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Florida Bar Association

October 14, 2020

Ethics panel looks at implications of lawyers using online payment apps

The ethical ramifications of using online payment services such as PayPal, Venmo, and Apple Pay, some of which...

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Florida Bar Association

October 14, 2020

Criminal Procedure Rules Committee rejects proposal that would ‘disfavor’ remote tech

The Criminal Procedure Rules Committee has voted down a proposed rule that would have “disfavored” the use of...

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Florida Bar Association

October 13, 2020

Middle District of Florida Bar renewal extended through December 31

In consideration of the challenges presented by the pandemic, the judges of the Middle District of Florida extended...

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Florida Bar Association

October 13, 2020

The Supreme Court Committee on Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases has an opening

The Supreme Court Committee on Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases is accepting applications for membership on the...

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Florida Bar Association

October 13, 2020

Mediation Week highlights benefits of ADR in Florida’s courts

Chief Justice Charles Canady proclaims October 11-17 as Mediation Week in Florida’s courts, marking the importance of alternative...

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