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Board of Governors to consider rule and bylaw revisions at May meeting
When it meets May 16 in Key West, the Board of Governors will consider dozens of proposed rule and bylaw amendments, from scrubbing outdated references to mental health conditions, to streamlining the approval process for certified legal interns. Convening for the last time in the Bar year, the Board of Governors will also weigh a […]
Legislature sends vexatious litigation reform to the governor
Sen. Erin Grall The House voted unanimously Tuesday to grant final legislative approval to a Judicial Management Council workgroup’s proposal to strengthen Florida’s “vexatious litigant” law. The House voted 115-0 to approve SB 1652, a public records exemption by Republican Sen. Erin Grall, a Vero Beach attorney.
Legislature backs Elder Law Section supported bill to serve internet scammers via digital platforms
Sen. Jonathan Martin An Elder Law Section proposal to protect vulnerable adults from “unascertainable” internet scammers has cleared the Legislature. The House voted 115-0 Tuesday to approve SB 106 by Republican Sen. Jonathan Martin, a Ft. Myers attorney and former prosecutor.
Eighth Circuit JNC extends judicial application deadline
The Eighth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has extended its deadline for submission of applications for the vacant circuit court seat created by the retirement of Judge Moseley to May 13 at noon. Applicants must meet the qualifications for a circuit court judge as set forth in the Florida Constitution and Florida statutes. All persons interested […]