Navigation The Second Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission sent six names to the governor to fill a circuit vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Robert Wheeler. After interviews and deliberations, the nominees are listed in alphabetical order as follows: James Beville Click Here To Read The Full Article
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College of Law Spring 2025 Commencement on May 4
About this Event Donald L. Tucker Civic CenterAdd to calendar The FSU College of Law spring 2025 graduation ceremony will take place on May 4, 2025 at 11 a.m. at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Fourth Circuit honors 236 attorneys for their pro bono service
Aaron Irving of Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Samantha Howell of Three Rivers Legal Services, keynote speaker retired Florida Supreme Court Justice Peggy Quince, and Fourth Judicial Circuit Judge Steven Fahlgren at the 2025 William A. Van Nortwick, Jr. Presentation of the Pins Ceremony held April 25 at the Duval County Courthouse. Attorneys in the Fourth […]
LSC report finds civil legal aid yields $7 for every $1 invested
Civil legal aid delivers a powerful economic return — an average of $7 for every $1 invested — according to a new nationwide analysis by the Legal Services Corporation (LSC), which calls such a return “rare” for publicly funded programs. The 14-page report, “The Economic Case for Civil Legal Aid: A Systematic Review of Economic […]
FSU Law leads charge to prioritize mental health in legal education
Lawrence Krieger: ‘Law school can create significant stress and anxiety for students who are equipped with the right mindset and practices to cope. We know from research that those feelings can lead to significant mental health challenges. While academic success is emphasized, the importance of well-being is often overlooked. Our goal is to help students […]