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Legal aid benefits the profession and the community

Jeffrey D. Harvey: ‘For early career attorneys wanting to make their mark, there’s huge upside in providing pro bono counsel. Moreover, pro bono work supported by legal aid opens entirely new practice areas for associates who may be somewhat constrained in their career track.’ As attorneys, we enjoy the privilege of regulating our own industry. […]

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Judge Tatiana Salvador leads the Criminal Law Section

Judge Tatiana Salvador: ‘We are dedicated to providing outstanding resources, training, and programming to strengthen our members’ knowledge and skills.’ The Florida Bar Criminal Law Section has elected Fourth Circuit Judge Tatiana R. Salvador to serve as its chair for the 2025–2026 Bar year. “I am deeply honored to serve as chair of the Criminal […]

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It’s time for another 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: The Florida Bar’s Grievance Mediation and Fee Arbitration Program, a free service designed to help resolve these disputes fairly, privately, and efficiently. The Florida Bar hosting its inaugural Paralegal Conference on […]

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Federal judges speak out about harassment and threats

U.S. Courthouse in Tallahassee/U.S. General Services Administration A blistering torrent of F-bombs and death threats, the voicemail is one of hundreds that followed a Rhode Island federal judge’s March ruling in a challenge to a White House budget-cutting proposal. “I don’t know who the hell he (bleeping) thinks he is, but he is stepping way […]

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