North Las Vegas Seeks Pro Tempore Judges

North Las Vegas Municipal Court is seeking attorneys to serve as Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore on an as-needed basis to preside over criminal misdemeanor and traffic matters. 

Pursuant to NRS 5.023, attorneys who wish to serve as a Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore must:

  • Be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Nevada;
  • Be an adult resident of the city.
Applicants must consent to a criminal background check and a status check with the State Bar of Nevada. Applicants will be approved by the Municipal Court Judge and the North Las Vegas City Council.

A Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore may not appear as attorney of record in any case pending in North Las Vegas Municipal Court. City Ordinance No. 2890 sets the compensation of judges pro tempore at $150/half-day and $300/full day.

Attorneys who are interested in serving as Judge Pro Tempore should submit a letter of interest and resume to:

Gail L. Moreland, Judicial Executive Assistant
2332 Las Vegas Blivd., North, Suite 100
North Las Vegas, NV 89030