The State Bar Center and State Bar of New Mexico Offices Will Be Closed on April 1

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:35:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on April 1 for a staff holiday. Regular business hours will resume on April 2.

The State Bar Center and State Bar of New Mexico Offices Will Be Closed On Jan. 19

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:22:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Regular business hours will resume on January 20.

2026 Swearing-In Ceremony Highlights – See the Photos!

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:07:00 GMT

2026 Swearing-In Ceremony Highlights – See the Photos!What a night! Our 2026 State Bar of New Mexico officers were sworn in at the New Mexico Supreme Court on Dec. 10 on a beautiful winter day in Santa Fe. 2026 President Allison H. Block-Chavez, President-Elect Lucy H. Sinkular, and Secretary-Treasurer Tomas J. Garcia were sworn in by New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice David K. Thomson and were welcomed into their new officer roles by Justice Michael E. Vigil, Justice C. Shannon Bacon and J Read more

The State Bar of New Mexico Announces the Swearing-In Ceremony of 2026 President Allison H. Block-Chavez on Dec. 10 at the New Mexico Supreme Court Santa Fe, N.M., Dec. 5, 2025

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:09:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico Announces the Swearing-In Ceremony of 2026 President Allison H. Block-Chavez on Dec. 10 at the New Mexico Supreme CourtThe State Bar of New Mexico (“the State Bar”) is proud to announce the Swearing-In Ceremony of its next President, Allison H. Block-Chavez, at the New Mexico Supreme Court on Dec. 10 at 4:30 p.m. (MT). Her swearing-in as the next State Bar President marks a significant milestone as the State Bar reaches its 140th anniversary in 2026.“I am excited f Read more

Building Closure - Aug. 1 and Aug. 4

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The State Bar Center will be closed on Aug. 1 and phone support may be limited.⁠ ⁠ The State Bar Center and offices will be fully closed on Aug. 4. Regular business hours will resume on Aug. 5.⁠ ⁠ www.sbnm.org/AnnualMeeting2025 Read more

Research Notification: Confidential Lawyer Well-Being Survey

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 17:40:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico is participating in a new national research project on lawyer mental health and well-being. The project, a collaboration between the American Bar Association Commission on Lawyer Assistance Programs and lawyer behavioral health and well-being specialist Patrick Krill (J.D., LL.M, M.A.), is being led by Krill and his research partner Justin Anker (Ph.D.) from the University of Minnesota Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science Read more

The State Bar of New Mexico’s Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission Sets Record for Total Amount of Grant Funds Awarded at $1.9 Million

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:56:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico’s Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission (“the Commission”) awarded $1,900,000 in grant funds to 14 civil legal service organizations for the 2025-2026 Fund cycle. Another consecutive record-breaking year, this marks an increase of approximately $400,000 over grant funds issued for the 2024-2025 Fund cycle. The mission of the State Bar of New Mexico’s Access to Justice Fund Grant Commission is to be the financial steward of the New Mexico Supreme Court’s Fund fo Read more

Juneteenth - State Bar of New Mexico Offices Closed on June 19

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 21:40:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Regular office hours will resume on June 20. Read more

Memorial Day Holiday Hours - State Bar of New Mexico Offices Closed

Wed, 21 May 2025 21:08:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center building will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume on May 27.

Presidents Day - State Bar of New Mexico Offices Closed on Feb. 17

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 22:14:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents Day. Regular office hours will resume on February 18.

A Statement from State Bar of New Mexico President Aja N. Brooks Regarding the Presidential Action of Jan. 21, 2025 Referencing State and Local Bar Associations

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 23:19:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico has been supporting New Mexico attorneys and assisting the public for over 139 years. The values and mission of the State Bar of New Mexico are guided by the Supreme Court Rule 24-101 NMRA which, among other things, provides, “In order to aid the courts in improving the administration of justice…to promote and support the needs of all members, to be cognizant of the needs of individual and minority members of the profession, including the full and equal participatio Read more

Feb. 11 Legal Resources For the Elderly FREE Virtual Workshop Featured on KRQE News 13

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 19:55:00 GMT

Who caught the Feb. 11 Legal Resources For the Elderly FREE workshop on KRQE News 13 on Feb. 4?! We are grateful for the extra coverage on this great free legal resource for New Mexico residents!About the free workshop:The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) will be hosting a free virtual legal webinar on Feb. 11, starting at 11 a.m. (MT). The webinar, which aims to equip the elderly or their caretakers with the tools and resources they need to plan Read more

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closure Jan. 20

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 23:31:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on January 20 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Regular business hours will resume on January 21.

State Bar of New Mexico Holiday Hours

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:14:00 GMT

State Bar of New Mexico offices and State Bar Center Building Holiday Hours: The State Bar Center and State Bar of New Mexico offices will close at noon (MT) on Dec, 23. The State Bar Center and State Bar of New Mexico offices will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25, 31 and Jan. 1. The State Bar Center will have limited public access hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (MT) on Dec. 26, 27 and 30.Please contact the State Bar of New Mexico at 505-797-6000 with any questions regarding the offices or building h Read more

Free Legal Help Available for Survivors of New Mexico Severe Storm and Flooding

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:07:00 GMT

Free Legal Help Available for Survivors of New Mexico Severe Storm and Flooding 12/11/2024 – A free legal help hotline is now available for survivors of New Mexico Severe Storm and Flooding.The hotline is available to connect survivors to free legal services in qualifying counties who cannot afford an attorney. Survivors can call 855-204-2569. Hotline callers may get help with legal issues like: FEMA and SBA financial benefits Home repair contracts and property insurance claims Re-doing wil Read more

