Ryan Russell Re-Elected to Serve on the State Bar’s Board of Governors

By Mike Pavlakis, Allison MacKenzie, Ltd.

Ryan Russell has been re-elected to serve as Carson City’s representative on the State Bar of Nevada’s Board of Governors.  The Board of Governors is comprised of 15 members representing the four state districts defined in Supreme Court Rule 81. Elections for the Board are held annually and governors are selected by the members of their districts to serve two-year terms.

The Board of Governors carries out the State Bar’s administrative functions, sets policies and procedures, affects rule changes, takes legislative positions relative to the administration of justice and oversees the Bar’s fiduciary responsibilities. Members are encouraged to contact their district representatives with concerns pertaining to the profession. The mission of the Board of Governors is to 1)  govern the legal profession in the State of Nevada, subject to the approval of the Nevada Supreme Court; 2)  aid in the advance of jurisprudence and in the improvement of administration of justice; 3)  promote reform in the law and in judicial procedure; 4)  uphold and elevate the standard of honor, integrity, and courtesy in the legal profession; 5)  encourage higher and better education for membership in the profession; 6)  promote a spirit of cordiality and true friendship among members of the Bar; and 7)  manage the business of the State Bar in a prudent manner.

In his role as a member of the Board of Governors, Ryan serves on the Board’s Budget Committee as well as on the Board’s Personnel and Compensation Committee.  Ryan also serves on the Board of Governor’s Standing Committee of Continuing Legal Education.  Ryan is the liaison to the Business Law Section and Solo and Small Practice Section.

Ryan continues to serve on the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada’s Board of Directors as well, and continues his service as a Judge Pro Tempore.  We have always been proud of the civic service our attorneys provide, and are proud that a member of our firm has earned re-election as Carson City’s representative on the State Bar’s Board of Governors.

In addition, Mr. Russell recently was named in Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Nevada by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (“NAFLA”).

The NAFLA recognizes the top family law attorneys in each state with the intent of helping consumers select well-qualified professionals when legal representation is needed.

Candidates must be licensed, in good standing with their local bar association and nominated by a licensed practicing attorney. In addition, attorneys must have achieved meaningful professional recognition and earned the respect of their clients and peers. In the final stage of the NAFLA’s 4-step selection process, the Board of Governors reviews the finalists and selects the official award recipients from each state. The rankings are independent and free from commercial influence.

For more information about NAFLA, contact Kelly Kerr at 855-384-6285, or go to www.nafla.net.