Being a mom is the best thing I have ever done. The District Court is on the second floor right above the Police Department. .race_header.republican { .widget-row.heading { .widget-row.Libertarian { As your judge, I’ll bring these ethics to our family court. .non_result_row { } background-color: #6db24f; vertical-align: middle; defer(); To view Almase's endorsements in the 2020 election, please click here. Energy | letter-spacing: .04em; color: white; Thomas F. Donelon Courthouse Gretna, LA 70053 Suite 3200 Jacob Reynolds, District Court Department 21. He’s also served as the Presiding Judge for the Family Division. font-weight: 100; color: black; She previously worked in the juvenile division of Clark County District Attorney’s Office and has been in private practice, where she “focused exclusively on Family Law.” Until April, she presided over Clark County’s civil Domestic Violence Court. border-bottom: 1px solid grey; font-weight: bold; .inner_percentage.Libertarian { word-wrap: break-word; in Economics in 1988. What is your primary concern about today's legal system in your state? } margin-bottom: -2px !important; Healthcare | } Do you believe that Bar Association ratings are an accurate reflection of a judge’s ability? Honorable Adam J. Eggleston, Judge Kelsey Hillard, Court Administrator Shannan M. Kane, Attorney Magistrate Zoom Information: Judge Eggleston Zoom/Meeting ID#: 722 946 0898 Magistrate Kane Zoom/Meeting ID#: 690 147 2398 . Ballot access for candidates | margin-bottom: 1px; font-size: 1.2em; clear: both; Each administrative district court district has a } I am especially passionate about mental health and addiction issues particularly as those issues impact families in Nevada. letter-spacing: .03em; Judges … .votebox-covid-disclaimer { } State legislature | font-size: 12px; } .votebox-results-cell--check { background-color: #003388; He received his J.D. font-weight: bold; color: #6db24f; She served as a Category I peace officer with the State of Nevada from 1995 to 1998, as an intern with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and as an assistant to the National Academy in 1993. } Public pensions | Holding public office is a full time job, not to be taken lightly and not as a vacation. .votebox-scroll-container { Do you believe that it's beneficial for a judge to have previous experience in government or politics? 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Cases are set on the first date available. margin-bottom: .75em; margin: auto; The primary election was canceled. text-align: left !important; div.oneoff-scrollbox.short { height:250px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } border-radius: 50%; display: inline-block; A close second has been obtaining my degrees after dropping out of high school. margin-right: 12px; position: relative; .race_footer { border: 1px solid #999; background-color: grey; Please, Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division, Municipal elections in Clark County, Nevada (2020), https://ballotpedia.org/wiki/index.php?title=Heidi_Almase&oldid=8114867, Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division candidate, 2020, Tracking election disputes, lawsuits, and recounts, Ballotpedia's Daily Presidential News Briefing, Submit a photo, survey, video, conversation, or bio. I have called Las Vegas home for over 30 years. I have been serving this community for nearly 25 years, first as a state police officer, later as a prosecutor and judge. max-width: 600px; .key-messages li:last-child { margin-bottom: 0px;} .race_header { width: 57%; } } Experience is the buzzword in the race for the newly created Family Court Department X seat, where attorneys Heidi Almase and Jim Davis are competing. .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h3.votebox-header-office-name { Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Family | Home. Municipal Courts, Budget and finances | margin: 0; }, See also: Municipal elections in Clark County, Nevada (2020). } .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { width: 100%; The Court of Civil Judge, Senior Division was established at Malegaon w.e.f. width: 100%; Court of Appeals | Phone: (219) 852-6500 Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm Hammond Counties: Lake and Porter Counties Time Zone Info: The Hammond Division is on Central Time, the same as Chicago, IL. