OCALA, Fla. — The Marion County Clerk of Court and Comptroller’s Office has received 10 certificates for best practices from Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers. The certificates recognize compliance in areas including financial policies, procurement …
The Florida defense bar will find it easier to dismiss cases brought by plaintiffs lying about claims under an appellate review test backed by the state high court Thursday. Plaintiffs who commit “fraud on the court” can have their entire claims dismissed …
In a major ruling that settles a split across Florida’s legal landscape, the Florida Supreme Court decided Thursday that judges can award prejudgment interest to ensure the fair division of marital property during a divorce. The high court’s 4-1 decision …
Brian M. Malec The Florida Bar Tax Section Nominating Committee has nominated Brian M. Malec, a shareholder with Dean Mead in Orlando, to serve as the section's 2027–2028 chair-elect. Malec is Florida Bar Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates …
Tara Green Tara Green, Clay County circuit court clerk and comptroller, was installed as chair of the Clerks of Court Operations Corporation (CCOC) 2026-2027 executive council during its June 22 meeting, held in conjunction with the 2026 Florida Court …
By Westside Gazette Staff The Westside Gazette proudly congratulates Florida International University College of Law Assistant Dean Phyllis Williams Kotey on being sworn in as a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar, one of the legal profession’s highest …
Initially heralded by the Supreme Court as a “step forward in improving the justice system of this state,” Florida’s 44-year-old board certification program now claims 5,032 lawyers. The latest Board of Legal Specialization and Education report shows that …
The Florida Bar has renewed its relationship with M&T Bank, ensuring members will continue to receive free access to the Nota trust accounting platform, a cloud-based tool designed to help lawyers manage their trust accounts more efficiently and remain …
Assistant Public Defenders Cameron Costello, Narianna Kretschmer, Leyana Quintero, Natalie Temme, and Aaron Taylor received the 2026 Gideon’s Hope awards for their outstanding contributions to public criminal defense. The five were recognized for their …
Retired Broward County Judge Robert W. Lee, left, curated an exhibit of historical artifacts and 12 panels related to local judicial history displayed at History Fort Lauderdale's New River Inn museum throughout May. Above, he explains one of the …
July 7, 2026, 6:44 p.m. ET The Brevard County Commission honored the nonprofit Community Legal Services for 60 years of service. CLS provides free civil legal representation to low-income families and at-risk individuals in 12 Florida counties. CLS assists …
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Bay County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday directing the County Attorney to seek a formal opinion from the Florida Attorney General on whether the Bay County Clerk of Court’s pre-audit authority …
July 6, 2026, 5:03 a.m. ET The 10th Judicial Court in Polk County is adding a sixth division to handle family law cases. This new division was created to address population growth, particularly in the county's northeast region. The change aims to …
Bryan Simpson U.S. Courthouse in Jacksonville. | Florida Trib file photo For years, Florida’s lawyers told a federal judge that fixing its Medicaid termination notices — letters the court found so confusing they violated the Constitution — would be …
The Florida Supreme Court has tasked its Steering Committee on Problem-Solving Courts with revising the best practice standards or guidelines for adult drug courts, mental health courts, DUI courts, and veterans courts by June 30, 2028, “to ensure best …
President-elect Paige Greenlee honored as Outstanding Woman of the Year The Young Lawyers Division recognized six lawyers and jurists for their achievements, leadership, and service during the recent Bar Convention in Orlando, with Bar President-elect …
Senior U.S. District Judge Patricia Seitz, center, accepts the inaugural Patricia Ann Seitz Outstanding Lawyer Professionalism Award from outgoing Bar President Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes, right, and Charise Morgan, chair of the Standing Committee on …
A Boca Raton attorney is facing charges after she allegedly attacked her husband following separation counseling with a Pastor. BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A 38-year-old Boca Raton attorney is facing a …
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