State Bar of New Mexico

New Episode: Meditate to Elevate: The Why, How, and What to Transform! 🎧 Listen for FREE at www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast. We're diving into the world of meditation, a practice that has been gaining significant attention for its ability to enhance well-being and reduce stress. Our guest is Pam Moore, a Licensed Professional Clincial Counselor and the Director of the Professional Programs Group at the State Bar of New Mexico. Pam will be discussing the definitions of Meditation, how it works, and why it's become mandatory practice for so many people, especially within the legal profession. Whether you’re new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is packed with valuable information that you won’t want to miss. #LWBA #LWBApodcast #legalpodcast #legalwellbeing #legalwellbeingpodcast #attorneywellbeing #lawyerwellbeing #judgewellbeing #paralegalwellbeing #nmlawyer #nmattorney #wellbeingpodcast #freepodcast

📣 We are thrilled to announce the State Bar of New Mexico's 2024 Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker: Camille M. Vasquez, Esq.! Get ready to Be Inspired! Registration is NOW OPEN for both the in-person or virtual attendee options at https://lnkd.in/daiqSXZN. In-person seating is filling up quickly, make sure to register today! About this year's keynote speaker: Camille M. Vasquez, Esq., is a partner in the Business Trial Practice Group at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, has over 10 years of experience as a trial lawyer in high-stakes disputes, as well as an impressive background in commercial litigation, entertainment law and defamation. Vasquez quickly became one of the nation’s most recognized attorneys in 2022, when she held a key role in the Depp v. Heard defamation case. Since then, Vasquez has joined NBC News as a legal analyst and has become an inspirational figure for aspiring attorneys. Camille M. Vasquez, Esq. is a San Francisco born and first-generation American of Hispanic heritage. Before Vasquez became an attorney and litigator, she graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California, where she studied communications and political science. Vasquez received her Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School in 2010. Learn more about this year's Annual Meeting at https://lnkd.in/daiqSXZN. We are planning a full day of inspirational speakers, networking opportunities, and you will earn all 12 CLE credits for the year for only $199! We hope to see you there! #SBNM24AM

Join us for the New Mexico State Bar Foundation Golf Classic on Sept. 30 at the Tanoan Country Club! ⛳ 🏌️ Register individually or as a team to play at: https://lnkd.in/gXsRWja8. Enjoy a great day of golf and networking with your colleagues for a good cause! All proceeds of the Golf Classic golf tournament benefit the New Mexico State Bar Foundation. You don't have to be a member of the State Bar of New Mexico to play! Everyone is welcome! The New Mexico State Bar Foundation advances the legal community’s commitment to serve the legal profession and people of New Mexico. Through member donations, fundraising and programs, the Foundation provides and promotes access to legal services to underserved New Mexicans. The Foundation also supports public service, education, and diversity, as well as organizations consistent with this mission. Learn more about the New Mexico State Bar Foundation at https://lnkd.in/gN_F967J. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! Get noticed by the New Mexico legal community and support the New Mexico State Bar Foundation by sponsoring the Golf Classic! Please contact Marcia Ulibarri 505-797-6058 or marketing@sbnm.org for more information.

Get ready to "Be Inspired"! Join us for the State Bar of New Mexico's 2024 Annual Meeting, featuring keynote speaker Camille Vasquez, Esq., on Oct. 25 in-person at the State Bar Center in Albuquerque or attend virtually from the comfort of your home or office and earn all 12 of your CLE credits for the year for only $199! REGISTER NOW AT: https://lnkd.in/daiqSXZN Act fast, in-person seating is limited! #SBNM24AM

Join the State Bar of New Mexico's Children's Law Section for a fun social on Aug. 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (MT) at Hollow Spirits Distillery in Albuquerque! Join your fellow Children's Law practitioners for a happy hour mixer. You don't have to be a member of the Children's Law Section to attend! Please RSVP by emailing elizabethhesslaw@gmail.com. Please share this great event with your colleagues!

New Legal Well-Being in Action episode: Small Steps, Big Relief: Make A Call About Stress 🎧 Listen now for FREE at: www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast. Join us for a new episode as two seasoned attorneys, Briggs Cheney, Esq. and Brian Nichols, Esq., delve into the pervasive issue of stress in the legal profession, sharing insights and strategies for effective management. They emphasize the importance of making small, deliberate pivots in daily routines to alleviate stress. Managing stress is not just about personal well-being, but is crucial for sustaining a high level of professional performance. Chronic stress can lead to burnout, diminished productivity, and even ethical lapses, which are particularly detrimental in the high-stakes legal environment. #LWBApodcast #legalwellbeinginaction #legalpodcast #nmlawyer #nmattorney #nmjudge #nmparalegal #nmlegalassistant #stress #wellbeing #wellbeingpodcast #freepodcast #podcastforlawyers #podcastforattorneys

Do you have questions about debt or bankruptcy? The New Mexico State Bar Foundation will be holding a free Consumer Debt/Bankruptcy Workshop for New Mexico residents from 6 to 8 p.m. (MT) on July 24 via Zoom. The workshop, aiming to assist those in need of legal services pertaining to consumer debt and bankruptcy, will consist of a group presentation on bankruptcy, followed by a free one-on-one consultation. To be paired with an attorney in advance, attendees may call 505-797-6094 and leave their name, phone number and email address to register for the workshop in advance. The consulting attorney will contact registered participants regarding their free one-on-one consultation either the day of or the day after the presentation.

State Bar of New Mexico and New Mexico State Bar Foundation offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on July 4 & 5 in observance of Independence Day. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, July 8.

Who inspires you? Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 State Bar of New Mexico Annual Awards to recognize those who have distinguished themselves or who have made exemplary contributions to the State Bar or legal profession in the past year. The awards will be presented at the State Bar of New Mexico's 2024 Annual Meeting on Oct. 25 at the State Bar Center in Albuquerque, N.M. The deadline for nominations is July 8 at 5 p.m. (MT), please submit your nominations soon. View more information about the Annual Awards and submit your nominations at www.sbnm.org/AnnualAwards.

New Legal Well-Being in Action Podcast Episode: Digital Detox 🎧 Listen now for FREE at www.sbnm.org/LWBApodcast. During this episode, our host Bill Slease speaks briefly on statistics of daily technology use and discusses strategies for intentional tech use and the importance of creating healthy boundaries with our guest, Prosecutor Caitlin L. Dillon. Offering practical tips for reducing screen time, such as setting specific times for device-free activities and using apps that monitor and limit usage, Bill and Caitlin talk realistic changes a legal professional can make with technology in their work and personal life. By fostering a more mindful relationship with technology, listeners can consider what works for them and their lifestyle. We hope that this episode inspires you to do a Digital Detox this summer! We want to hear from you! Let us know how it went for you in the comments below!