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.
Top 5 Tips from New Chief Judge Jones + Meet & Greet
learn from and meet the new Chief Judge of Nevada's Eighth Judicial District Court (1 General CLE Credit)
- Date & Time: Thursday, May 21, 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. PT
- Location: State Bar of Nevada
In this CLE course with the Las Vegas Chapter of the National Bar Association, new Chief Judge Tierra Jones will present her top five tips for attorneys. The CLE will be followed by a meet and greet with hors d'oeuvres and drinks.
Pro Bono, Supervised Practice & the Talent Pipeline
Explore how to strengthen recruiting, enhance training, and advance access to justice (1 General CLE Credit)
- Date & Time: Tuesday, May 26, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. PT
- Location: State Bar of Nevada & Online
Today's law students are seeking meaningful, hands-on experience—and firms that deliver it are setting themselves apart. Hear from Nevada Supreme Court Justice Patricia Lee, Brownstein Partner Emily Ellis, and Director of Supervised Practice at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Jim Berchtold as they discuss practical strategies to elevate your summer program and engage the next generation of attorneys.
Introduction to Representing Children in Abuse & Neglect Cases
Learn how to effectively represent abused and neglected foster care children (2 General CLE Credits)
- Date & Time: Wednesday, June 24, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. PT
- Location: 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 (2 General CLE Credits)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 20, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. PT
- Location: 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.
