Maria Rios Landin Honored with 2025 Rising Star Pro Bono Award

Ask Maria Rios Landin why she chose a career in law, and the answer usually comes back to service.

That commitment was recently recognized when the College of Southern Nevada Business Law instructor received the 2025 Rising Star Pro Bono Award, honoring legal professionals who make a meaningful impact through volunteer legal work and community engagement.

The award reflects Landin’s dedication to giving back, both in her profession and in the classroom. At CSN, she brings real-world experience into her courses, emphasizing ethics, responsibility and the importance of using legal knowledge to help others.

Her recognition has been celebrated by the Business Department, which shared the news across its social media channels, pointing to Landin’s work as an example of the strong foundation behind CSN’s Business Law program.

For students, Landin’s approach sends a clear message. Success in law is not just about building a career, it is about contributing to the community along the way.

The Rising Star Pro Bono Award underscores that message and highlights the lasting impact of service-led teaching at CSN.

Congratulations Maria!