Navigation As a result of the retirement of Judge Robert Wheeler, there is a vacancy on the Second Circuit Court bench. Gov. Ron DeSantis has asked the Second Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission to provide him with qualified nominees for these vacancies by no later than May 2. Complete, unredacted applications for these vacancies must be received […]
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Bernice Gaines Dorn Black Women Lawyers Association created
Retired Florida Supreme Court Justice Peggy Quince and Florida Bar President-elect Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes served as discussion panelists addressing the theme “Honoring our past and shaping the future,” at the inaugural installation brunch of the Bernice Gaines Dorn Black Women Lawyers Association. Shown above is the swearing-in ceremony for the organization’s board of directors, officiated […]
Eight nominated to fill two new Hillsborough County judicial positions
The 13th Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has forwarded the names of eight individuals to the governor to fill two new Hillsborough County Court judgeships created by the enactment of HB 5401. The nominations include: Adam L. Bantner II
Groups renew request to block Florida social media law
Days after a federal judge dismissed the original lawsuit, two tech trade associations filed a renewed complaint challenging a new Florida law that requires social media companies to shield minor children from harmful online content and to bar certain youths from holding social media accounts. On March 17, U.S. District Judge Mark Walker granted Florida […]
Attorney General James Uthmeier Presents Back to Blue Award to Kirsten Bridegan of the Bridegan Foundation
Attorney General James Uthmeier presented the Back the Blue award to Kirsten Bridegan for her extraordinary support of law enforcement and the community through the Bridegan Foundation. “By turning tragedy into a source of compassion, Kirsten Bridegan is making a lasting impact on law enforcement and our communities,” said Attorney General James Uthmeier. “I’m honored […]