RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – The Nevada Judiciary announced Monday that Justice Douglas W Herndon will begin his two-year term as Chief Justice of the Nevada Supreme Court.
Herndon will assume the role in place of Justice Elissa F Cadish.
“I am honored to serve as Chief Justice of the Nevada Supreme Court,” Chief Justice Herndon said. “Justice Cadish is a tremendous jurist and a great friend who has provided our court with exemplary leadership, and I look forward to building upon her efforts as we continue to promote appreciation for civility in the legal profession, ensure access to justice, uphold fairness and enhance the efficiency of our court system.”
Herndon has been on the Nevada Supreme Court since 2020 and worked as a District Court judge in the Eighth Judicial District Court in Clark County for 15 years prior to that.
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