Eric Newman
About Eric Newman
Eric Newman serves as a Law Clerk to Chief Judge Jerry Wiese at the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada since 2023. He holds a JD from The University of Texas School of Law and a BA in Philosophy from the University of California, Berkeley.
Work at Eighth Judicial District Court
Eric Newman serves as a Law Clerk to Chief Judge Jerry Wiese at the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the court's operations and assisting in legal research and case management. His role involves supporting the Chief Judge in various judicial tasks and ensuring the efficient functioning of the court.
Education and Expertise
Eric Newman holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from The University of Texas School of Law, where he studied from 2018 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of California, Berkeley, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he has experience as a Visiting 3L at the University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law, further enhancing his legal education.
Background
Eric Newman has a diverse professional background in law and finance. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Law Clerk at the Clark County District Attorney's Office for six months in 2023. He also gained experience in various legal internships, including positions at the County of San Diego Office of the Public Defender and Hays County District Attorney's Office. Earlier in his career, he worked as an Account Executive at California First National Bank in Irvine, California.
Internship Experience
Throughout his career, Eric Newman has completed several internships that provided him with practical legal experience. In 2020, he interned as an International Tax Intern at Grant Thornton LLP for one month in Houston, Texas. He also served as a Public Defender Intern at the County of San Diego Office of the Public Defender for three months in 2019 and as a Law Clerk at Hays County District Attorney's Office for two months in 2020.