Navigation The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has agreed to turn over the details of media rights contracts involving Florida State University (FSU) and other schools as a result of a state Public Records Act lawsuit filed by Florida’s attorney general. Attorney General Ashley Moody announced on July 17 that the ACC would voluntarily produce the documents […]
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Court panel to take a hard look at problem-solving courts with an emphasis on mental illness and substance disorders
The Supreme Court has charged the Steering Committee on Problem-Solving Courts with the ongoing responsibility of addressing the needs of individuals engaged with the court system due to mental illness and substance use disorders. This mandate spans the next two years and emphasizes the application of differentiated case management principles alongside other evidence-based and emerging […]
Scott Westheimer recognized for his contributions to the profession
Scott Westheimer Scott Westheimer, The Florida Bar’s immediate past president, was named to the 2024 vLex Fastcase 50 Class, in recognition of his “exceptional contributions as one of the top 50 most courageous innovators, techies, visionaries, and leaders in the legal industry.” Each year, the vLex Fastcase 50 award celebrates a diverse group of individuals […]
Thirty Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Top Private Wealth Advisers by Chambers High Net Worth Guide
Thirty Holland & Knight attorneys have been named leading advisers to wealthy individuals and families in the Chambers High Net Worth 2024 guide. In addition, the firm’s Private Wealth Services Group and Asset Finance Team received several Band 1, 2 and 3 rankings, which include the following: Private Wealth Law – Band 1: Florida, Massachusetts, Oregon and […]
Florida fishermen sue National Marine Fisheries Service over new catch limits
Two Florida fishermen are suing federal officials over a new regulation advanced by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) that cuts the catch limit for a species of reef fish, the gag grouper, by 80% in the Gulf of Mexico. Dominick Russo of Sarasota and James Russo of Tampa filed the lawsuit last month in […]