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Clark County Law Foundation
TRIAL BY PEERS

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Trial by Peers: An innovative diversion program used as an alternative for first time and some second time juvenile offenders.

Patrick Montejano, Director
The flagship program of the non-profit foundation is the Trial By Peers program. The Trial By Peers program, established in 1993, provides students aged 12-17 with a civics and legal education culminating with a “junior bar examination” that enables the trained students to be sworn in as “Peer Counselors.”
Special thanks to all the judges and attorneys who generously donate their time to the Trial by Peers program throughout the year.



Our Staff

Below are the dedicated people behind the Clark County Law Foundation Group and its programs.
Patrick Montejano, Program Director

Patrick Montejano

Program Director

Patrick Montejano
Program Director
Kathia Sotelo Calderon, Youth Development Specialist

Kathia Sotelo Calderon

Youth Development Specialist

Kathia Sotelo Calderon
Youth Development Specialist

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What people say?

"I'm so delighted that I volunteered to become a peer for this program. It has brought so much positive experiences and knowledge about the legal system. TBP has helped me in better judgement to think twice about many of the consequences when a crime is violated, and how detrimental a juvenile record can effect your career once it gets on file. TBP has enlighten and thought me immeasurable about the process of the legal system while serving on jury duty. TBP is such a excellent program, it also gave me the opportunity to give back to the local community."

Quincy Ellison, Peer Counselor

What people say?

"I have been a Peer Counselor with Trial By Peers for 2 years now and I have to say it is an amazing program to be a part of. It has given me a chance to figure out what it is I want to be when I get older. I have the opportunity to work with my peers and with real attorneys. They are the senior attorneys and they help us if we need help analyzing our cases. I love being able to do real cases and actually present the cases in court like the attorneys do. It is great hands on experience and you learn a lot about the law. It is great community service and you get to meet a lot of great people. I am thankful to have this experience at such an early age."

Ciarra Wesley, Peer Counselor

What people say?

"Wow! Personally I have to say this is one of the best programs I have seen for a long time. The discipline that this teaches the children is priceless. The training is unbelievable. They work with them step by step so that they are confidently able to pass a junior bar exam. Attorneys and Judges come out after hours to talk with the children about Law and different aspects of the Law. It is amazing to see the patience they have with them. The program coordinators are awesome. They set clear expectations and are very helpful, encouraging and understanding. They respect the Peer Counselors as responsible young adults and offer their support to them beyond belief. This encourages them to strive even higher with their goals. I am quite thankful that my daughter had the opportunity to be a part of this wonder program. It will help her as she continues to consider her career directions. I recommend this program to everyone!"

Melodee Wesley, Parent of Ciarra Wesley

What people say?

"Typing this as I look out my dorm window to the University of North Dakota, I think back and see what Trial By Peers did for me. As a junior in college, I total thus far one internship with SkyWest Airlines, Vice Chair of the Student Policy Committee, a successful election to the University Senate, three years later I come the following conclusion: a great, great deal. Despite TBP and my major of Unmanned Aerial Systems being a world apart, what the program gave to me is immeasurable. Confidence. Great public speaking skills. Empathy. The deep seeded feeling that I helped and made a difference. Just to name a few. While my experiences during college both in and out of the classroom continue enrich my education and prepare me for a future that will no doubt be prosperous, the foundation that Trial By Peers help lay has given me a springboard to my current success. From the courtrooms of the many honorable judges, alongside the great volunteers of TBP, and of course Mom, to now the positive impact is beyond a reasonable doubt."

Shane Gerbert, Peer Counselor

Latest News All News in our blog

Community Champtions Gala, March 24, 2018, by the Clark County Law Foundation and Trial by Peers Program
CCLF Trial By Peers 2019 Graduation Ceremony
Patrick Montejano | August 21, 2019
On Wednesday, August 21, 2019, the Clark County Law Foundation held its Trial By Peers Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2019
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Clark County Law Foundation and Trial by Peers program Community Champion Honorees.
Clark County Law Foundation Community Champion Honorees
Patrick Montejano | August 8, 2019
2019 Community Champion Honorees - Champion of Lifetime Award to Sheriff Joseph M. Lombardo, LVMPD
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