Navigation Raymond F. Brady received the 2022 Tobias Simon Pro Bono Service Award. Because of Brady’s efforts, more than 30 attorneys (and about 150 law students), have volunteered to provide more than 1,000 hours of pro bono service to approximately 400 clients. After 35 years as a pro bono volunteer with Three Rivers Legal Services, Brady still not […]
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House Judiciary moves measure to create a sixth DCA
Rep. Tommy Gregory The House Judiciary Committee has endorsed a measure that would create a Sixth District Court of Appeal in Pinellas County and authorize seven new district court of appeal judgeships. The panel voted 19-0 on January 20 to approve JDC 1, a proposed committee bill by Rep. Tommy Gregory, R-Bradenton.
Bill to support retired police dogs moves
A proposal to provide subsidized veterinary care for retired law enforcement dogs is now moving in the Florida House. The House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Subcommittee voted 14-0 on January 18 to approve HB 25 by Rep. Sam Killebrew, R-Winter Haven. “Law enforcement dogs receive extensive training and may serve in a law enforcement […]
Foundation opens Loan Repayment Assistance Program application process for legal aid lawyers
The Florida Bar Foundation has opened its 2022 Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) application for Florida civil legal aid lawyers. 2021 LRAP participants in good standing who remain eligible for the program may access the application at https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=fbf until 5 p.m. EST on Tuesday, February 1. “We are very pleased to be able to provide […]
Proposal would limit the scope of citizen initiatives
Over the objection of Democrats, unions, civil rights and environmental groups, a House panel has endorsed a proposal to limit the scope of citizen initiatives. The Public Integrity and Elections Committee voted 11-5 on January 18 to approve HJR 1127 by Rep. Mike Beltran, R-Valrico. A companion, SJR 1412 by Sen. Jason Brodeur, R-Lake Mary, […]