Navigation Fifty years after adopting its current name, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid is updating its branding with the release of its 2022 annual report, the first document to bear JALA’s new logo. Titled “Housing Takes Center Stage,” the report shines a spotlight on JALA’s work to prevent unlawful evictions and foreclosures, ensure fair housing laws are […]
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September 1, 2023 Disciplinary Actions
The Florida Supreme Court in recent court orders disciplined 16 attorneys, disbarring four, revoking the license of three, suspending seven and publicly reprimanding two. Benjamin Waldo Buck, Jr., 503 E. Jackson St., #260, Tampa, disciplinary revocation with leave to seek readmission after five years, effective 30 days following an August 17 court order. (Admitted to […]
Count amends rules concerning emergency suspensions when lawyers are charged with a felony
The Florida Supreme Court, acting on its own motion, amended a Bar rule that governs the emergency suspension of lawyers. The amendments, which take effect October 30, pertain to Rule 3-5.2 (Emergency Suspension and Interim Probation or Interim Placement on the Inactive List for Incapacity Not Related to Misconduct). The amendment adds the following sentence […]
Chief Justice Muñiz proclaims September Opioids and Stimulants Awareness Month
Substance use disorders and overdoses resulting from the use and misuse of opioids and stimulants are taking an enormous toll on the lives of millions across the state and nation. The surge in drug overdoses and overdose deaths from opioids and stimulants has resulted in an urgent public health crisis, with over 150 people dying every […]
Board to make appointments in December
Bar Seal The Florida Bar Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancies to be filled during its December meeting. Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference (Middle District): One attorney delegate to represent the Middle District of Florida, to serve a four-year term commencing January 1, 2024. The biennial conference consists of educational opportunities and […]