Navigation Gov. Ron DeSantis made two circuit judge appointments February 10. Jack Schlechter of Niceville to serve as judge on the First Judicial Circuit Court Schlechter has served as a county court judge for Okaloosa County since 2022. Previously, he was an attorney at AnchorsGordon, P.A. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida […]
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Cybersecurity, investing in the state courts, and legal authenticity on 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: Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiling his $115.6 billion “Focus on Fiscal Responsibility” budget proposal, which includes substantial investments in the state’s court system. Florida Bar members being one step closer to receiving […]
Be a Humble Lawyer
Jim Vickaryous I nominated a friend for an award given to lawyers who are generous with their time. When given the prestigious award and publicly recognized for his generosity, he said to me, “I don’t know why I am getting this – I don’t deserve it.” I replied, “And that is why you are being […]
Judge Francis J. ‘Frank’ Allman re-elected chief judge of the Second Circuit
Chief Judge F. Allman The judges of the Second Judicial Circuit have re-elected Chief Judge Francis J. “Frank” Allman to a second term, which begins July 1. The circuit serves Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, and Wakulla counties.
Family Law Section underwrites fees for 11 students to attend Marital and Family Law Review Course
Family Law Section Chair Christopher Rumbold, center, with 2025 Student Stipend Recipients at the 2025 AAML-Florida Chapter/Family Law Section Marital and Family Law Review Course held in Orlando last week. As part of its mission to support and mentor the next generation of family law attorneys, the Family Law Section awarded 11 students, each in […]