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Florida AG’s office joins others investigating Fauci’s COVID-19 response

Acting Attorney General John Guard has joined a coalition of state attorneys general in an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci’s role in the COVID-19 pandemic response. The coalition, led by South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, says it is demanding accountability for alleged mismanagement, misleading statements and suppression of scientific debate. In a February 5 […]

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Governor elevates two county judges

Gov. Ron DeSantis made two circuit judge appointments February 10. Jack Schlechter of Niceville to serve as judge on the First Judicial Circuit Court Schlechter has served as a county court judge for Okaloosa County since 2022. Previously, he was an attorney at AnchorsGordon, P.A. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida […]

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Foley Announces 2025 New Partner Class

Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of 17 lawyers to the firm’s partnership, effective February 1, 2025. The new partners span all four of the firm’s key sectors — Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing – and bring deep knowledge within specific areas of the law.“This new […]

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Cybersecurity, investing in the state courts, and legal authenticity on Florida Bar News Briefs

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including: Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiling his $115.6 billion “Focus on Fiscal Responsibility” budget proposal, which includes substantial investments in the state’s court system. Florida Bar members being one step closer to receiving […]

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