Navigation Gov. Ron DeSantis has requested that the Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission convene for the purpose of selecting and submitting a list of qualified lawyers for appointment to the Putnam County Court. This appointment will fill a vacancy created by the resignation of the Judge Elizabeth Morris. The Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission shall accept […]
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Aven petitions for Bar reinstatement
Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, Bryon R. Aven of Lithia has petitioned the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement Aven was suspended from the practice of law for two years by an order of the Supreme Court dated September 14, 2023, effective October 21, 2023. Aven was suspended because while employed as an assistant state attorney, he […]
Gary Lesser sworn in for second term as president of Jewish Lawyers Association of Palm Beach County
Florida Supreme Court Justice John Couriel, left, and JLA President Gary Lesser Former Florida Bar President Gary S. Lesser was sworn in for a second term as president of the Jewish Lawyers Association of Palm Beach County during an installation ceremony held September 16 at the Historic Palm Beach County Courthouse. Florida Supreme Court Justice […]
Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida hosts inaugural Pro Bono Reception
CCLA Chair Berbeth Foster, from the left, honorees Alison F. Smith and Jill A. Ginsberg, and CCLA Executive Director Lisa Goldberg. Two South Florida attorneys were recognized for their commitment to public service at Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida’s (CCLA) inaugural Pro Bono Reception, held September 18 at the Ft. Lauderdale office […]
51st Annual Public Employment Labor Relations Forum returns to Orlando October 16–17
Janeia Ingram The Florida Bar’s City, County, and Local Government Law Section and Labor and Employment Law Section will host the 51st Annual Public Employment Labor Relations Forum on October 16–17 at the Marriott Orlando World Center. This program is the premier statewide event for attorneys and professionals who practice in public sector labor and […]