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it. font-weight: 300; I am a father of seven children, four of which I adopted. } Ballotpedia features 319,258 encyclopedic articles written and curated by our professional staff of editors, writers, and researchers. text-align: center; display: block; width: 50px; .widget-row.Independent, .widget-row.Nonpartisan, .widget-row.Constitution { padding-top: 3px; Three candidates are seeking to be one of two family court judges in the 15th Judicial District, replacing Judge Charles G. Fitzgerald. Colors by the Black Pumas (live in Austin). I was born in Maryland. | The Family Division of the Circuit Court for Baltimore City is one of the busiest courts in Maryland. Congressional delegation | Judge Charles “Chuck” Hoskin was born and raised in Las Vegas. color: white; Almase's career experience includes working as an attorney. font-size: .9em; I also have seven grandchildren. .race_header.green { I believe my work ethic and temperament set me apart. I believe judges should follow the law with efficiency but also listen with compassion. Her language is lyrical and a feast. } Taxes. color:white; Las Vegas, Nevada 89101 Email: hoskinc@clarkcountycourts.us. font-size: 12px; p.survey-question {font-weight:bold;} Dedree “Dee” Butler began her legal career practicing family law and insurance defense. Ballot measure laws | } .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h5.votebox-header-election-type { top: -5px; How old were you at the time? What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? font-size: .9em; District courts are divided into 41 districts across the state and sit in the county seat of each county. The Sessions Court was established at Malegaon from 29th October 1988, in the said building of Civil Judge, Junior Division, Principal court presided over by an Additional District & Additional Sessions Judge to cover the areas comprising the Revenue Talukas of Malegaon, Nandgaon & Satana. font-weight: bold; Toni Morrison's Beloved (any thing by Toni Morrison). } color: white; She assumed office on January 4, 2021. .widget-row.value-only.white { Proudly designed by OsambelaAndAssociates.com, 318 S. Maryland Parkway .widget-row { I have struggled to be both a professional and working parent. vertical-align: top; Redistricting, List of Nevada ballot measures | function indicateScroll (){ Both are critical in family matters. font-weight: bold; display: inline; display: block; .percentage_number { } } max-height: 580px; if(document.getElementsByClassName("reference").length==0) if(document.getElementById('Footnotes')!==null) document.getElementById('Footnotes').parentNode.style.display = 'none'; .courts-container { background-color:#fcfcfc; width:100%; border:1px solid black;padding:5px;text-align:center;clear:both; } What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? The District Court is supervised by a judge elected to a six-year … font-size: 16px; Clemens, Michigan, USA, has jurisdiction in all civil cases involving more than $25,000.00; domestic relations cases; cases seeking equitable relief, felony criminal cases and some serious misdemeanors. background-color: grey; if (window.jQuery) { padding-left: 16px; }. jQuery( ".votebox" ).each(function( index ) { What is something that has been a struggle in your life? width: 100% !important; “Our clients can’t afford to hire an attorney. Yes. School districts in Nevada | .votebox_bp_logo { .electionsectionheading { If so, which court appeals to you? padding-bottom: 8px; Supreme Court | As an attorney and former judge, I endeavor to have a meaningful impact on families and, in particular children. Public education | } margin-bottom:0px; } width: 50%; Therefore, it is generally impossible to move a court date forward. color: white; What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? To that end, I intend to bring compassion to the bench. } width: 43%; background-color: red; background: #4c4c4c; Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Her career in Family Court began as a law clerk for then-Family Court Judge Gerald Hardcastle. DISTRICT COURT JUDGE FAMILY DIVISION DEPARTMENT A. District Courts. You will then take a Right of the of the exit ramp onto Route 11 and 103 the sign says “Newport 24 miles”. } Heidi Almase completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division Department X, The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 1992, The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 1996, University of Nevada William S. Boyd School of Law, 2001, .infobox { Export The Macomb County 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Mt. .inner_percentage, .inner_percentage.Nonpartisan, .inner_percentage.Independent, .inner_percentage.Constitution, .inner_percentage.unknown { | Please note that the Environment Court is not a division of the District Court, but all Environment Court Judges are considered District Court Judges. For someone who reads for a living, it is a treat to slow down and savor her language and story. font-size: 12px; ​I am running for Judge in Nevada's Eighth Judicial District Court, Family Division, Department G. I’ve had 30 years of experience in the practice of law, as a litigator, volunteer, mediator, juror, arbitrator and litigant. Why are you running for this particular court seat? I believe everyone should get to know their local judges. .widget-row.Democratic { What's on my ballot? background-color: #db0000; font-size: 2em; } p.survey-response {margin-left:10px;}

