Navigation The holiday season and the New Year offer lawyers opportunities to reflect and take stock, to grow and heal, and to make meaningful changes in our lives. Rarely though do such opportunities surface without confronting a few obstacles along the way. Some obstacles are practical considerations that may call for patience or some refiguring. Other […]
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For her historic leadership role, Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes wants to focus on the next generation
Rosalyn Sia Baker Barnes: “I can do the greatest good by being an asset to those that will come after me. That is one of my goals, hopefully, as president, is to try to help bridge the gap for our young lawyers of all backgrounds to be successful.” Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes was a new member […]
Proposal would offer post-trial juror counseling after traumatic cases
Rep. Dan Daley A South Florida lawmaker and prosecutor wants to require the state to offer jurors free psychological counseling. Rep. Dan Daley, D-Coral Springs, filed HB 999 on December 21. Sen. Shevrin Jones, D-Miami Gardens, is sponsoring the companion, SB 866.
A new Florida Bar News Briefs is out: Give it a listen
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 Supreme Court recommending that the Legislature not consolidate judicial circuits. Miami-Dade County Public Defender’s Office embracing AI.
There is still time to apply for the Bar’s Wm. Reece Smith, Jr., Leadership Academy
Applications are being accepted through January 15 for The Florida Bar Wm. Reece Smith, Jr., Leadership Academy for 2024-2025. The Leadership Academy is open to all Florida Bar members who are in good standing. In an effort to achieve diversity among the participants, qualified individuals will be sought from different backgrounds, large and small law […]