Join the fourth annual ¡Andale! 5K Run/Walk to support Latino students seeking legal careers. This fun, end-of-summer event brings the community together while raising money to support Latino college students and graduates pursue their professional dreams. The Nevada Latino Bar Association hosts the yearly fundraiser to … [Read more...] about Annual Race to Support Las Vegas-Area Latinos Pursuing Legal Careers
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Attorney Ayesha Mehdi Addresses Challenges Faced by Women in Health Care During Leadership Summit Keynote
Spencer Fane Partner Attorney Ayesha Mehdi, J.D., MHSA, drew on her own experiences as a Pakistani immigrant to the United States for her keynote address at the fourth annual Southern Nevada Women’s Leadership Summit on March 25, 2022, as she addressed the unique challenges faced by women leaders in health care. Held at University Medical Center’s Emerald Room, the event was … [Read more...] about Attorney Ayesha Mehdi Addresses Challenges Faced by Women in Health Care During Leadership Summit Keynote
Pro Bono Attorneys Serve as a Lifeline to More Than 4,700 Low-income Individuals and Families During the Pandemic
More than one dozen outstanding attorneys and law firms in Southern Nevada were recognized for their commitment to pro bono service, including COVID-19-related work, during the 2021 Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Pro Bono Awards ceremony. Last year, hundreds of volunteer attorneys served more than 4,700 clients through Legal Aid Center’s Pro Bono Project. “During the … [Read more...] about Pro Bono Attorneys Serve as a Lifeline to More Than 4,700 Low-income Individuals and Families During the Pandemic
Nevada Latino Bar Association to Host 2021 Inspira Awards October 27
US District Court Judge Gloria M. Navarro among those to be honored The Nevada Latino Bar Association plans to present its 2021 Inspira Awards at 5:30 p.m. on October 27, 2021, at The Doyle in Las Vegas. Formerly known as the Las Vegas Latino Bar Association, the group expanded in 2021 to include Latino attorneys and judges from across the state and was renamed the … [Read more...] about Nevada Latino Bar Association to Host 2021 Inspira Awards October 27
American Bar Association Appoints Las Vegas Attorney Ayesha Mehdi to Leadership Roles for Healthcare Fraud and Compliance Group, Diversity and Inclusion
Spencer Fane Partner Attorney Ayesha Mehdi, JD, MHSA, has been appointed by the American Bar Association (ABA) to chair its Health Law Section’s Fraud and Compliance interest group and vice chair Diversity and Inclusion. In these leadership roles, Mehdi will drive efforts to enhance diversity, promote justice and create growth opportunities for ABA members. Mehdi previously … [Read more...] about American Bar Association Appoints Las Vegas Attorney Ayesha Mehdi to Leadership Roles for Healthcare Fraud and Compliance Group, Diversity and Inclusion
¡Andale! 5k to Support Scholarships for Latinos Seeking to Enter Legal Field
Nevada Latino Bar Association-sponsored race raises funds for LSAT prep and related test fees The Nevada Latino Bar Association (LBA) is set to host its third annual ¡Andale! 5K during National Hispanic Heritage Month, at 8 a.m. on September 18, 2021, at the Kellogg Zaher Sports Complex park, 7901 W. Washington Ave. The LBA-founded fundraising event seeks to address the … [Read more...] about ¡Andale! 5k to Support Scholarships for Latinos Seeking to Enter Legal Field
Routes of Empowerment Discussion to Spotlight Women across Multiple Industries
Spencer Fane Partner Ayesha Mehdi among panelists set for March 25 virtual event The UNLV Minority Serving-Institution Student Council plans to host Routes of Empowerment, a Zoom discussion featuring prominent women in multiple industries, from 4-6 p.m. March 25. Panelists, including Las Vegas attorney and Spencer Fane Partner Ayesha Mehdi, will explore the … [Read more...] about Routes of Empowerment Discussion to Spotlight Women across Multiple Industries
Diversity in Practice Panel to Explore Middle Eastern/South Asian Representation in Law
Spencer Fane Partner Ayesha Mehdi among panelists set for March 2 virtual discussion The UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law’s Middle Eastern Law Students Association plans to present a Diversity in Practice Panel Zoom discussion focused on Middle Eastern and South Asian representation in the legal profession at 6:30 p.m. on March 2. Panelists set to participate … [Read more...] about Diversity in Practice Panel to Explore Middle Eastern/South Asian Representation in Law