Navigation Judge Beth Bloom Some South Florida federal judges are taking to social media in hopes of demystifying the courts, enhancing civics education, and building a greater appreciation for judicial independence and the rule of law. “As you know, there’s a lot of toxic rhetoric and disinformation about the work of the federal branch,” said U.S. […]
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Bar webinar to address legal-security collaboration in cyber defense
To help attorneys stay ahead of the curve with continuously morphing cyberthreats, the Bar’s Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Committee will present a one-hour, free webinar on Thursday, September 11 at noon. To register for the webinar, “Bridging the Gap: Legal and Security Team Dynamics,” click here. “Lawyers and cybersecurity professionals often approach the same challenges […]
CABA hosts Inaugural Convention and Judicial Luncheon
The CABA 2025 Inaugural Convention and Judicial Luncheon was held August 7-8. Among the attendees were, from left, CABA President-elect Jordi Martinez-Cid; Roberto Martinez of Colson Hicks Eidson; Marcos Jimenez of León Cosgrove Jiménez; Judge Yara Lorenzo Klukas; Markenzy LaPointe of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman; Wifredo Ferrer of Holland & Knight; Chief Judge Ariana Fajardo […]
U.S. Southern District halts e-filing of sealed criminal documents after cyberattack
The Southern District of Florida has suspended the electronic filing of confidential documents in criminal cases following a cyberattack on the federal court system’s core case management platforms. “Pursuant to Administrative Order 2025-54, Local Rule 5.4 (Filings Under Seal; Disposal of Sealed Materials) is suspended as applied to electronically filed sealed documents in criminal cases […]
11th Circuit JNC to interview 30 judicial applicants
The following 30 individuals will be interviewed by the 11th Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission to fill vacancies on the circuit court (one) and the Miami-Dade County Court (two) created by the enactment of SB 2508. The interviews are scheduled in the order each application was received. 8:15 AM