Navigation Gov. Ron DeSantis made three county court judicial appointments on June 2. Branden Henderson of Odessa to serve as judge on the Hillsborough County Court Henderson has worked as counsel at First American Law Group since 2020. Previously, he was an attorney at Weller Legal Group. He earned his bachelor’s degree from James Madison University […]
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Governor makes five judicial appointments in May
Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed five judges in May. Ray Treadwell of Tallahassee to serve as judge on the First District Court of Appeal. Treadwell has been a shareholder at Lawson Huck Gonzalez since 2023. Previously, he served as chief deputy general counsel to the Executive Office of the Governor. He was also the general counsel […]
June 1, 2025 Disciplinary Actions
The Florida Supreme Court in recent court orders disciplined 14 attorneys, disbarring two, revoking the license of three, suspending seven, and reprimanding two. Alexis Trischa-Day Benjamin, 5907 Sheridan St., #B1, Hollywood, suspended for six months effective nunc pro tunc to December 1, 2024, following a May 1 court order. (Admitted to Practice: 2007) Benjamin was […]
Florida Supreme Court JNC to interview candidates for statewide prosecutor
The Florida Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission will conduct interviews on Thursday, June 19, to fill the position of Statewide Prosecutor, following a request from the Attorney General. The interviews will begin at 10:30 a.m. and be held virtually; the electronic link will be provided in advance. The candidates and scheduled interview times are as […]
Stuart Weissman named president of Miami-Dade Bar Association
Stuart J. Weissman The Miami-Dade Bar Association has ushered in a new era of leadership with the appointment of Stuart Weissman as its newly installed president. As president, Weissman, a partner at Ratzan Weissman & Boldt, is placing mentorship, inclusion, and accessibility at the heart of his vision. Click Here To Read The Full Article