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More than anything, serving as a judge is a calling.

I take my role in this community very seriously.

I have experience in family law as a child, adult, lawyer, and judicial officer

I will bring judgment, compassion, and experience to the bench.


Filed Order Affirming in Part and Vacating in Part. "We vacate the district court's order to the extent it awarded Bond sole legal custody over all mental health treatment. We affirm that part of the court's order permitting Bond to take L.P. to a child psychiatrist for evaluation and any recommended follow-up visits." COA- BB/MG/DW (COA)


The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a jury trial. Attorneys Will Kemp, Theodore Parker, and Eric Pepperman on behalf of Plaintiffs. Attorney Joel Odou on behalf of Real Water. Case No. A-21-831880-B. Defendant presents closing arguments. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


Alexandra McLeod joins Defense Attorney Scott Coffee and Phil Dace for a discussion on her candidacy for Department 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court. The views and opinions of any candidates running for judicial office are their own. As a policy, Our Nevada Judges ensures all judicial candidates are extended an invitation. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


Staff Attorney Kerri Maxey joins host Emily McFarling for a discussion on her candidacy for Department N of the Family Division of the Eighth Judicial District Court. The views and opinions of any candidates running for judicial office are their own. As a policy, Our Nevada Judges ensures all judicial candidates are extended an invitation. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of conviction AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)

I believe in giving back to the community.

I am running for district court judge because your voice matters.


Filed Order Granting in Part and Denying in Part Petition for Writ of Mandamus or Prohibition. "ORDER the petition GRANTED IN PART AND DENIED IN PART AND DIRECT THE CLERK OF THIS COURT TO ISSUE A WRIT OF MANDAMUS directing the district court to permit Property Nine to present evidence at trial of special damages for the buyout of Lusavi and for refinancing costs and losses related to the Barnett Capital loan in accordance with this order." COA-BB/MG/DW (COA)


The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a hearing on motion to seal. Attorney Ashley Gugino on behalf of Plaintiffs. Attorney David Spurlock on behalf of UNFI. Attorney Eric Freeman on behalf of Real Water. Case No. A-21-833630-B. The Court continues. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a status check. Attorney Michael Gayan appeared on behalf of the State. Attorney Dan Polsenberg, Tammy Peterson and David Sneed appeared on behalf of Meta. Case No. A-24-886110-B. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


Filed Order of Reversal and Remand. "We reverse the district court's order denying Taylor's petition for judicial review and we remand this matter to the district court with instructions to remand the case to the appeals referee for further proceedings consistent with this order. COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)




Filed Authored Opinion. "Affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded". Before: Pickering/Parraguirre/Bell. Author: Bell, J. Majority: Pickering/Parraguirre/Bell. 142 Nev. Adv. Opn. No. 34. A26-KP/RP/LB (SC)









Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW (COA)


Filed Order of Affirming in Part and Dismissing in Part. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED and the appeal DISMISSED in part." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)


The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a jury trial. Attorney Theodore Parker on behalf of Plaintiffs. Attorney Joel Odou on behalf of Real Water. Attorney Dan Boho on behalf of Terrible Herbst. Case No. A-21-831880-B. Plaintiffs call adverse witness Mark Walters. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a jury trial. Attorneys Will Kemp and Theodore Parker on behalf of Plaintiffs. Attorney Joel Odou on behalf of Real Water. Attorneys Valerie Rojas and Dan Boho on behalf of Terrible Herbst. Case No. A-21-831880-B. Plaintiffs call witnesses Steve Wadkins and Mark Walters. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a hearing on summary judgment. Mr. Richt failed to appear. Attorney Eric Pepperman for other Plaintiffs. Attorney Joel Odou for Real Water. Attorney Noushan Noureddini for Costco Wholesale. Attorney Chad Fears for Scientific Instruments. Attorney Christian Ogata for Milwaukee Instruments. Case No. A-21-831880-B. Motion granted. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com

Trusted on the bench...proven in the community!

Seasoned trial attorney, running to uphold the law and end judicial activism.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about my candidacy!

Prepared, respectful and efficient #schwartzinthecourts

Justice does not come in one size.

I come from a lifelong family tradition of public service.

I understands both sides of cases and how the law touches everyday people.

I am running to make our courts more effective and efficient for everyone.

Protecting your family for over 18 years.

I am a complex litigation attorney with strong bi-partisan support.

All people should be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

I am committed to public service, personable, and respectful of all people.

I believe that we have the best system, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be better.

I have had the honor of serving our community as Judge since being elected.

Help us ensure a better tomorrow for families today!

I have been a staunch advocate for children.

The Choice of nearly 100 Nevada Law Enforcement Agencies!

I understand that Family Court decisions shape lives.

I am ready to serve as Family Court Judge on day one.

I am the most qualified candidate in my race.


Filed Order of Reversal and Remand. "ORDER the judgment of the district court REVERSED AND REMAND this matter to the district court for proceedings consistent with this order." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)




Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA







Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." B25-KP/EC/PL (SC)


Filed Order Affirming in Part, Reversing in Part and Remanding. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED IN PART AND REVERSED IN PART AND REMAND this matter to the district court for proceedings consistent with this order." B25-KP/EC/PL (SC)


Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED."



Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of conviction AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)
























Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)


The Honorable Adam Ganz, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department W, Family Division, presiding over a hearing on motion to open discovery. Attorney Robert Blau appeared on behalf of the Mother. The Father represented himself. The Court recommends denying motion. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com


























Danielle Tarmu joins Defense Attorney Scott Coffee and Vice President Ann Frehner for a discussion on her candidacy for Department 28 of the Eighth Judicial District Court. The views and opinions of any candidates running for judicial office are their own. As a policy, Our Nevada Judges ensures all judicial candidates are extended an invitation. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com



District Court Judge Joanna Kishner; and, Discovery Commissioner Adam Ganz; and, attorneys Andy Wong and Kimball Jones join for a discussion on Expert Witnesses. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com

I have committed myself to be the agent of change.

Being a judge is an amazing opportunity to make real and lasting change.

Our courts must hold people accountable while also creating pathways.


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