Nancy Bernstein (Nevada)
Nancy Bernstein is running for election for the Department 8 judge of the Las Vegas Township Justice Court in Nevada. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. The primary for this office on June 11, 2024, was canceled.
Bernstein completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Nancy Bernstein was born in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bernstein's career experience includes working as an attorney at law. She earned a law degree from the UNLV in 2004.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: City elections in Las Vegas, Nevada (2024)
General election
General election for Las Vegas Township Justice Court Department 8
Nancy Bernstein and Amy Ferreira are running in the general election for Las Vegas Township Justice Court Department 8 on November 5, 2024.
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Nonpartisan primary election
The primary election was canceled. Nancy Bernstein and Amy Ferreira advanced from the primary for Las Vegas Township Justice Court Department 8.
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Nancy Bernstein completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bernstein's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I'm born and raised in Las Vegas. I have 18 years of practicing civil and criminal law. I have represented over 100,000 clients in my career. I'm currently a managing partner at the Richard Harris Law Firm.
- Safety in Our Community. I am dedicated to ensuring the safety of our community. As a single mom, I have raised 3 children, the oldest of which is also an attorney. I want all families to feel safe in our streets.
- Upholding our Laws. I believe in America's legal system and will follow the letter of the law. I believe in fair treatment and the ability to obtain justice.
- Compassionate. I have a great ability to connect with people to understand their needs, effectively address issues and making the court more effective.
Promoting alternatives to incarceration for non-violent substance abuse and mentally ill defendants as well as addressing racial and other prejudicial disparities in the criminal justice system.
Richard Harris. He is the most patient and compassionate person, intelligent and humble.
Elected officials have to cultivate sound judgement, experience, commitment to fairness and justice, legal knowledge and competency of their position.
I have strong passion for the practice of law. I deeply care what happens to others and the world we live in.
1. Interpreting and Applying the Law- ensuring decisions are consistent with established legal principles and the Constitution.
2. Presiding Over Court Proceedings - promoting proper court decorum, rules of evidentiary issues and clear decisions.
3. Impartiality and Fairness - must apply the law fairly
4. Protecting Rights for Due Process
A legacy of a person who helped changed the lives of many people in a positive way.
When Elvis Presley died in 1977, it was a few days after my 8th birthday.
I was a runner for attorney Don Tingey from 16-18 before I went to work at Richard Harris' office.
Man's Search for Meaning
I have struggled with the death of my brother in an accident as well as the early death of my father due to a heart attack when he was 45.
Judicial restraint combined with a commitment to advancing equality and civil rights.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
Yes, it is important to know that a judge has an understanding of the human experience to be able to communicate effectively.
I have been waiting the last few years until an open seat was available and this year LVJC, Dept 8 opened up.
No, since being a judge is a non-partisan role.
The need for mental health facilities as a way to help deter recidivism.
Focusing on the homlessness crisis.
I do not at this time.
Endorsement process is currently ongoing. I have been endorsed by Latino Police Officers Association and The Voice of the Veteran
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 27, 2024
Federal courts:
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: District of Nevada • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: District of Nevada
State courts:
Nevada Supreme Court • Nevada Court of Appeals • Nevada District Courts • Nevada Justice Courts • Nevada Municipal Courts • Clark County Family Court, Nevada
State resources:
Courts in Nevada • Nevada judicial elections • Judicial selection in Nevada
