Navigation Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, William Robert Amlong of Ft. Lauderdale has petitioned the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement. On February 4, 2021, Amlong was suspended for 91 days for failing to properly supervise his associate and failing to take action to ensure that his associate complied with discovery requests and honestly advised the parties and the court of […]
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Lucente petitions for Bar reinstatement
Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, Janet Peralta Lucente of Weston has petitioned the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement. On May 13, 2020, Lucente was suspended for 91 days for contempt for her failure to comply with Rule 3-5.1(h), R. Regulating Fla. Bar. Any persons having knowledge bearing upon Lucente’s fitness or qualifications to resume the practice of law should contact Cheryl […]
Condominium Law and Policy on Life Safety Task Force working on recommendations
THE REAL PROPERTY, PROBATE AND TRUST LAW SECTION Condominium Law and Policy on Life Safety Task Force has been meeting weekly since July 6 with the goal of determining “if there are any amendments or changes to the existing law that would either prevent or minimize the likelihood of another tragedy like Surfside Champlain Towers South.” This […]
FACDL calls for remote proceedings for some court busniess
Jude Faccidomo The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers is urging the courts to return to a more robust use of remote proceedings to counter a recent spike in COVID-19 infections. FACDL President Jude Faccidomo said remote proceedings are more efficient “and frankly, safer.” However, he stressed that the association is calling for greater use […]
76 Florida lawyers earn board certification
The Board of Legal Specialization and Education congratulates the 76 lawyers who recently earned Florida Bar board certification, which recognizes attorneys’ special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in various areas of law and professionalism and ethics in practice. Board certified lawyers are “Evaluated for Professionalism and Tested for Expertise.” Florida’s legal ranks currently feature over 5,000 […]