Arlette Newvine’s journey from a student-athlete at Pahrump Valley High School to a prominent local attorney and community leader reflects a lifetime of resilience, hard work, and community spirit. With a deep commitment to her hometown, Arlette’s legal career and community contributions have made her a well-recognized figure in Pahrump, where she now operates her successful practice, Newvine Law, focusing on family law and her newest focus, personal injury.
As a high school student, Arlette’s drive was evident. She played four years of varsity volleyball, earning All-League Honorable Mention in 2007, All-League Second Team in 2008, and All-State Honorable Mention in 2007. During her junior year, she helped lead her team to a regional championship and a state qualification. Off the court, she also served as Female Sports Representative in student council and was recognized academically with an academic letter in 2009. This early involvement in leadership and sports laid the foundation for Arlette’s tenacity, which continues to define her approach to both her career and her community service.
Following high school, Arlette pursued her academic and athletic goals, playing two years of junior college volleyball, where she earned NJCAA Honorable Mention in 2010. She went on to attend the University of La Verne, graduating early with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. During her undergraduate years, she continued her volleyball career and took on roles that required rigorous research and support for fellow students. Her determination to excel in both academics and athletics ultimately paved her way to Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego. During her time there, she was a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Team, the Sport and Entertainment Law Fellowship, served as a Teaching Assistant and Personal Tutor for Contracts I and II, and was on the Distinguished Honor Roll in 2014.
After graduating from law school, Arlette moved back to Pahrump with a mission to make a difference in her community. Despite facing pressure to take a more traditional course after law school, with her dad’s voice in the back of her head saying “you have to work, but you don’t have to work for someone else” – she pushed forward and hung her own shingle. In 2017, she founded Newvine Law, initially focusing on family law to meet the local demand, bringing a unique blend of legal expertise and compassion to local clients. Over the years, Arlette has built a strong reputation in this area, serving over 320 clients, preparing for more than 40 trials, and conducting nearly 20 trials across Nye County. “I have a passion for bringing clients in the door and making them feel valued, and leaving them better than the way they came,” she says, emphasizing her commitment to guiding clients through challenging situations with empathy and precision.
Her practice has recently expanded to include personal injury cases, allowing her to pursue her original passion for civil litigation. “I was doing what I had to until I could do what I wanted,” she explains. “My goal was always to help people seek justice, and now, with personal injury cases, I can help clients heal physically and emotionally while holding insurance companies accountable.” Recognizing the value of additional resources, Arlette utilizes her connections in Las Vegas to give her clients the best chances of success against big insurance companies. With this practice area expansion, Arlette is better able to continue her journey of community-focused, client-centered legal care.
Arlette’s approach to personal injury law involves in-depth client support, addressing not only financial compensation but also clients’ long-term well-being. She sees this shift as a natural progression of her mission, which has always been to provide a different, more compassionate experience for clients compared to traditional legal practices. “That’s why I put my direct line on my business cards,” Arlette says. “It gives them direct access to me and my clients will never question my commitment to them.”
Arlette’s commitment to her community extends far beyond her law firm. She is actively involved in numerous local organizations, including Soroptimist International Pahrump Valley, where she works alongside others to empower women and girls through education and financial support. She also volunteers her time and resources with the Remote Area Medical (RAM) program, assisting with medical services for underserved areas, and supports students in the Nye County School District’s Students in Transition program. Arlette’s outreach also includes volunteering with and donating to the Nye Communities Coalition and donating her time to Nevada Legal Services taking on Pro Bono cases whenever possible.
A former competitive volleyball player, Arlette returned to the sport as an assistant varsity coach for Pahrump Valley High School. Coaching has allowed her to connect with the next generation of Pahrump residents, many of whom look up to her as both a coach and a community role model. “Volleyball teaches sacrifice and commitment,” she shares, recalling a moment when she encouraged a struggling player to push beyond her limits. Arlette believes that the game’s emphasis on resilience and teamwork translates to valuable life skills, and she takes pride in helping her players develop confidence both on and off the court.
Her influence on her players extends beyond the gym, as several have expressed interest in pursuing careers in law after seeing her dedication firsthand. She regularly participates in career fairs at the high school, where she speaks openly about her path and encourages students to believe in themselves, especially those considering challenging careers. “Law school is an endurance test, and life is too,” a mantra that her mother told her when she was going through it and something she often tells students, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and self-belief.
Arlette’s career is filled with milestones, from her involvement in impactful organizations to her numerous sponsorships of local sports teams and events. Newvine Law has supported the Pahrump Valley Youth Softball Association, the Girls of Troy Travel Softball Team, and the Pahrump Valley High School Girls Basketball and Volleyball teams, reinforcing her commitment to community and youth development.
In addition to her legal practice, Arlette’s contributions have been recognized within the legal community. She is an active member of the Nevada Justice Association (NJA), where she has continued her education through programs like the NJA Personal Injury Boot Camp and the NJA Women’s Caucus “Badass Trial Lawyer Conference,” an accolade for which she received a scholarship. Her dedication to professional growth complements her work ethic, enabling her to stay at the forefront of legal trends while ensuring her clients receive the best possible representation.
For Arlette, Pahrump is more than just a hometown; it’s the place where she built her dreams, nurtured her family, and found her purpose. Her journey from a student-athlete living in Big 5 Trailer Park to a respected lawyer, mentor, and community leader serves as an inspiring example of resilience, dedication, and the power of giving back. With each case she takes on, every student she mentors, and every organization she supports, Arlette Newvine demonstrates that true success is measured by the positive impact one leaves on their community.
