The House will conduct its first interim committee week December 2-6. The Senate will follow, December 9-13. During interim committee weeks, lawmakers typically hold budget and policy workshops, take testimony, and begin moving priority bills. floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

Do you know which appellate judges will be on your ballot for merit retention voting in November? If you're feeling a little worried about casting those votes, you're not alone, and we're here to help. ✅🗳️ Check out our site, TheVotesInYourCourt.com, for guidance!

Opinions for September 12, 2024, are now online. ow.ly/JusF50Sb1gG

State and federal judges, President-elect Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes, and other experts will headline a new @TrialLawSection seminar next month in Lake Buena Vista, where topics will range from AI to the Supreme Court’s comprehensive civil procedure reforms. floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

"The old carpenter’s advice, 'measure twice, cut once,' is just as applicable to lawyers as it is to those that swing a hammer. Maybe it’s even wiser for lawyers to measure their work three times." Read Governor Vickaryous' column in the Bar News! floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

DBR: In recent filings announced by the Florida Supreme Court ... the court addressed important considerations lawyers must consider as AI, and the public’s understanding of it, advances. law.com/dailybusinessr…

DBR: Recent changes in Florida law have profoundly affected the need to apply the concept of differentiated case management (DCM) and in turn has expanded the need for the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in civil cases in Florida. law.com/dailybusinessr…

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As a member of The Florida Bar, you have access to a TON of benefits, including the legal research platform Fastcase - now vLex Fastcase! They are hosting 2 webinars to teach you all about how to use the new and improved Fastcase - check it out! floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

"Thanks to the efforts of our local PBC FAWL and Judge Feuer, along with coordination by court administration, nursing mothers in our courthouses, whether ... a member of the public, staff, or attorneys, can feel more welcomed,” Chief Judge Kelley said. floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

The Second DCA released written opinions today. 2dca.flcourts.gov/Opinions

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DBR: The trial court awarded over $4.5 million to Joan, Cheryl, and SDC, imposing a constructive trust on John’s SDC shares. The DCA vacated some rulings, including those related to fraudulent concealment and the constructive trust. law.com/dailybusinessr…

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Iiiiit's FEEL GOOD FRIDAY tiiimee!! Remember when Jacksonville Area Legal Aid was named a best place to work in Jacksonville? They are out there making a difference in their community! 💪🙌✨ floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

New material has been posted to the Supreme Court website in Michael James Jackson v. State of Florida (reply brief). See the filing and the docket here: ow.ly/N4o250TnhKZ

Counsel to Counsel applications are due by October 4! Finding a mentor or mentee is difficult! If you are a new lawyer looking for some guidance or an experienced lawyer looking to dole out some wisdom, Counsel to Counsel can help! ⚖️✨💪 floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

Pensacola News Journal: The judge said after court that he is aware some of the enrollees will slip up, and that is to be expected. The ultimate goal, he said, is to provide the assistance needed to help overcome missteps and complete the program. pnj.com/story/news/loc…

ICYMI, there is a new episode of Never Contemplated available, and if you're anything like us, you need something new to listen to while you tidy up the house over the weekend! It's a great episode to get you thinking this weekend! Center for Professionalism floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…