Navigation The following individuals have applied to the Second District Court of Appeal Judicial Nominating Commission for nomination to fill the vacancy on the Second District Court of Appeal resulting from the resignation of Judge Darryl C. Casanueva. Michael C. Baggé-Hernández Danielle L. Brewer
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Judge Robert W. Lee reflects on his role in Florida’s historic 2000 recount
Judge Robert W. Lee It was the year 2000 and the outcome of the presidential election hung by a chad. The historic recount in Florida generated death threats, worldwide media coverage, and late-night talk show spoofs before it landed in the U.S. Supreme Court. Broward County Judge Robert W. Lee had a front row seat. […]
FFLA receives two cy pres awards totaling $309,957
FFLA, formerly The Florida Bar Foundation, has received cy pres awards totaling $309,957 from two class action settlements. FFLA will use the awards to fund legal aid throughout Florida. “FFLA is honored to be the recipient of these awards, as it reflects the trust and confidence the courts have in our ability to administer funding […]
Cup of Justice Golf Classic raises almost $85,000 for the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
Chuck Whitney, Scott Butler, Grier Pressly, and Kevin Probel won the Annual Cup of Justice Golf Classic benefitting the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach. Tracey Benson Photography The 22nd Annual Cup of Justice Golf Classic, hosted by the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County on October 14, raised almost $85,000 to support the […]
Keep your guard up — new cashier’s check scam targets arbitrators
Lawyers across Florida are being warned about a resurgence of the old cashier’s check scam, with recent reports indicating that arbitrators are the latest targets. Shanell Schuyler, director of the Attorney Consumer Assistance Program (ACAP) and Intake Department of The Florida Bar, emphasizes the importance of vigilance as this scheme re-emerges. The Florida Bar has […]