Navigation Attorneys who have achieved 50 years of practice, even if they spent part of their careers in other states, can be recognized for their dedication and service. The Florida Bar will recognize veteran lawyers during a luncheon at the 2023 Annual Florida Bar Convention, tentatively scheduled for Friday, June 23, 2023, at The Boca Raton […]
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Supreme Court amends a host of Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
From revealing confidential information to prevent death or substantial bodily harm to retired lawyers to IOTA trust accounts, the Supreme Court March 16 amended 17 Bar rules and one bylaw. The Bar’s proposals were all approved by the Board of Governors. The more significant amendments, according to the court, include: Click Here To Read The […]
Measure looks to assist returning felons return to work
Rep. Kevin Chambliss The House Commerce Committee has approved a criminal justice reform measure that advocates say will help former felons return to the workforce. The committee voted unanimously March 17, without discussion or debate, to approve HB 489 by Rep. Kevin Chambliss, D-Miami. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Courthouses lactation room clears the Senate
Sen. Lori Berman The Senate has approved a measure that would require Florida courthouses to have dedicated lactation spaces, long a priority of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers. The Senate voted 39-0 on March 15 to approve SB 144 by Sen. Lori Berman, D-Boynton Beach. Click Here To Read The Full Article
The Florida Bar proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024
The Florida Bar proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 Click Here To Read The Full Article