Upcoming CLEs
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs are generally available at no cost to Nevada-licensed or emeritus-certified attorneys who take a pro bono case or volunteer for two Ask-A-Lawyer programs. You can find details and registration for upcoming CLEs below or click here to request access to our library of on-demand CLEs.
View from the Bench - Best Practices for Rules of Evidence
Dive into trial preparation, motions in limine, evidence, and objections
- Date & Time: Thursday, May 8, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. PT
- Location: Family Courts and Services Center
Judge Sunny Bailey of the Nevada 8th Judicial District Court will share insights from the bench and provide practical tips when preparing for trial. The CLE will cover trial preparation, motions in limine, admitting evidence, and dealing with objections.
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status 101
Get a comprehensive training on special immigrant juvenile status
- Date & Time: Thursday, May 22, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. PT
- Location: Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
This CLE course will provide training on how to handle a Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) pro bono case, including an overview of the SIJS process for Nevada applicants and the steps to take after an individual is granted SIJS.
Introduction to Representing Children in Abuse & Neglect Cases
Learn how to effectively represent abused and neglected foster care children
- Date & Time: Monday, June 16, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. PT
- Location: Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada & Online via GoTo Meeting
In Nevada, children are parties to an abuse/neglect case brought by a child welfare agency; under Nevada law, those children have a right to representation by an attorney. This class is an introduction to effectively representing children in foster care. Attendees learn how to establish an attorney/client relationship with clients of all ages. The class also provides an overview of the child welfare system and the life of an abuse/neglect case. Lastly, the class touches upon common issues, including sibling connections, mental health, and delayed permanency.
Basics of Military Parole in Place & Adjustment of Status
Get guidance on the process for families of active and veteran service members
- Date & Time: Wednesday, July 23, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. PT
- Location: Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
The training will cover how to determine eligibility, how to request an individual’s immigration history, and the requirements to process with USCIS. There will also be training on how to proceed after the Parole in Place has been granted.
Introduction to Representing Children in Abuse & Neglect Cases
Learn how to effectively represent abused and neglected foster care children
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 21, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. PT
- Location: Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada & Online via GoTo Meeting
In Nevada, children are parties to an abuse/neglect case brought by a child welfare agency; under Nevada law, those children have a right to representation by an attorney. This class is an introduction to effectively representing children in foster care. Attendees learn how to establish an attorney/client relationship with clients of all ages. The class also provides an overview of the child welfare system and the life of an abuse/neglect case. Lastly, the class touches upon common issues, including sibling connections, mental health, and delayed permanency.
Introduction to Representing Children in Abuse & Neglect Cases
Learn how to effectively represent abused and neglected foster care children
- Date & Time: Wednesday, October 15, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. PT
- Location: Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada & Online via GoTo Meeting
In Nevada, children are parties to an abuse/neglect case brought by a child welfare agency; under Nevada law, those children have a right to representation by an attorney. This class is an introduction to effectively representing children in foster care. Attendees learn how to establish an attorney/client relationship with clients of all ages. The class also provides an overview of the child welfare system and the life of an abuse/neglect case. Lastly, the class touches upon common issues, including sibling connections, mental health, and delayed permanency.
