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.
Trial & Evidentiary Hearing Skills
Get training on direct and cross-examination, impeachment, refreshing recollection, and admission of exhibits (5 General CLE Credits)
- Date & Time: Tuesday, April 28, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. PT
- Location: Lloyd D. George U.S. Courthouse
Bill Elward will go over the fundamental skills required for evidentiary hearings and trial. Topics will include direct and cross-examination, impeachment, refreshing recollection, and laying the proper foundation for the admission of exhibits. This hands-on training will allow participants to practice these techniques and leave with the confidence and ability to use them effectively in court. Attorneys must accept one new federal pro bono matter to attend.
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.
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.
