Navigation The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including: Justice Charles Canady closing the final oral argument of his Florida Supreme Court service with words that were as reflective as they were emotional. Gov. Ron DeSantis releasing a $117 billion […]
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Register now for 2026 International Tax Conference and Boot Camp
Abrahm Smith The Florida Bar Tax Section and the Florida Institute of CPAs will host international tax professionals, attorneys, CPAs, accountants, and financial advisors in Miami this January for the 44th Annual International Tax Conference, scheduled for January 22–23, and the 11th Annual International Tax Boot Camp on January 21. These programs remain the only […]
Sovereign immunity reform bill clears final House committee
Rep. Fiona McFarland A Southwest Florida lawmaker’s latest attempt to reform Florida’s sovereign immunity laws is ready for the House floor after clearing a final committee. The House Judiciary Committee voted 12-2 on December 11 to approve HB 145 by Republican Rep. Fiona McFarland, a Navy veteran and Sarasota business owner. Click Here To Read […]
CABA announces 2025 Legend Awards
CABA President Amanda Fernandez, left, with Judge Jose M. Rodriguez, who was honored with the Honorable Mario P. Goderich “PAVER” Award on December 3 during CABA’s 2025 Legend Awards and holiday celebration. The Cuban American Bar Association (CABA) announced the recipients of its 2025 Legend Awards during the organization’s holiday party on December 3. During […]
Forty new and amended jury instructions in criminal cases
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