Navigation The Board of Governors has submitted three non-lawyer candidates to the Florida Supreme Court, one of whom will be selected to serve as a public member. At a March 15 meeting in Coconut Grove, the board voted to nominate Connie Bookman of Pensacola Beach, Karen Cespedes of Hollywood, and Orlando Rolón of DeLand. A screening […]
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Group Professionalism Award goes to the Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers Leadership Academy
The specific goal of HAWL’s Leadership Academy is to retain women in the legal profession by empowering them with the tools to achieve their professional goals while making space for their fulfillment in other areas of their lives. The Florida Bar’s Standing Committee on Professionalism will present its Group Professionalism Award to the Hillsborough Association […]
Nominations sought for 2024 Florida Registered Paralegal of the Year
The Florida Registered Paralegal Enrichment Committee is now accepting nominations from legal aid groups, civic organizations, lawyers, and fellow paralegals for candidates for its 2023 FRP of the Year Award. FRP of the Year Award honors individuals who have demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to enhancing communication, networking, and camaraderie among FRPs. Consider the following […]
Family Law Section seeks nominations for its Alberto Romero Making A Difference Award
Alberto Romero Nominations are being accepted through May 12 for the Family Law Section’s Alberto Romero Making a Difference Award recognizing the work of section members and affiliates who provide outstanding pro bono services, engage in significant volunteer community activities that improve the lives of Florida’s children and families, and inspire others to volunteer. Submissions […]
Professor Chuck Ehrhardt honored with Annual Law Faculty/Administrator Professionalism Award
Professor Emeritus Charles “Chuck” Ehrhardt has won the 2024 Law Faculty/Administrator Professionalism Award. Tampa attorney and former Judge Claudia Isom, a former student, pointed to “Ehrhardt on Evidence,” and “Florida Trial Objections,” as proof that Ehrhardt’s influence stretches far beyond the classroom. “His booming voice, incredible retention of appellate case citations and credibility as the […]