Navigation Justice Renatha Francis Supreme Court Justices Renatha Francis and Meredith Sasso and 23 district court of appeal judges have qualified for merit retention on the November 2024 general election ballot. On the trial court side, 191 circuit judges have been elected or re-elected without opposition, while voters will decide another 20 contests.
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It’s time for Florida Bar News Briefs
The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including: The Florida Supreme Court unanimously re-electing Carlos Muñiz for a second two-year term as chief justice. Florida Bar President-elect Designate Rosalyn “Sia” Baker-Barnes sharing her experience and tips for getting ahead […]
DeSantis signs bills providing new mothers an out from jury service and offering more support for domestic violence victims
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a measure that excuses new mothers from jury service, and another that requires court clerks to create a “Hope Card” program for domestic violence victims. HB 461 by Rep. Carolina Amesty, R-Orlando, requires a court to grant an excuse from jury service, upon request, to any woman who has given […]
FFLA to honor Lawrence W. Tyree with a Medal of Honor Award for non-lawyers
Lawrence W. “Larry” Tyree, a retired college president, will receive the 2024 FFLA Medal of Honor Award for a non-lawyer for his “leadership in and stewarding of others through the higher education system to promote equal justice and his devotion to serving The Florida Bar as a volunteer.” The non-lawyer Medal of Honor Award, sponsored […]
May 1, 2024 News and Notes
Andre Mckenney-Dorval of TCB Legacy Law in Hollywood was recognized for outstanding pro bono legal services by the Haitian American Lawyers Association. Wendy A. Mara of Mara Law, P.A., presented on, “Estate Planning Misconceptions,” to the Sunshine Club in Palm Coast, the Ormond Beach Public Library, and the Flagler County Senior Center in Bunnell. Alyssa […]