Navigation Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced two new judicial vacancies in the 10th Judicial Circuit resulting from the resignations of Judge James Sloan and Judge Joseph Fuller. Accordingly, the 20th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission is now accepting applications for these vacancies. Applicants must be able to fulfill the Constitutional qualifications before assuming the office of […]
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Benitez petitions for Bar reinstatement
Pursuant Rule 3-7.10, Leo Benitez has petitioned the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement. Benitez was suspended from practice of law for one-year effective August 21, 2023, for violation of Rules 4-3.3, 4-3.4(c), 4-8.4(c) and 4-8.4(d) of the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar. Any persons having knowledge bearing upon Benitez’s fitness or qualifications to resume the […]
Goldstein, Buckley collecting Toys for Tots until December 10
Toys for Tots donations are being collected by the law offices of Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz until December 10. For the 18th year, Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz are collecting toys to be distributed by the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation. Toys will be collected through December 10, when they […]
President Roland Sanchez-Medina, Jr., discusses stress, mental health, and the value of Bar involvement
Roland Sanchez-Medina, Jr.: ‘What helps is confiding in colleagues and being part of a bar association. We do care at the Bar. It’s not just about the work; it’s the relationships.’ “It doesn’t matter where in life you are, all attorneys suffer from the same things — the workload, the constant juggling of responsibilities, and […]
Florida House announces major operational changes for 2025 Legislative Session
Rep. Daniel Perez As Florida lawmakers prepare for the 2025 Legislative Session, incoming House Speaker Daniel Perez, R-Miami, has outlined a series of changes designed to improve the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of legislative operations. In a memo to House members on November 13, Speaker-designate Perez, a lawyer, highlighted several key reforms, including a streamlined […]