Navigation Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed five judges in May. Ray Treadwell of Tallahassee to serve as judge on the First District Court of Appeal. Treadwell has been a shareholder at Lawson Huck Gonzalez since 2023. Previously, he served as chief deputy general counsel to the Executive Office of the Governor. He was also the general counsel […]
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June 1, 2025 Disciplinary Actions
The Florida Supreme Court in recent court orders disciplined 14 attorneys, disbarring two, revoking the license of three, suspending seven, and reprimanding two. Alexis Trischa-Day Benjamin, 5907 Sheridan St., #B1, Hollywood, suspended for six months effective nunc pro tunc to December 1, 2024, following a May 1 court order. (Admitted to Practice: 2007) Benjamin was […]
Florida Supreme Court JNC to interview candidates for statewide prosecutor
The Florida Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission will conduct interviews on Thursday, June 19, to fill the position of Statewide Prosecutor, following a request from the Attorney General. The interviews will begin at 10:30 a.m. and be held virtually; the electronic link will be provided in advance. The candidates and scheduled interview times are as […]
Stuart Weissman named president of Miami-Dade Bar Association
Stuart J. Weissman The Miami-Dade Bar Association has ushered in a new era of leadership with the appointment of Stuart Weissman as its newly installed president. As president, Weissman, a partner at Ratzan Weissman & Boldt, is placing mentorship, inclusion, and accessibility at the heart of his vision. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Stephanie Marchman receives Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association’s Tomlinson Professionalism Award
Stephanie Marchman, left, and Melanie Shore. Florida Bar Board of Governors member Stephanie Marchman has received the 2025 James L. Tomlinson Professionalism Award, the Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association’s premier honor. The award is presented to an Eighth Judicial Circuit lawyer who has demonstrated consistent dedication to the pursuit and practice of the highest ideals […]