} Rhonda Forsberg is a judge for Department G of the Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division. left: 0px; Voting in Nevada | .widget-row.Green { Public servants serve the will of the people. } With my prior experience, I bring strong docket management and appellate experience to the table. I have practiced civil, criminal and family law and not one day goes by where I don't use my experience in all three areas in Family Court where I have worked for the past three years. What do you consider the greatest opportunity for the legal system in your state? Have you ever been rated by a Bar Association? .inner_percentage.Republican { .votebox_legend .non_result_row { Family court judges have a significant impact on your most personal relationships and decisions. He has an error rating of 47.73 percent on 110 appeals. If exigent circumstances exist however, you can file a Motion asking for an earlier date with the Clerk’s office in room 109 of Courthouse East, 111 N. Calvert Street. Battle Born -- An experienced litigator and Hearing Master. Civil/Small Claims Division (989) 831-7452 Probation Department (989) 831-7434 Fax (989) 831-7453. Circuit Clerk: Robin Reichert Deputy Clerk: Cynthia Silva Phone: 1-855-212-1234 for calls from US or Canada (Calls from outside US or Canada call 603-415-0162) Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. } padding-left: 0; What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper .image-candidate-thumbnail { A total of 20 judges preside over family and juvenile cases. JusticeCourts | }; padding-top: 8px; Heidi Almase is a judge-elect for Department X of the Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division. padding-bottom: 7px; While every District Court Judge can preside over minor criminal matters, many judges specialise in particular aspects of the District Court system: jury trials, family, youth, civil or ACC appeals. font-weight: bold; Las Vegas, NV 89101. color: black; } [1], .votebox { background-color: green; Do you believe that empathy is an important quality for a judge? background-color: #f9d334; position: absolute; They may also preside in certain other cities and towns specifically authorized by the General Assembly. top: 2px; display: table; Heidi Almase and Jim Davis advanced from the primary for Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division Department X. function defer() { overflow-y: auto; Las Vegas 408 East Clark Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 486-9300 .inner_percentage.Green { letter-spacing: 0.03em; Last, as the child of a single parent and a single parent myself, I have personally experienced navigating the family court system. } background-color: grey; font-size: 0.9em; Click here to contact our editorial staff, and click here to report an error. font-style: italic; .votebox { color: #888; padding-left: 10px; } Click here to read the survey answers. margin-bottom: 4px; Heidi Almase is a judge-elect for Department X of the Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division. Almase ran for election for the Department X judge of the Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division. There were no incumbents in this race. Environment | If so, what was the rating? Judge Scotti presently serves as District Court Judge for Department 2 in Clark County, a position he has held since… Read more. Immigration | background-color: #003388; What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Presiding Judge Charles J. Hoskin Eighth Judicial District Court. I have the legal and emotional experience, that qualify me to be your judge. .inner_percentage { } else { } } font-size: 20px; margin-top: 16px; Judge … She was the first female justice of the Nevada Supreme Court. padding:7px 8px 8px; This impact can last for your entire life. I can relate to the roughly 1,169,110 families that live in your community, as I have raised a family myself and went through the agony of a divorce with children. I was almost eight years old. .outer_percentage { text-align: center; } .survey-result {padding:10px;} if(scrollHeight > 580 ) { margin-top: 0px; Justice of the Peace North Las Vegas Twnsh Department 3 6 year term Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. width: 350px; font-weight: bold; border:1px solid #FFB81F; z-index:1; The results have been certified. Hoskin says he practiced primarily family law for almost two decades before before taking the bench in 2009. margin-bottom: 0px; Campaign finance requirements | } .election_results_text { padding-bottom: 0px; This page was last updated during the official's most recent election or appointment. Her current term ends on January 3, 2021. setTimeout(function() { defer() }, 500);

