Navigation Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, John Francis Lakin has petitioned the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement. Lakin was suspended from practice of law for two years, effective May 29, 2019, for misconduct. Any persons having knowledge bearing upon Lakin’s fitness or qualifications to resume the practice of law should contact:
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Bill to protect clerk employees’ identities is on its way to the floor
Rep. Dan Daley A bill that would create a public records exemption for court clerks, their deputies, and clerk personnel, is heading to the House floor. The House Judiciary Committee voted 19-0 on Tuesday to approve HB 983 by Democratic Rep. Dan Daley, a Coral Springs prosecutor. The bill sailed through two previous committee stops […]
Young lawyers scholarships available for the Virtual Solo & Small Firm Tech Conference — apply by February 9
Ten scholarships are available for young lawyers to attend the Solo & Small Firm Section’s February 23 half-day, virtual, technology and wellness CLE event. “TECH UP: Transform Your Law Practice — and Your Life” will focus on the technology needs of solos and small firms with an emphasis on ways to incorporate A.I. and software […]
Measure to assist victims of domestic violence obtain protective orders is on the House floor
Rep. Alina Garcia A measure that would make it easier for domestic violence victims to seek protective orders is headed to the House floor. The Judiciary Committee voted 20-0 on Tuesday to approve HB 761 by Rep. Alina Garcia, R-Miami.
Court ends Bar diversity funding
The Florida Supreme Court has directed The Florida Bar to eliminate funding for diversity and inclusion initiatives from its forthcoming budget, a move that includes the removal of allocated funds for the Bar’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee. Paul Flemming, the Supreme Court’s director of Public Information, said that Chief Justice Carlos Muñiz supports and advocates […]