Navigation Supreme Court Clerk John Tomasino is the recipient of this year’s Appellate Practice Section James C. Adkins Award for his efforts to modernize and streamline Florida’s appellate courts. Pictured from the left are Justice Meredith Sasso, Tomasino, Justice Jamie Grosshans, and Justice John Couriel. “Clerk Tomasino’s vision, expertise, and unwavering dedication to improving Florida appellate […]
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Grieco petitions for Bar reinstatement
Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, Michael Christopher Grieco has petitioned the Supreme Court of Florida for Bar reinstatement. Grieco was suspended from the practice of law for a period of one year by order of the Supreme Court of Florida dated June 27, 2024, for violation of Rule 3-4.3 (A lawyer shall not commit any act […]
State Attorney Amira Fox leads the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association
State Attorney Amira Fox State Attorney Amira Fox has been named president of the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association (FPAA). The gavel was passed during the FPAA’s 2025 Summer Education Training Program, held at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs. Fox has served as the association’s vice president since 2023.
Duval County Judge Gary Flower presented Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence
Chief Justice Carlos Muñiz, right, presented the 2025 Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence to Judge Gary Flower. Muñiz said the nominating materials for Judge Flower showed how he exemplifies the professional responsibilities of a judge, and the standards expected of the legal profession. Duval County Judge Gary P. Flower, described as a valued colleague […]
FCCC launches newly redesigned website
Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers (FCCC) has launched a newly redesigned website at www.FLClerks.com. The FCCC says the updated website “reflects continued commitment to transparency, accessibility, and innovation in service to Florida’s Clerks of the Circuit Court, Comptrollers, government partners and the public.” “Our goal with this redesign was to create a more modern and […]