January Nevada Lawyer

In recent years, Nevada has become a leading jurisdiction for trusts. The  January issue of Nevada Lawyer focuses on trusts and estates, with articles that will interest both those who focus on trust and estate fulltime, and those who don't specialize in the practice area.

Articles in this month's issue discuss Nevada's self-settled asset protection trusts, marital deduction planning, utilizing Nevada's decanting laws, ways in which former Californians can establish Nevada residency and the dangers of do-it-yourself estate planning. In addition, the January issue includes a feature article on the formation of Nevada's long-sought Court of Appeals.

Readers can find all of this content, without even leaving their office chairs, on the state bar of Nevada's website, where readers will also find a comprehensive archive of past issues.

LRIS Grant Money Available

The State Bar of Nevada is accepting applications for the LRIS Public Service Grant Program. Grants will be awarded to assist Nevada organizations in funding law-related public service and/or educational activities. Awards are made annually on a "funds-available" basis.

For an application form or more information, please visit the state bar's website, or send an e-mail to loriw@nvbar.org. Applications must be postmarked by February 1, 2015.

All applications are subject to review and final approval by the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Nevada.

CLE: What the Ninth Circuit Marriage Equality Decision Means for Nevada

The LGBT Section presents a timely seminar on the struggles facing same-sex couples and the lack of marriage equality in the United States. This CLE, sponsored by the Family Law Section, Wells Fargo and Nevada Legal Services, will take place on Friday, January 23 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Presenter Kim Surratt will discuss the great strides made by Nevada in the areas of marriage equality and parentage equality, parentage through Assisted Reproductive Technology and practice tips. Lunch is included with registration. Attendees are also invited to stay and participate in a lobby training seminar conducted by the LGBT Section from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.   

For more information or to register, visit the state bar's website. 

Solo and Small Practice Section Mixer

The Solo and Small Practice Section is sponsoring a mixer for northern Nevada members on Thursday, January 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Craft, 22 Martin St., in Reno.

The mixer will feature light refreshments and a no-host bar, featuring Craft's wide selection of artisanal beers, wines and spirits. This is a great opportunity to spend some time away from the office while meeting section members. All State Bar of Nevada members and guests are welcome.

Those planning to attend should RSVP to joe@ejgormanlaw.com.

Bankruptcy Moot Court Judges Needed

The William S. Boyd School of Law will once again host the Honorable Lloyd George Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition. This regional competition prepares teams for the annual Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition, sponsored by the American Bankruptcy Institute and St. John's University School of Law.

Regional competition organizers are currently looking for volunteer judges. The rounds are scheduled to take place on February 21, at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Those interested in participating should send an email to Christine Smith at Christine.smith@unlv.edu.