The State of Nebraska clerk magistrates gathered for their fall conference at the Embassy Suites in Lincoln, September 20-22, 2023. Approximately 77 individuals participated in the two-and-a-half-day conference where they earned 11.5 hours of education credits. A few of the highlighted topics...

Diane Pieper, initially employed at the clerk's office since November 2012, has been designated as the Clerk of the District Court by the Wayne County Commissioners, effective from September 22, 2023. She is scheduled to take her oath of office on Friday, September 29. Pieper assumed the role of...

A newly created Evidence flowchart has been designed and distributed by the Judges' Education workgroup of the Bench Media Committee. The document, a top-requested resource for over six years, was created by Judges John Rademacher and Derek Weimer, with Trial Court Services Director Sheryl Connolly...

In July 2023, Case Monitor Jan Kirk proudly marked a remarkable milestone: an impressive 55 years of unwavering dedication to serving the probation community in Lancaster County. Throughout her career, Jan has been hailed as a beacon of tenacity, tirelessly advocating for her clients, and showcasing...

In November, Sarpy County is launching a new Veterans Treatment Court to aid military veterans struggling with mental health or substance use disorders who have encountered legal troubles. District Court Judge Nathan Cox will preside over the court which provides specialized support for veterans in...

Ashley Fowler celebrated her graduation from Problem-Solving Courts on September 11, 2023, at the Merrick County Courthouse in Central City. The ceremony was attended by Hamilton and Merrick County board members, Senator Loren Lippincott, District 5 probation staff, friends, and family. Judge Rachel...

Program Director of Adult Probation Services Eric Maly and Alternatives to Incarceration Specialist Marc Kohmetscher spoke at a national-level program on the importance of nonverbal communication when working with Emerging Adults (ages 18-25). The session was held during the August 2023 American...

Op-ed by Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael G. Heavican The Nebraska Judicial Branch is commemorating the Legislature’s passage of Neb. Rev. Stat. §25-2401 - Interpreters; public policy. This milestone not only acknowledges our commitment to a fair and impartial legal system, but also...

The Office of Public Guardian is excited to announce the launch of its new learning management system to support online Guardian & Conservator Education. The English version of the class launched on August 7, 2023, with the Spanish version of the class set to launch later this year pending...

Bethany Godemann, Clerk Magistrate for the Richardson County Court in the 1st Judicial District, was formally sworn in on September 15, 2023, at a ceremony hosted by County Judge Richard Smith. Godemann works in the 1st Judicial District with fellow clerk magistrates Sherri Ullman of Beatrice...