Senior Law Program to Honor Volunteers in Las Vegas
The nonprofit will host a special ceremony at the Suncoast on October 28 to celebrate its pro bono legal partners.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Awards
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The Senior Law Program will recognize key contributors, including Justice Elissa Cadish and attorney Dara Goldsmith, at an upcoming event. The ceremony takes place October 28, 2026, at the Suncoast in Las Vegas.
Why it matters
This event celebrates the volunteer attorneys who enable the nonprofit to expand its service capacity for Southern Nevada residents. Their contributions are essential to the organization's ability to provide free legal support to the local elderly community.
The Senior Law Program employs eight staff attorneys to support Southern Nevada residents aged 60 and older. In 2025, the organization provided services to more than 8,700 older adults.
The players
Justice Elissa Cadish
She is a member of the judiciary who is being recognized for her service to the legal community.
Dara Goldsmith
She is an attorney receiving special recognition from the organization for her pro bono contributions.
The details
The program provides free legal aid, including weekly attorney-led workshops centered on wills and trusts. Operations are supported through a mix of fundraising and grants, with volunteer efforts serving as a critical pillar of their service delivery.
Timeline
The Senior Law Program assisted more than 8,700 older adults during 2025.
The organization will hold an awards event on October 28, 2026.
Culture Shift
The organization's reliance on volunteer labor reflects a broader societal shift toward community-driven solutions for elder care. This approach helps bridge the gap between limited institutional resources and the rising demand for specialized legal services.
Residents aged 60 and older in Southern Nevada can continue to access free legal services and weekly workshops through the program. The organization encourages those in need to utilize these attorney-led resources for assistance with wills and trusts.
The takeaway
Volunteers serve as the primary engine for nonprofits aiming to provide essential services to older citizens. Utilizing free community workshops can help seniors secure their estate planning before formal legal complications arise.
Further reading
For more information on upcoming local ceremonies, visit the Awards section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KSNV.
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