Navigation Bar President-elect Michael Orr of Jacksonville, from the left, swears in Out-of-State Division President Mindi Wells of Columbus, OH; President-elect G. C. Murray II, of Dulles, VA; Treasurer Tim Brown of Tysons, VA; and Secretary Lauren Bingham of Washington, D.C. The Bar’s Out-of-State Division ushered in new leadership for the 2025–2026 term during its swearing-in […]
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Why legal aid is the fulfillment of our founding ideals and can assist in solving the law’s looming crisis
Jeffrey D. Harvey John Adams’ influence on the judiciary and the role of the law and lawyers is still felt today. His belief that defendants deserved equal counsel under the law directly influenced the Sixth Amendment, and today’s concept of legal aid is a direct result of his thinking. Adams was deeply committed to equal […]
Proposed amendments to the Small Claims Rule 7.070 (Method of Service of Process)
The Small Claims Rules Committee, in compliance with Florida Rule of General Application and Judicial Administration 2.140(b)(2), invite comments on proposed amendments to Small Claims Rule 7.070 Method of Service of Process. Interested persons have until August 15, 2025, to submit any comments, electronically, to Amanda Roath Duffy, chair of the Small Claims Rules Committee, […]
Seventh Circuit JNC recommends candidates to fill a circuit and St. Johns County vacancy
The Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission convened for the purpose of selecting and submitting a list of qualified lawyers for appointment to the St. Johns County Court and the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court. The Seventh Judicial Circuit Court includes Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns, and Volusia counties. These appointments shall fill a vacancy created by the […]
Scams, democracy, and health law on this week’s Florida Bar News Briefs
The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including: A Bar member from Pensacola warning colleagues about a new, highly sophisticated scheme aimed at plaintiff’s attorneys — involving a fabricated personal injury claim, fake defendants, and counterfeit settlement checks. Jacksonville […]