Navigation The Board of Governors of The Florida Bar gives notice of filing with the Supreme Court of Florida, on or about November 3, 2025, a petition to amend the Rule Regulating The Florida Bar. 5-1.1. A summary of the proposed amendments is printed below. RULE 5-1.1 TRUST ACCOUNTS Within subdivision (g)(5)(B), replaces the existing calculation […]
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Bill would expand protections for domestic violence victims
Sen. Barbara Sharief A South Florida lawmaker is renewing an effort to make it easier for domestic violence victims to seek protective court orders. Sen. Barbara Sharief, a Broward County Democrat, filed SB 32 on September 1 for the 2026 legislative session. Click Here To Read The Full Article
FSU Law Class of 2028 sets record for academic excellence
FSU College of Law fall applications increased by 16.7% over the previous cycle, with only 15.9% of applicants admitted. The change underscores the growing competitiveness of FSU Law’s admissions process. (Florida State University/College of Law) Proudly touting the credentials of its entering juris doctor (J.D.) Class of 2028, the Florida State University College of Law […]
Florida judges who endured threats to speak at national judicial safety forum
Judge Jennifer Johnson Two Florida judges who have faced direct threats to their safety — including one who was the subject of a violent, computer-generated deepfake video — will speak at a national forum this month aimed at exposing the growing dangers confronting judges across the country. The “Speak Up for Justice” forum, titled “Unprotected […]
19th Circuit accepting applications to fill two judicial vacancies
As the result of the resignation of 19th Circuit Court Judge Lawrence M. Mirman and the additional seat created pursuant to SB 2508, the 19th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission it is accepting applications for two vacancies on the circuit bench. Applications must be received no later than 5 p.m., Eastern, on Friday, October 3. […]