Press Release on Endorsement of Tina Cruz

NM Hispanic Bar Association Endorses
Ernestina R. Cruz for District Court Judge

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—The New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association endorsed the judicial candidacy of Ernestina R. Cruz for District Court Judge, Division II, in a special meeting held on May 3, 2012. 

Ms. Cruz’s endorsement was made after review of her experience and commitment to the Hispanic community, as reflected in the extensive endorsement materials she submitted to the Association; her interview with the Association’s Endorsement Sub-Committee; and a lengthy discussion among the Association’s Board of Directors. 

“The NMHBA truly is pleased to endorse Ms. Cruz for District Court Judge,” said Rebecca Avitia, President of the NM Hispanic Bar Association, adding “Her experience in the law and the community make clear that Ms. Cruz will be an excellent and fair judge, and we look forward to seeing the contributions she will make to the judiciary.”

Ms. Cruz was raised and educated in the Eighth Judicial District and wants to give back to the community that gave so much to her in the early years of her life through serving as District Court Judge.  Regarded in the legal community as being hard working, balanced, and fair, Ms. Cruz stands out among others for her commitment and dedication to the community as shown through her many years of service on various boards at the state and national level. 

The endorsement of Ms. Cruz on May 3, 2012, was one of the first judicial endorsements given by the NM Hispanic Bar Association in over ten years.  “Throughout her years of practice as an attorney, Ms. Cruz has exemplified the values of the Hispanic Bar Association, giving tirelessly to the Hispanic community both professionally and personally.  It is difficult to imagine a person more qualified or deserving of being a judge in this great State, especially one who is sure to serve her home community in Taos with dignity and integrity,” said NM Hispanic Bar Association Board member David Urias.

The NM Hispanic Bar Association is the state-wide association for Hispanic attorneys, and is currently composed of around 300 members.  The Association’s mission is to promote the education and development of Hispanic legal professionals, and it currently works to fulfill this mission through judicial endorsements, community mentorship programs, and continuing legal education programs. For more information on the NM Hispanic Bar Association and its initiatives, visit http://nmhba.blogspot.com.

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