed the abuse to mother, whom failed to protect her and continued to allow the father to remain in the house and have unsupervised access to minors. There are three different fathers to the children and the perpetrator is the only one involved.  The other two fathers have no contact or provide any support for their kids.  These siblings are in need of an attorney to represent their legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, and visitation and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 9:45 am in Courtroom 11.

Newborn Baby Boy came into the custody of DFS after both him and mother tested positive for drugs at birth.  The mother has an on-going open case with DFS for other two siblings; both siblings have remained in protective custody since removal in 2021.  The mother has not made any improvements or has completed her case plan in that case.  The named father has not established paternity of minor.  This infant boy is in need of an attorney to represent his legal wishes and rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Plea Hearing on 03/22/2023 at 9:00 am in Courtroom 9. 

16-year old boy came into DFS custody along with his five siblings due to allegations of inadequate shelter, neglect, lack of resources and drug abuse.  This case pertains only to this young boy, as his wishes are different than those from his siblings.  The father has no contact or provides financial assistance for minor.  At this time, the minor is in need of an attorney to represent his wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place. Next hearing(s):  Review Hearing on 08/09/2023 at 10:45 am in Courtroom 11.

6-year old twins came into DFS custody due to allegations of inadequate shelter, neglect, lack of resources and drug abuse. The parents lack the ability to provide minor children with the necessary resources for their well being.  These minor children are in need of an attorney to represent their wishes and legal rights as to permanency, placement, visitation, and to ensure appropriate services are in place.  Next hearing(s): Review Hearing on 08/09/2023 at 10:45 am in Courtroom 11.

A woman is in need of an attorney to represent her as the respondent to her ex-husbands appeal regarding the divorce decree. The pair was married for nearly twenty-years and they have five children. Custody and child support were established in 2021, but the ex-husband filed numerous motions in attempt to modify the custody before trial. He was unsuccessful, and the court denied his motion to modify child custody. Next Hearing(s): Notice of Appearance due on 04/24/2023.

A woman would like an attorney to assist with a divorce from her husband of 5 years due to verbal and emotional abuse. There are no children or debts to be divided, however, she would like spousal support and a portion of her husband’s pension. They are currently living together because she is not able to move out due to her income, but he is planning to move in the near future. Client is Spanish-speaking and a volunteer interpreter is available upon request through the Volunteer Interpreter Program. Next Hearing(s): No case filed. 

A young woman is in need of an attorney to assist her in obtaining sole legal custody and primary physical custody of her two minor children. The client has faced numerous years full of both physical and verbal abuse from the children’s father.  The client stated that he has always paid for the children’s housing, utilities, and transportation and she believes he should continue paying child support. She is also currently facing eviction from their family home by him. Next Hearing(s): No Current Hearings.

A woman is in need of an attorney to assist her with filing for divorce from her husband of over forty years. They are currently still living together, but have been separated for around ten years. The client has suffered from domestic abuse the entirety of their relationship and she is still enduring his abuse every month that they are married. The client would like to keep the car, continue living in the apartment,  and keep the furniture. She is hoping for spousal support and would like to consult with an attorney regarding this request. This client is Spanish speaking and an interpreter is available upon request. Next Hearing(s): No Case Has Been Filed. 

A woman would like an attorney to assist with a divorce from her husband of 5 years due to verbal and emotional abuse. There are no children or debts to be divided, however, she would like spousal support and a portion of her husband’s pension. They are currently living together because she is not able to move out due to her income, but he is planning to move in the near future. Client is Spanish-speaking and a volunteer interpreter is available upon request through the Volunteer Interpreter Program. Next Hearing(s): No case filed. 

A young woman is in need of an attorney to assist her in obtaining sole legal custody and primary physical custody of her two minor children. The client has faced numerous years full of both physical and verbal abuse from the children’s father.  The client stated that he has always paid for the children’s housing, utilities, and transportation and she believes he should continue paying child support. She is also currently facing eviction from their family home by him. Next Hearing(s): No Current Hearings.

A woman is in need of attorney representation after her husband has filed for divorce. They share two children and he is also requesting sole custody of their 13-year-old that resides with him and joint custody of their 14-year-old. The client would like to keep the house she currently lives in, their van, and split his 401k and money in his savings/checking account. She will continue paying their mortgage, and any credit card debt that is in her name. She requests that he keep any credit card debt in his name and split one of their child’s student loan payment equally. The client is also requesting spousal support. Next Hearing(s): Motion Hearing on 04/04/2023 at 10:00 am.

