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Kishner, Joanna S
Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 31
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
32.26%10550/20.00%41 
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  • Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 3, 2011.
  • Served to completion on Jan 5, 2015.
  • Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 5, 2015.
  • Served to completion on Jan 4, 2021.
  • Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2021.
  • This term ends on Jan 4, 2027.
  • Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2027.
  • This term ends on Jan 3, 2033.
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2026 Election
58.65% (280398 votes)
General Election
Nov 3, 2026

Incumbent

Ranked 1st out of 2 candidates and won.

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Interviewee
Kishner: Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31
Perspectives
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District Court Judge Joanna Kishner joins Defense Attorney Scott Coffee and Cody Gamble for a discussion on her candidacy for Department 31 of the Eighth Judicial District Court. The views and opinions of any candidates running for judicial office are their own. As a policy, Our Nevada Judges ensures all judicial candidates are extended an invitation. 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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Presiding
Christopher Wren vs Real Water
Hearing, Aug 27, 2026
4 0   477 views, 1 comments

The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a hearing on minor's compromise. Attorney Brianna Switzler appeared on behalf of Plaintiff. Case No. A-21-844348-B. The Court refuses to release funds, citing financial mismanagement by mother. 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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Presiding
The State of Nevada vs TikTok
Hearing, Aug 13, 2026
3 0   255 views, 1 comments

The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a status check. Attorney Christopher Turtzo appeared on behalf of the State. Attorneys Shannon Kirk and Philip Erwin appeared on behalf of TikTok. Case No. A-24-886110-B. The Court overrules TikTok's objection to recommendation. 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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Presiding
Lenora Soteros vs Real Water
Hearing, Aug 6, 2026
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The Honorable Joanna Kishner, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 31, presiding over a status check. Attorneys Brianna Switzler, Will Kemp and Theodore Parker appeared on behalf of the Plaintiffs. Attorney Michael Esposito appeared on behalf of Real Water. Attorney James Cavanaugh appeared on behalf of Terrible Herbst. Attorney Colt Dodrill appeared on behalf of Nevada Beverage. Case No. A-21-831379-B. The Court disposes multiple motions. 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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Presiding
Carey Bennett vs Saad Jafri, June 23, 2026
Hearing, Jun 23, 2026
4 0   383 views, 1 comments

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

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Case No: 89630
Court Of Appeals
Unpublished
Affirmed
Sep 10, 2026
0 days since filing.

Order of Affirmance. ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED. COA-BB/MG/DW. (COA)

Judicial Guide: Kishner A Good Judge
The Nevada Independent 
Oct 10, 2026
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