Navigation “The evolving world of communications has changed many aspects of life in the 21st century, but the foundation of public trust that courts need to carry out their mission must remain as solid as it has been for more than two centuries.” With those words five years ago, the Florida Supreme Court approved a statewide Court […]
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Legal Services of Greater Miami receives $50,000 gift
Paul L.E. Helliwell The Helliwell Family Foundation continues to lead by example with the $50,000 multi-year pledge over five years in its continued commitment to support Legal Services of Greater Miami. The gift is intended to fund The Helliwell Legal Fellowship in honor of Paul L.E. Helliwell, an attorney who committed his career to his […]
Panuccio reappointed to Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission
Gov. Ron DeSantis July 14 reappointed Jesse Panuccio to the Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission. Panuccio was previously the acting associate attorney general at the United States Department of Justice. He also served as general counsel to former Gov. Rick Scott. He received his bachelor’s degree from Duke University and law degree from Harvard Law […]
Group counseling sessions help lawyers who are mothers
One participant talked about her recent miscarriage. Another, contemplating becoming a mother, asked how other attendees balanced pursuing professional excellence with parenthood. The setting was a weekly group counseling session for women attorneys who are also mothers. It is the product of a partnership between the Bar’s Mental Health and Wellness of Florida Lawyers Committee […]
Animal Law Section honors Judge Dempsey with Judicial Achievement Award
SECOND CIRCUIT JUDGE ANGELA DEMPSEY, right, was the recipient of the Animal Law Section’s 2021 Judicial Achievement Award. The award was created to recognize the contributions of judges in Florida to animal law. Specifically, the section recognized Judge Dempsey for her support of the Animal Law Section’s core mission — to educate the Bar and public […]