A woman is in need of an attorney to assist her with filing for divorce from her husband of over forty years. They are currently still living together, but have been separated for around ten years. The client has suffered from domestic abuse the entirety of their relationship and she is still enduring his abuse every month that they are married. The client would like to keep the car, continue living in the apartment,  and keep the furniture. She is hoping for spousal support and would like to consult with an attorney regarding this request. This client is Spanish speaking and an interpreter is available upon request. Next Hearing(s): No Case Has Been Filed. 

Kenneth, an inmate at Northern Nevada Correctional Center, suffered a series of strokes while incarcerated at Nevada Department of Corrections and alleges that he has been denied pain management and adequate follow-up care. He also alleges he smelled alcohol when he approached the doctor inside the facility and the doctor then threatened him. He filed a grievance and claimed retribution for accusations against the doctor for drinking at work. He filed a federal civil rights suit and seeks compensatory damages, punitive damages, and injunctive relief. He would like an attorney to assist him with his case through the Federal Pro Bono Program.

Carlos, an inmate at Lovelock Correctional Center filed a civil rights complaint seeking to obtain declaratory, injunctive and monetary relief to redress the injuries and damages suffered as a direct or proximate result of conduct of DOC employees. Plaintiff claims he was improperly designated a Sureno gang member at High Desert State Prison (HDSP) and denied an STG due process hearing regarding his improper validation. Plaintiff claims he is not affiliated with any gang and has received threats due to his denial of being a member of the Sureno gang. There was testimony at sentencing from a Las Vegas Police Officer that he was not a gang member and a ruling by the sentencing judge that he was not a gang member and thus not subject to the gang enhancement, which he shared with the case worker and institutional investigator, but he claims they did not care. He filed an informal grievance challenging the designation of gang member and denial of a due process hearing and, a week later, was placed in administrative segregation. While he was housed in administrative segregation at HDSP, he was allowed to access the yard for outdoor exercise only in a 10 x 10-foot cage for five-to-seven-hour stretches. The temperatures often exceeded 100 degrees, but the cages didn’t have any shade or water fountains. The cages also lacked urinals and toilets, and prisoners were not provided bathroom breaks. As a result, the cages were “encrusted with human feces and urine.” He was required to eat lunch in the cage. The cages were placed side-by-side, which allowed gang members to verbally harass him. He eventually declined yard time because of these conditions. He also did not have access to tier time, the gym, the library, jobs, or programs. He was permitted to shower once every three days. He was permitted only two phone calls and one hour-long, no-contact visit per week. He was permitted to spend only $50 per week in the canteen and limited to hygiene, writing, and correspondence items. He was not permitted to participate in the food and clothing package programs. He also endured 24-hour lockdowns because gang members kept threatening his life. He is seeking representation through the Federal Pro Bono Program. Next Deadline(s): Second Amended Complaint due 10/10/22.  

Stephen, an inmate at Ely State Prison, alleges the warden at High Desert State Prison authorized the use of a chemical agent to assist in extracting an inmate from a cell close to his own when he was in custody there in July 2020. He alleges the chemical agent seeped into his cell and caused him injuries to his nose and throat, blurred vision, and burnt skin. He lost his eyelashes because of it. He was taken to shower four hours later and given skin ointment by the pill-call nurse, but claims he never received an eye wash, respiratory exam, or any other medical attention for his injuries. As a result, he filed a federal complaint alleging violations of the Eighth Amendment. He is seeking representation through the Federal Pro Bono Program. Next Deadline(s): No deadlines at this time.

Because of a serious motorcycle accident, Toney has a severe head injury that causes seizures. He was on an effective plan of care, including a regular medication, that proved to control seizures 97% of the time. In 2007, he was then diagnosed with a fungal infection in his left wrist that resulted in five surgeries and daily medication. He went into custody in 2016 and is currently at High Desert State Prison. He alleges that, in 2017, the defendants stopped administering the required medication for his seizures despite the medication’s common use in the medical field for seizures and the number of seizures he has had since has increased. He alleges they added fraudulent entries in his medical records to justify stopping the medication. He also alleges that, upon re-entry to the NDOC system in 2019, his left wrist brace, seizure medication, and anti-fungal medication were confiscated despite all being medically necessary. He also states he was cuffed on his left wrist without his brace, causing injury to his wrist. He eventually got a replacement brace after filing a grievance and other requests and he got his seizure medication back only after they witnessed a severe seizure. He got his anti-fungal medication back only after his wrist became re-infected. He filed a 1983 civil rights suit alleging 1st, 8th, and 14th amendment violations. He is in need of an attorney to represent him through the Federal Pro Bono Program. Next Deadline(s): Discovery due by 7/20/2023. Motions due by 9/19/2023. Proposed Joint Pretrial Order due by 10/19/2023. 

