Navigation F. Wallace Pope, Jr. We are mourning the loss of a foundation of our firm. Wally Pope passed away on September 3, months after being diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He was 84. Wally was a founding partner of Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns in 1973. After graduating with honors from the University of […]
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Florida lawyers must designate an inventory attorney — here’s how
What happens when a lawyer suddenly becomes unable or unwilling to practice law? Catastrophic illness or injury, or absence due to required military service could halt a lawyer from practicing while legal matters are ongoing. Normally, the attorney’s law firm or partner handles the situation. But what happens when such resources are unavailable? To protect […]
11th Circuit JNC sets interview schedule to fill three judicial openings
The following individuals will be interviewed September 9 by the 11th Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission to fill vacancies on the 11th Judicial Circuit Court (one) and the Miami-Dade County Court (two) created by the enactment of SB 2508. Members of the public are invited to attend the interviews and submit any information they have regarding […]
Survey finds growing trust in state courts amid rising security concerns
At least one survey suggests there’s growing public confidence in state courts, despite judges nationwide facing a recent wave of threats and harassment. A “State of the State Courts” survey of 1,000 registered voters from December 2024 showed 63% of respondents expressing a “great deal” or “some” confidence in state courts — a 2% gain […]
Fourth Circuit JNC sends six names to the governor to fill a circuit vacancy
The Fourth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission on September 2 interviewed 10 applicants to fill a new circuit judgeship created by the enactment of SB 2508. Following deliberations, the commission nominates the following six individuals (in alphabetical order and without any preference) to Gov. Ron DeSantis: Marquita Green Click Here To Read The Full Article