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The Fight Against Human Trafficking and the Role of Healthcare Providers on November 20, 2024

November 20, 2024 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET Webinar Human trafficking has become a nationwide epidemic, with nearly 1 million people living in the condition of modern slavery in the U.S. Many of these victims have a range of health consequences. Despite up to 80 percent of trafficking victims accessing healthcare during their […]

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FSU College of Law Earns Another High National Ranking

For the second consecutive year, Florida State University College of Law has been tabbed as the nation’s eighth-ranked law school for best value by the National Jurist’s PreLaw magazine. The prestigious ranking highlights law schools that provide an exceptional return on investment, factoring in bar exam passage rates, post-graduation employment rates and tuition costs compared […]

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Greenberg Traurig’s Seth J. Entin Speaks at IBA’s New Era of Taxation Conference

Seth J. Entin, shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.’s Tax Practice, spoke on a panel at the International Bar Association (IBA)’s “The New Era of Taxation” conference held in Lisbon Nov. 6-8. Entin spoke on the panel, “Cross border equity and long-term incentive plan structures,” which covered equity and long-term incentive plans for international startups, […]

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Make time for 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: Incoming House Speaker Daniel Perez laying out reforms to improve the efficiency and transparency of the legislative process. Bar President Roland Sanchez-Medina, Jr., opening up about the pressures attorneys face in […]

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Cooley Law School hypes the importance of pro bono

Cooley Law School’s Career and Professional Development department hosted a panel discussion about the importance of pro bono. The event featured seven panelists, including 13th Circuit Judge Wendy DePaul. Pictured are panelists with Cooley faculty and staff.  In the front is Nery Alonso. In the back from the left are Shameka Conwell (Associate Director of […]

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