Livestream Recording of the State Bar of New Mexico's 2025 New Officer Swearing-In Ceremony

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 19:49:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico's 2025 New Officer Swearing-In Ceremony took place on Dec. 11, 2024 at the New Mexico Supreme Court. The State Bar of New Mexico's 2025 New Officer Swearing-In Ceremony's livestream recording is now available to view on the State Bar of New Mexico's YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/live/k9FTHBxXauI?si=pYNPVLhTk1wpVuiY. Aja N. Brooks, Esq.'s swearing-in as the State Bar of New Mexico’s 139th President marks a historic moment for the State Bar and the New M Read more

Historic Swearing-In Ceremony of the State Bar of New Mexico’s 2025 President Aja N. Brooks, Esq. on Dec. 11 at the New Mexico Supreme Court

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 22:12:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico (“the State Bar”) is proud to announce the Swearing-In Ceremony of its next President, Aja N. Brooks, Esq., at the New Mexico Supreme Court on Dec. 11 at 4 p.m. Her swearing-in as the State Bar’s 139th President marks a historic moment for the State Bar and the New Mexico legal community, as Brooks will be the first Black President of the State Bar of New Mexico, bringing her background and years of experience in the legal field to a principal role in the State Bar Read more

Thanksgiving Holiday Closure November 28 and 29

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:29:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on November 28 and 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, Dec. 2.

Veterans Day State Bar of New Mexico Office and Building Closure

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:29:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day 2024. Regular business hours will resume on Nov. 12.

State Bar Offices Closed On Oct. 14

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 22:30:00 GMT

State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on October 14 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day Regular business hours will resume on October 15.

New Mexico State Bar Foundation Immediate Past-President Hon. Carl J. Butkus Elected to the National Conference of Bar Foundations’ Board of Directors

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 19:26:00 GMT

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Immediate Past-President, Hon. Carl J. Butkus, was elected to the National Conference of Bar Foundations’ Board of Directors. Hon. Butkus’ position was announced during the National Conference of Bar Foundations’ Annual Meeting from July 25 to 27 in Chicago, Ill.The National Conference of Bar Foundations (NCBF) advances the work of all types of bar foundations by promoting the integral role of bar foundations in promoting law-related philanthropy to the Read more

Holiday Hours: State Bar of New Mexico Offices and State Bar Center Closed on September 2

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 20:48:00 GMT

State Bar of New Mexico and New Mexico State Bar Foundation offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Regular business hours will resume on September 3.

Holiday Hours: State Bar of New Mexico Offices and State Bar Center Closed on July 4 and 5

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 21:42:00 GMT

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.

New Mexico State Bar Foundation Golf Classic 2024 Golf Registration is NOW OPEN!

Thu, 23 May 2024 23:26:00 GMT

New Mexico State Bar Foundation Golf Classic: Golf Registration is NOW OPEN!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. 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 t Read more

State Bar Offices Closed in Observance of Memorial Day on May 27

Tue, 21 May 2024 22:34:00 GMT

State Bar of New Mexico offices and the State Bar Center will be closed on May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume on May 28.

Get Your Legal Questions Answered During The Ask-A-Lawyer Call-In Program On May 4

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:20:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico is Hosting the Ask-a-Lawyer Call-In Program on May 4 The Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of New Mexico will be hosting its annual Ask-a-Lawyer Call-In Program on Saturday, May 4 telephonically from 9 a.m. to noon. On the day of the program, New Mexican residents can get their legal questions answered for free or receive a referral by calling 1-800-876-6227 and speaking with an attorney or State Bar representative. Topics may include employment law, divorce, ch Read more

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Modest Means Helpline Expands Hours for Increased Access to Legal Services for New Mexicans

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:04:00 GMT

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Modest Means Helpline is proud to announce that it has officially expanded the hours callers can access the helpline to Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (MT. This will give New Mexican residents of modest means more access to the free services of the Modest Means Helpline. The Modest Means Helpline, launched in October 2022, provides brief legal advice in many civil areas of law to New Mexico residents with incomes below 500% of the federal pover Read more

The State Bar of New Mexico Welcomes Erinna M. “Erin” Atkins as President for 2024

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 20:11:00 GMT

On Dec. 6, 2023, the Supreme Court of New Mexico officiated the swearing-in of Erinna M. “Erin” Atkins as President of the State Bar of New Mexico for 2024. In addition to President-Elect Atkins’ swearing-in, Aja N. Brooks was sworn in as the President-Elect and Allison H. Block-Chavez as the Secretary-Treasurer. The swearing-in took place at La Fonda in Santa Fe, N.M., where many from New Mexico’s legal community gathered alongside the Justices of the New Mexico Supreme Court to celebrate Read more

Call for Cover Art: Make Your Artwork Seen By Thousands of Attorneys and Legal Professionals!

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:45:00 GMT

The State Bar of New Mexico’s official publication, the Bar Bulletin, published bimonthly, is calling for artwork on 2022 and 2023 covers. Each issue, the Bar Bulletin features artwork from an artist. At this time, we are soliciting for artists and galleries to submit artwork to be displayed on covers of the Bar Bulletin. Each artist is credited on the cover and their short biography will be printed inside the issue. Featured artists will receive a copy of the issue which exhibits their work an Read more

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