Navigation John T. Wigginton: ‘It was not without some feeling of sadness and regret that we witnessed the demise of the Florida State Bar Association at its annual convention in Ormond Beach last April. Through the splendid leadership and unselfish work of its members, the Association has written upon the record of the legal profession in […]
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Shutts Orlando donates over 1,300 pounds of food in Thanksgiving service event
The Orlando office of Shutts & Bowen recently completed a Thanksgiving Food Drive and assembly event, collecting more than 1,300 pounds of food for the Orlando Christian Service Center. Led by co-chair of the firm’s Pro Bono Committee, Michael Gore, attorneys and staff donated a wide range of Thanksgiving staples, including boxed stuffing, instant […]
This Thanksgiving, try thanks-receiving
Reflecting on what you’re grateful for can be very beneficial. This is probably not news to you. Tips like keeping a daily gratitude journal by jotting down a few things you’re grateful for, and thanking people for their kindness, have been widely popularized in recent years because these practices are simple, accessible, and supported by […]
George C. Young American Inns of Court explores ethics and pitfalls of AI in the courtroom
George C. Young American Inns of Court recently presented, “The Use of AI to Craft Openings, Closings, and Directing Cross-Examination: Ethical Imperatives and Practical Realities.” The George C. Young American Inns of Court continued its ongoing focus on artificial intelligence with a recent program titled, “The Use of AI to Craft Openings, Closings, and Directing […]
Board to weigh wide-ranging rule and policy revisions December 5
The Board of Governors will consider a host of proposed rule, policy, and bylaw revisions when it meets December 5 in Orlando The Legislation Committee’s proposed amendments to series 900 of the standing board policies would offer more guidance to bar groups that have not been “consistently following procedures” and asking questions about compliance over […]