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Lincoln County names April Bradshaw as district attorney; start date May 20
Summary
The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed April Bradshaw as county District Attorney, setting a May 20 start date. Bradshaw, a Nevada-licensed attorney and tri-county special prosecutor, told commissioners she will prioritize outreach to town boards.
April Bradshaw will become Lincoln County's next District Attorney after a unanimous vote by the Board of Commissioners on May 5, 2025. The board set her official start date for May 20.
Bradshaw, introduced during a public interview, told commissioners she is a Nevada-licensed attorney in good standing who has served as a deputy district attorney and most recently as a tri-county special prosecutor covering Lincoln, White Pine and Eureka counties. She said she intends to "get to know the people on the town boards" and be available to address questions from local boards and residents.
District Attorney Wayne Klomp confirmed Bradshaw's licensure and described her prosecutorial experience. Chair Janine Woodworth reminded Bradshaw that commissioners and staff all serve "for the betterment of the county," and asked that she prioritize accessibility across the county's communities. Bradshaw responded that that commitment "will definitely be a priority."
The board made the appointment by motion of Commissioner Lisa Poulsen, seconded by Commissioner Mike Reese; all voted in favor. No additional terms or contract details were stated in the record. The board also approved advertising and hiring a District Attorney administrative assistant to provide staffing overlap during the transition.
The appointment concludes the board's selection process; Bradshaw's confirmed start date is May 20, 2025.
