Legal Aid Center in the News
Renters' Complaints Soar as NV Landlords React to New Law
September 3, 2019
Public News Service
Suzanne Potter
Complaints by Nevada tenants to legal-aid organizations have shot up this summer, as landlords began raising fees after a new law, Senate Bill 151, went into effect. Now, Attorney General Aaron Ford is letting renters know that landlords cannot unilaterally raise fees.
Congratulations on Passing the Bar!
The State Bar of Nevada released results from the July 2019 Bar Exam. We want to congratulate everyone on this list, including 16 individuals who are former clerks, externs and volunteers at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada. We are proud of you! Click here for the complete list.
Legal Aid Center receives Outstanding Children’s Law Office Award
We are honored to receive this inaugural award from the National Association of Counsel for Children for the amazing work and accomplishments achieved through our Children’s Attorneys Project (CAP). To learn more about CAP and this award, click here.
Clark County officials in El Paso to aid with shooting aftermath
August 6, 2019
Las Vegas Review-Journal
Katelyn Newberg
Clark County officials, including Coroner John Fudenberg, are in El Paso, Texas, this week to assist with the aftermath of Saturday’s mass shooting.
Vegas Strong Resiliency Center increasing resources in wake of mass shootings
August 5, 2019
3 News Las Vegas
As the country deals with the aftermath of three recent mass shooting tragedies, a likely reminder for survivors of 1 October, the Vegas Strong Resiliency Center (VSRC) is increasing its office hours and partnering with agencies to offer support groups including virtual, daytime and evening.
Three mass shootings in one week spur Vegas groups to increase survivor resources
August 5, 2019
Las Vegas Sun
Miranda Wilson
In light of the three mass shootings in the last week, Las Vegas-area agencies are offering additional resources to those still feeling the effects of the Oct. 1 mass shooting on the Strip nearly two years ago.
INTERVIEW: Coping with tragedy after mass shootings
August 5, 2019
8 News Now
John Langeler
It’s not easy hearing about tragedies like mass shootings. It’s even more tough for shooting survivors to see it happen again.
Vegas Strong Resiliency Center wants 1 October survivors have the resources following weekend mass shootings
August 5, 2019
Fox 5 KVVU-TV
Tiana Bohner
1 October survivors were at the Healing Garden on Sunday seeking peace after two mass shootings in Texas and Ohio.
Calming triggers, options for coping and healing in Las Vegas after mass shootings
August 5, 2019
KTNV 13 Las Vegas
Cinthia Maldonado
In a matter of days, several communities across the county have been targeted and many lives have been lost in mass shootings.
New Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Community Justice Fellowship
Legal Aid Center and Paul Padda Law announce the creation of a year-long fellowship designed for law school graduates and new attorneys. The fellow will gain valuable legal training and practical experience working at Legal Aid Center while earning a staff attorney level salary with benefits. For more information click here.
10th Annual Community Law Day
The William S. Boyd School of Law invites you to attend a free community legal service event on August 24, 2019 from 9am-2pm at the East Las Vegas Community Center. Students, attorneys and volunteers will be on hand to assist with a variety of immigration services. Registration is required. Click here for more information.
Nevada company cancels plan to reduce renters’ grace period
August 2, 2019
Las Vegas Review-Journal
Michael Scott Davidson
One of Southern Nevada’s largest property management companies has canceled a plan to shorten its renters’ three-day grace period for payment.
Group Improves Legal Help for Survivors of Domestic Violence
May 24, 2019
Public News Service
Suzanne Potter
The path to normalcy for domestic-violence survivors is long and emotional – so the Family Law Self-Help Center at the Las Vegas family courthouse has found a way to speed things up.
Four Innovative Clark County Programs Recognized by National Association of Counties
July 8, 2019
Clark County Press
Four innovative Clark County programs are receiving recognition from the National Association of Counties (NACo) this summer at its annual conference: The Harbor Juvenile Assessment Center, Pathway from Poverty, Safe@Home and the Vegas Strong Resiliency Center.
Welcome Summer Law Clerks!
We offer a great law clerk program where law students gain valuable experience working closely with attorneys and gaining hands-on experience. (L-R) Traysen Turner, Javier Corral, Paige Silva, Mia Mallette, Gillian Block, Nina Terzian & Alfa Alemayehu.
