Navigation The Florida Bar’s Appellate Practice Section tried something new recently to boost networking and camaraderie among members. Following feedback from a recent member survey calling for more social opportunities, Chair Joe Eagleton organized informal, in-person meet-ups across the state immediately after the Appellate Practice Section’s virtual committee meetings. Members gathered simultaneously in multiple cities, including:
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Shutts & Bowen celebrates pro bono month with statewide service initiatives
Shutts & Bowen’s Miami office hosted an educational Pro Bono Month celebration and panel discussion featuring Chief Judge Laurel M. Isicoff of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida and Stephanie Grosman of Dade Legal Aid, followed by a networking reception. In recognition of Pro Bono Month on October, Shutts & Bowen […]
Fourth Circuit JNC sets interview schedule
As a result of the enactment of SB 2508, there is one new judicial position that has been created in the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court. Gov. Ron DeSantis has asked the Fourth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission to provide him with qualified nominees for that position. The JNC received eight applications and will interview the applicants […]
Goldstein, Buckley collecting Toys for Tots donations
For the 19th consecutive year, Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith is partnering with the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation to bring holiday cheer to children in need. Toys will be collected through December 15, when they will be picked up and distributed by Toys for Tots to approved local social […]
Law Rocks Miami returns for Fourth Annual Legal Battle of the Bands
Legal professionals in Miami are trading briefcases for guitars, drumsticks, and microphones for a night of music and philanthropy. The Fourth Annual Law Rocks Miami will take the stage Thursday, November 20, at Gramps, with doors opening for VIPs at 5 p.m. and general admission at 6:30 p.m. The concert kicks off at 7 p.m., and […]