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- Statement
- I have had the honor of serving our community as Judge since being elected.This candidate has not submitted a statement.
- Description
This candidate has not submitted a description.Joanna Kishner sought to enter public service after practicing law for over twenty years. She also had the honor of previously working as a Justice of the Peace Pro Tem, a Pro Tem Small Claims Referee, a Pro Tem Traffic Court Referee, and as an arbitrator. She attended Claremont McKenna College. While at CMC, she also worked with the Claremont Graduate School’s Autism Clinic. Thereafter, she attended UCLA School of Law. At UCLA, she was a judicial extern for the Honorable Stephen V. Wilson of th ...
Opponent
McLeod, Alexandra Beth
I believe that we have the best system, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be better.
General Election 2020
District Court Judge for Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court| Candidate | Results |
|---|---|
| Kishner, Joanna S (NP) | 524052 (74.20%) |
| Call, Gary Wayne (NP) | 182213 (25.80%) |
Non-Partisan Primary Election 2014
District Court Judge for Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court| Candidate | Results |
|---|---|
| Kishner, Joanna S | 84682 (100.00%) |
General Election 2010
District Court Judge for Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court| Candidate | Results |
|---|---|
| Dabney, Philip J (NP) | 175948 (49.56%) |
| Kishner, Joanna S (NP) | 179101 (50.44%) |
Non-Partisan Primary Election 2010
District Court Judge for Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court| Candidate | Results |
|---|---|
| Dabney, Philip J | 45719 (32.00%) |
| Risman, Marcus D | 38147 (26.70%) |
| Kishner, Joanna S | 44567 (31.20%) |
| Kunis, Joshua A | 14426 (10.10%) |
Carey Bennett vs Saad Jafri, June 23, 2026
Hearing, Jun 23, 2026
The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a hearing on motion to dismiss. Attorney Matthew Friedman appeared on behalf of the Plaintiff. Attorney James M Jimmerson appeared on behalf of the Mother. Mr. Jafri failed to appear. Case no. A-26-937611-C. The Court grants motion, citing failure to join necessary party. 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
Brett Thurn vs Real Water
Hearing, Jul 7, 2026
The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a status check. Attorney Briannas Switzler, Theodore Parker and Jonathan Hilton appeared on behalf of Plaintiff. Attorney Kaden Goodenough appeared on behalf of Costco Wholesale Corp. Attorney Colt Dodrill appeared on behalf of Nevada Beverage. Attorney Tyler Watson appeared on behalf of Real Water. Attorney Laureen P Frister appeared on behalf of Kehe Distributors. Attorney Arrington appeared on behalf of Terrible Herbst. Attorney JoAnn Hoskins appeared on behalf of Walgreens. Attorney Kristen Molloy appeared on behalf of UNFI. Attorney Melissa Roose appeared on behalf of 7-11. Case No. A-25-933981-B. Multiple motions disposed. Attorney Melissa Roose appeared on behalf of 7-11. Case No. A-25-933981-B. The Court grants motion for more definite statement. 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
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The State of Nevada vs Meta, May 21, 2026
Hearing, May 19, 2026
The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a status check. Attorney William Sykes for the State. Attorney David Sneed for Meta Platforms Inc. Case No. A-24-886110-B. The Court dissolves stay, orders joint-summary. 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
Brett Thurn vs Real Water
Hearing, Apr 28, 2026
The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a status check. Attorney Jonathan Hilton appeared on behalf of Plaintiff. Attorney Colt Dodrill appeared on behalf of Nevada Beverage. Attorney Daniela LaBounty appeared on behalf of Costco Wholesale. Attorney Melissa Roose appeared on behalf of 7-11. Case No. A-25-933981-B. The Court grants motion for more definite statement. 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
Kishner, Allf, Zinna: Women in the Legal Profession
Perspectives
District Court Judge Joanna Kishner, Senior Judge Nancy Allf, and Stephanie Zinna, join for a discussion on women in the legal profession. 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
Kishner Dismisses Causes Of Action In Odd Suit Filed By Lawyer Who Just Had Warrant Issued For Arrest
Las Vegas Review Journal
Feb 10, 2026
Kishner Draws Challenger As Many Of Clark County’s Other Candidates To Run Unopposed
Las Vegas Review Journal
Jan 16, 2026
Lawyers Peremptory Challenge Kishner 208 Times Between January 1, 2023 and November 26, 2025
Las Vegas Review Journal
Dec 13, 2025
According To Survey, Attorneys Think Kishner One Of The Worst District Judges
Las Vegas Review Journal
Dec 7, 2025
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