Navigation With hurricane season still underway through November 30, FFLA has launched a new preparedness resource to help Floridians face the storm and navigate the legal challenges that can follow. The organization’s new tool includes two comprehensive slide sets packed with practical links and actionable tips. The first focuses on key resources and steps to take […]
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Bill seeks privacy protections for public defender support staff
Rep. Bill Partington A Volusia County lawmaker is proposing a public records exemption to shield the personal data of legal assistants who work with Florida’s public defenders and regional conflict counsel. Republican Rep. Bill Partington, an Ormond Beach attorney, filed HB 181 earlier this month.
First-ever YLD Job & Resource Fair scheduled for March 6 in Ft. Lauderdale
Arti Hirani emphasized that the job fair is not just about finding a position — it’s also designed to show young lawyers how to build long-term careers and advance within an organization once they’re hired. The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division will host its first-ever Job & Resource Fair on Friday, March 6, 2026, at […]
Legal Services of Greater Miami hosts annual celebration honoring pro bono volunteers
Roland Potts (left) with Legal Services of Greater Miami CEO Monica Vigues-Pitan, and Richard Davis (right) accepting the 2025 Equal Justice Pro Bono Large Firm Award on behalf of Foley & Lardner at the 2025 Pro Bono Awards Celebration, held October 23 in commemoration of National Pro Bono Week. The Legal Services of Greater Miami […]