An inmate currently incarcerated at High Desert State Prison (HDSP) was allegedly assaulted and stabbed in his single-man cell while he was incarcerated at Ely State Prison in March 2018. He alleges prison gang members due to his unwillingness to associate with a prison gang. In addition, in September 2019, he broke both legs and ankles when he jumped over a high fence in an attempted escape from HDSP. He then underwent surgery and received braces and a wheelchair. After being returned to HDSP following surgery, he was placed on suicide watch. The cell where he was housed had excrement and urine stains and smelled strongly of disinfectant spray. The light was left on in his cell at night not allowing him adequate sleep. He reports he was left on the floor overnight after falling from his bed while attempting to get into his wheelchair. He claims he was denied adequate medical care and pain relief. When he filed medical grievances, he alleges they were ignored or denied because English is his second language and the grievances were not clearly written in English. He is claiming loss of property, placement in segregation without cause, wrongful transfer of from his prison account to allegedly pay fines associated with his attempted escape, lack of medical attention, and lack of accommodations for providing food because they placed his tray of food where he could not access it while in his wheelchair. As a result, he filed a 1983 civil rights law suit and is seeking monetary damages and injunctive relief. He would like representation through the Federal Pro Bono Program. Next Deadline(s): Status Conference 03/14/23 at 9 a.m. 

An inmate of High Desert State Prison filed a federal civil rights law suit because he alleges he was subjected to double jeopardy and was in custody from December 2010 to February 2017 when he should not have been. He states that he was incarcerated for multiple sentences and, on February 26, 2006, he received an institutional parole for his sentence. He then started another sentence on February 27, 2006 for the enhancement to his conviction that yielded the first sentence. He alleges this is a violation of the law and he asked for a hearing with the Nevada Parole Board to address it. His request was denied. On December 30, 2010, he states his sentences were overturned but not reflected in NDOC’s system. He is in need of someone to represent him in his federal civil action through the Federal Pro Bono Program.

An inmate at Ely State Prison is suing multiple Defendants for events that took place while he was incarcerated at Ely State Prison. As of November 2021, he reports he resided in strict solitary isolation. Because of his placement in administrative segregation, he was subject to restrictions on daily activities, jobs, showering time, visitation, phone usage, and commissary options. These conditions caused him to suffer mental anguish, and he attempted suicide on several occasions. He claims he can no longer multitask or hold a conversation for longer than forty-five minutes and he experiences “quick mood displacement,” crying often. During the week of November 20, 2021, client informed prison personnel that he needed yard time. Then, during the week of December 2, 2021, client again asked several times for yard rights. Despite his requests, he did not receive an adequate level of 1-hour exercise yard daily. He submitted kites and grievances about these issues. He reports that he asked to have a hearing on his placement in solitary confinement. He filed a 1983 case alleging a 14th amendment due process claim, 8th amendment conditions-of-confinement claim, and an 8th amendment deliberate indifference to his mental health needs claim. He  is in fear of retribution and believes his life is in imminent danger due to consistent harassment and threats. He is seeking monetary and injunctive relief. He would like representation through the Federal Pro Bono Program. Next Deadline(s): No upcoming deadlines. 

An inmate of Ely State Prison filed a civil rights suit alleging a violation a 14th Amendment Due Process violation because he was allegedly precluded presenting witnesses and/or documentary evidence at a disciplinary hearing. He is in need of an attorney through the Federal Pro Bono Program because the Court found that he has difficulty understanding the difference between re-litigating the underlying disciplinary proceeding and a due process violation, does not understand the legal process, has difficulties articulating his claims pro se, and may not fully understand the parameters of discovery. Next Deadline(s): No upcoming deadlines. 

Plaintiff sues multiple defendants seeking monetary and injunctive relief for events that took place while he was being transferred from Southern Desert Correctional Center to Northern Nevada Correctional Center. Prior to 2021, Plaintiff suffered a series of strokes that left him paralyzed on his right side. Although he subsequently regained minimal function of his right side, he continues to suffer from severe pain in his legs, knees, and ankles, muscle spasms, and dysfunction in his left shoulder, wrists, knees, feet, and ankles. As a result, Plaintiff has limited mobility and he requires a walker to move around. On March 15, 2021, Plaintiff was scheduled to be transported from one facility to another. In order to transport him, correctional officers allegedly placed him in ankle and waist restraints and told him to step up into the van, which was two-and-a-half feet off the ground. Plaintiff, who was using a walker at the time, asked for an ADA van/vehicle but his request was allegedly ignored. Instead, he claims they violently tossed, slammed, and pushed him into the van, causing him to experience pain and injury to his shoulders, wrist, hip, neck, leg, and knees. He experienced pain throughout the 5 hour trip and extending beyond that. As a result, Plaintiff sues multiple defendants seeking monetary and injunctive relief and is in need of an attorney through the Federal Pro Bono Program to assist him with his lawsuit. Next Deadline(s): 120-Day Report due 5/12/2023.