The Court also has jurisdiction over appeals from district courts and administrative agencies. from Northwestern School of Law, Lewis & Clark College in 1991. It's a pleasure to introduce myself to Clark County, Nevada. padding-bottom: 3px; I believe in three ethics that our courts need; empathy, equality and efficiency. 245 talking about this. Track This Contest. position: absolute; .results_text { display: block; text-align: center; overflow-y: hidden; display: inline-block; .results_table_container { let item = jQuery('.votebox .indicate_scroll').get(index); margin-top: 1px; (Las Vegas Review-Journal) By David Ferrara / Las Vegas Review-Journal. margin-top: 1em; background-color: green; float: left; I don't think you can go wrong be reading or listening to anything having to do with history. font-weight: 300; } .results_row td { } They just… Continue Reading Clark County Family Court Department J Senior Judge … District Court Judge, District 2, Department 12 Family Division. Family Division, Department E . } from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2001. color: #888; color: #fff; .race_header.libertarian { Heidi Almase defeated Jim Davis in the general election for Nevada 8th Judicial District Court Family Division Department X on November 3, 2020. Unlike the superior court, the district court districts are not grouped into larger judicial divisions. At the end of the day, I hope my choices and example serves my children. Jury. Is there a particular judge, past or present, whom you admire? height: 22px; background-color: #f9d334; Heidi Almase was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. padding-left: 8px; } } background-color: #003388; background-color: white; Judge Vincent Ochoa District Court Family Division Department S - Duration: 2:47. I am running for Judge in Nevada's Eighth Judicial District Court, Family Division, Department G. I’ve had 30 years of experience in the practice of law, as a litigator, volunteer, mediator, juror, arbitrator and … The Family Court Operations Division receives and processes the following types of cases: child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency, adoption, divorce, custody, guardianship, visitation, paternity, child support , termination of parental rights, as well as mental health and habilitation. position: relative; Three judges serve in the Family Division: Honorable Stephen D. Gorsalitz - Court F Honorable Julie K. Phillips* - Court G Honorable G. Scott Pierangeli** - Court H, Presiding Judge of the Family Division *District Judge serving in Circuit Court **Probate Judge serving in the Circuit Court background-color: #f9f9f9; She won in the general election on November 3, 2020. } Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of? Further, as a current employee of Family Court, I have a solid understanding of county infrastructure and the various client-divisions that are part of the Family Court system and its stakeholders. text-align: left; I believe empathy - best exemplified by active and compassionate listening and decision-making, is critical. I would also like people to believe the decision in their case was fair if not exactly what they wanted at the outset. District Courts | I was a grocery store clerk starting at age 12. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? .inner_percentage.CrossFiled { Election governance | Click here to contact us for media inquiries, and please donate here to support our continued expansion. width: 150px; .results_row { p.survey-response {white-space: pre-line;} In that regard, a judge must be even-tempered and able to handle the most difficult situations in an evenhanded manner. } Court Outreach and Assistance. State constitution, Courts in Nevada | margin: 0px 10px; overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 0; height: 100%; I have also presided over hundreds of bench trials. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Almase's responses. div.oneoff-scrollbox.regular { height:400px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; }, See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection. padding-left: 0; “I’m the team chief of the DV unit,” she says. Presiding Judge Charles Hoskin graduated from the University of Utah with a B.A. Largest counties | padding-bottom: 5px; She earned a J.D. Judges must also follow the law and manage their caseload in an efficient manner. Second, a judge must make good decisions and a good record. The Family Court helps people with divorce, annulment, child custody, visitation rights, child support, spousal support, community property division, name changes, adoption, and abuse and neglect. .widget-value { Source. Joanna Kishner, District Court Department 31. State executives | background-color: #6db24f; } Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. I have seen the court system from many sides, and I am uniquely empathetic and sympathetic to what our families go through. These district courts serve Nevada's 17 counties. display: block; Nevada has eleven judicial districts making up the state's general jurisdiction courts. 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