Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 11
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
43.08%144109 /15.63%13525
- Appointed District Court Judge to Dept. 11 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jul 20, 2004.
- Served to completion on Jan 3, 2005.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 11 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 3, 2005.
- Served to completion on Jan 5, 2009.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 11 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 5, 2009.
- Served to completion on Jan 5, 2015.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 11 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 5, 2015.
- Served to completion on Jan 4, 2021.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 11 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2021.
- Resigned on Sep 7, 2021.
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Aug 15, 2018
The Honorable Richard Scotti, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 2, presiding over oral arguments. Attorney Tara Popova appeared on behalf of Doug Ansell. Attorney Edward Kania appeared on behalf of the Gramercy. Case No. A-18-778260-A. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Dec 12, 2016
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a status check. Attorney Jeff Hall appeared on behalf of Doug Ansell. Attorney Neal Gidvani appeared on behalf of Kate Swim. Attorney John Gutke appeared on behalf of third-party defendants. Case No. A-14-703865-B. The Court takes no action. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Nov 22, 2016
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a status check. Attorney Neal Gidvani appeared on behalf of Kate Swim. Attorney Neal Gidvani appeared on behalf of Kate Swim. Case No. A-14-703865-B. The Court takes no action. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Sep 1, 2016
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a hearing on motion to compel. Attorney Jeffrey Hall appeared on behalf of Mr. Ansell. Attorney Neal Gidvani appeared on behalf of Kate Swim. Case No. A-14-703865-B. The Court vacates jury trial, citing impending settlement. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Jul 7, 2016
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a hearing on motion to compel. Attorney Jeffrey Hall appeared on behalf of Mr. Ansell. Attorney John Gutke appeared on behalf of David Siegel. Attorney Marshal Willick appeared on behalf of the Mother. Case No. A-14-703865-B. The Court grants motion in part. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Jun 21, 2016
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a motion hearing. Attorney Jeffrey Hall appeared on behalf of Mr. Ansell. Attorney John Gutke appeared on behalf of David Siegel. Case No. A-14-703865-B. The Court conducts in camera review, orders some text messages disclosed, seals personal and private messages. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Feb 10, 2015
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a motion hearing. Attorney Jeff Hall appeared on behalf of Mr. Ansell. Attorney James Smyth appeared on behalf of Ms. Bruening. Case No. A-14-703865-B. The Court orders pleadings amended. 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
Doug Ansell vs Kate Swim
Hearing, Oct 21, 2014
The Honorable Betsy Gonzalez, Eighth Judicial District Court, presiding over a hearing on motion to dissolve. Attorney Jeff Hall appeared on behalf of Mr. Ansell. Attorney James Smyth appeared on behalf of Ms. Bruening. Case No. A-14-703865-B. Motion denied. 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
Supreme Court
Writ Petition Denied
Sep 18, 2025
527 days since filing.
Filed Order Denying Petition. "ORDER the petition DENIED." Hernson, C.J., with whom Lee, J., agrees, concurring in part and dissenting in part. fn3 [The honorable Ron Parraguirre, Justice, did not participate in the resolution of this matter.] EN BANC. (SC)
Supreme Court
Affirmed
Apr 16, 2025
946 days since filing.
Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." A25-RP/LB/LS (SC)
Supreme Court
Affirmed
Nov 29, 2023
840 days since filing.
Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." SNP23 - DH/PL/RP. Nos. 86650/84031. (SC)
Supreme Court
Affirmed
Nov 29, 2023
692 days since filing.
Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." SNP23 - DH/PL/RP. Nos. 86650/84031. (SC)
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