An inmate at Florence McClure Correctional Center alleges that she completed a high school equivalency/GED certificate which should have entitled her to 60 days of credit toward her sentence. She also completed food handling safety classes titled ServSafe for which she alleges she should have been given credit for 30 merit days per state law. Upon learning that her sentence had not been reduced by the appropriate amount, she filed a grievance. Filing a grievance resulted in ‘severe retaliation’ which then escalated to a Notice of Charges. She was subsequently denied parole and believes it was due to the extreme character damage resulting from the retaliation and Notice of Charges. As a result, she filed a civil rights case alleging 1st Amendment retaliation and 14th Amendment due process violations and is seeking an attorney through the Federal Pro Bono Program. Next Deadline(s): Plaintiff has no upcoming deadlines. Defendants’ Answers to Amended Complaint are due 4/1/2023. 

After falling and breaking his hip, a 72 year-old man is currently in the care of a hospital. He is also experiencing kidney failure and is currently on dialysis. His wife is petitioning for guardianship due to his ongoing health concerns and his additional diagnosis of dementia. Their bills have become past due and are continuing to pile up which could have a detrimental impact on both of their lives. This protected person is in need of an attorney to represent him in the guardianship proceedings. Next Hearing(s): No upcoming hearing; Petition denied at Citation Hearing on 01/17/23 because physician certificate not filed. 

The step-dad of an 11-year-old and a 13-year-old is petitioning for guardianship of them because their mother was arrested for domestic battery against one of the children and had not registered them for school. The mother is currently experiencing a mental health crisis and struggling with alcohol addiction. The petitioner is their current caregiver. He registered them for school and ensures they attend doctor’s appointments and other activities. The two minors are in need of someone to represent their legal rights and desires in the guardianship proceedings. Next Hearing(s): Citation Hearing on 3/23/2023 at 9:30 am in Department F.

Client entered the U.S. on 12/07/2022 and is seeking asylum.  She is from Iran and speaks English. She was a PhD student in Iran. She is not a practicing Muslim. She began being persecuted in 2018 for her anti-Muslim beliefs. She has been attacked by the police for not wearing the hijab correctly. She has also been arrested for protesting the mistreatment of women in October of 2022. She was in hiding and her home was searched. They found books against Islam and the current political regime. Since they couldn’t find her, they found her sister and arrested her. The government has threatened to kill her sister if she doesn’t return to Iran. She has evidence of her involvement in protests and a statement regarding harm to her sister if she doesn’t return. There is no court hearing date yet but she is in deportation proceedings. At this time, she needs and attorney to represent her in the immigration proceedings and apply for asylum or whatever immigration pathway the attorney recommends.

The aunt of an 18-year-old boy is in need of assistance filing a guardianship in state court and handling the immigration proceedings. Her nephew hasn’t had contact with his father in over 10 years. He has contact with the mother but she has failed to provide financial support to him and he felt compelled to leave El Salvador because the gangs in the country were threatening him to join them or suffer. The nephew is in removal proceedings but no hearing is scheduled. No guardianship case has been filed in the 8^th Judicial District Court. At this time, the aunt needs an attorney to represent her in the state guardianship proceedings and assist with the immigration proceedings. The client speaks Spanish and an interpreter is available through the Volunteer Interpreter Program upon request.

A woman would like an attorney to assist with a divorce from her husband of 5 years due to verbal and emotional abuse. There are no children or debts to be divided, however, she would like spousal support and a portion of her husband’s pension. They are currently living together because she is not able to move out due to her income, but he is planning to move in the near future. Client is Spanish-speaking and a volunteer interpreter is available upon request through the Volunteer Interpreter Program. Next Hearing(s): No case filed. 

The aunt of an 18-year-old boy is in need of assistance filing a guardianship in state court and handling the immigration proceedings. Her nephew hasn’t had contact with his father in over 10 years. He has contact with the mother but she has failed to provide financial support to him and he felt compelled to leave El Salvador because the gangs in the country were threatening him to join them or suffer. The nephew is in removal proceedings but no hearing is scheduled. No guardianship case has been filed in the 8^th Judicial District Court. At this time, the aunt needs an attorney to represent her in the state guardianship proceedings and assist with the immigration proceedings. The client speaks Spanish and an interpreter is available through the Volunteer Interpreter Program upon request.