October 2020
September 30, 2020
Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg, several voluntary bar associations joined The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division, Florida Association for Women Lawyers, FJA Women’s Caucus Section and the Florida Hispanic Bar Association …
September 30, 2020
While the pandemic has altered the landscape for membership organizations, it has ignited a renewed spirit in leadership. For voluntary bars it further reinforced that we are all much stronger together …
September 30, 2020
Covering 20 judicial circuits in 50 days, Florida Bar President Dori Foster-Morales engaged with the judiciary, voluntary bar leaders and Florida Bar members from Pensacola to the Keys …
September 30, 2020
As part of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, the Broward County Hispanic Bar Association and the Broward County Bar Association hosted “The Florida Jurist: Recognizing Hispanic Excellence” …
September 30, 2020
Helping women get elected to office is the latest focus of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers. As an incentive, FAWL is offering grant money to local chapters in this ambitious election effort …
September 30, 2020
Several of the Palm Beach County Justice Association Board of Directors volunteered their time on Sept. 30 to work voter protection phone bank. As an association, PBCJA has a long-standing tradition …
September 30, 2020
The Broward County Bar Association has an umbrella committee that brings together the leadership of the local VBs to work together in a cohesive manner …
September 28, 2020
Members of the Lee County Bar Association are helping United Way bag and box personal protective equipment kits to assist residents throughout the community …
September 28, 2020
Dogs are easily aware of our emotional state and can sense anxiety and stress and they need zen time too! The Collier County Bar Association took stress-relief to a whole new level on Sept. 26 …
September 28, 2020
For its first Tikkun Olam project of the year, the B’nai B’rith Justice Unit # 5207 sponsored “Honey Cakes” delivered by the Chabad of Coral Springs. The special gift …
September 28, 2020
The D.W. Perkins Bar Association hosted a virtual consultation via Zoom to help convicted felons register to vote. Attorneys from the Perkins Bar assisted returning citizens with eligibility checks …
September 27, 2020
On Sept. 3, the Polk Association for Women Lawyer members tested their trivia skills in a virtual night of fun and games. The event was hosted by Sporcle. Teams competed for prizes …
September 27, 2020
Orange County Bar Association members assembled virtually on Sept. 26 for Rebellious Warrior Yoga. The Zoom class included a five-minute empowering meditation that moved …
September 27, 2020
Meeting jointly, the Tallahassee Barristers Association and Tallahassee Women Lawyers enjoyed a presentation on present and historical barriers to the right to vote …
September 25, 2020
The Broward County Bar Association hosted a program on Sept. 25 with various leading countywide voices—including Sheriff Greg Tony and other Police Chiefs and leaders, police union counsel …
September 25, 2020
What’s the secret to making a great cheeseboard? Just ask the members of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association.
Jennifer Richardson and Jen Smith Thomas …
September 25, 2020
Bringing timely and impressive speakers to a voluntary bar event is much more efficient and easier through a virtual connection. Members of the South Miami Kendall Bar Association are taking advantage …
September 24, 2020
Making face coverings to be donated is the latest community service event hosted by the Miami Dade Association for Women Lawyers. MDFAWL President Ardith Bronson led …
September 24, 2020
The Palm Beach County Bar Association Membership Committee hosted its first “Coffee Talk” program on Working Parents with School Aged Children on Sept. 23. Participants enjoyed the opportunity …
September 24, 2020
The Federal Bar Association – Tampa Bay Chapter hosted Staying in the Game, Resilient Leadership – Part 1 on Sept. 23. The webinar focus was on leadership, diversity and inclusion in an age of unprecedented change …
September 24, 2020
The Central Florida Women Lawyers Association’s Virtual Remote Rendezvous for Sept. 22 was “Pandemic Pen Pals.” The event provided the chance to write letters to the elder residents …
September 24, 2020
More than 400 members attended the Hillsborough County Bar Association “Welcome Home” Virtual Membership Luncheon on Sept. 22. The featured speaker was Steve Davis …
September 23, 2020
The Dade County Bar Association kicked off its lemonade Lemonade Series on Sept. 23 with Dan Spears and Grammy nominated songwriter, Tim James. James surprised the virtual crowd …
September 23, 2020
Last fall, 15 lawyers, six Florida State University Law students, and other legal professionals became Thunderdome Tallahassee Class 6. After a season of fighting for justice for local families …
September 22, 2020
Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers held its first membership meeting of the 2020-2021 year on September 17. Dr. Joanne L. Smikle presented strategies and wisdoms for creating and fostering …
September 18, 2020
The first podcast episode of NEVER CONTEMPLATED is now available on most platforms. In “Make No Apologies,” Judge Rachel Nordby shares her professional experiences …
September 17, 2020
September 17 was a busy night for the Jacksonville Bar Association. JBA hosted a virtual happy hour with the Duval Delegation and our its Government Relations Committee …
September 17, 2020
Many public relations practitioners believe that a company’s logo is the single most important part of their identity. The Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers wanted a refresh …
September 16, 2020
The Hon. Daryl Manning of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit led the installation of the George Edgecomb Bar Association’s 2020-2021 executive board on Sept. 15. The swearing-in ceremony took place …
September 16, 2020
Members of the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association shared more than java with the judges on Sept. 16. Members were invited to pick up a Vietnamese Coffee Kit from Qreate Coffee + Studio …
September 15, 2020
Wellness often begins with a walk! And pets need good health habits too! Join the Volusia/Flagler Association for Women Lawyers First Virtual Pet Walk Fundraiser. Take a walk with your dog, cat, horse, bird or any animal …
September 14, 2020
Providing a helping hand to the homeless is the focus of a Face Mask and Dry Goods Drive benefiting Lotus House in Miami. Beginning Sept. 23, attorneys are encouraged to donate …
September 12, 2020
On Sept. 9, the Hillsborough County Bar Association Young Lawyer Division partnered with the HCBA to host a Law Student Virtual Social Event for anyone that has been affected by …
September 11, 2020
A new composite photo of members of the Indian River County Bar Association now adorns the Indian River County Courthouse. The leaders of IRCBA were also among attorneys on a Zoom meeting with seven local judges …
September 11, 2020
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, two Broward County Bar’s joined together to recognize the area’s 17 Hispanic judges …
September 11, 2020
Law school prepared them for the bar exam and now the Orange County Bar Association is preparing them to practice law …
September 11, 2020
The South Palm Beach County Bar Association hosted a membership reception 2020 style on Sept. 10. Members and sponsors gathered …
September 10, 2020
Frances De La Guardia is the current president of the Cuban American Bar Association. She has focused much of her pro bono work on providing legal services …
September 10, 2020
The Florida Bar has expanded its member benefit program to offer discounted insurance to recent law school graduates who have had to put their careers on hold …
September 10, 2020
Since the announcement of the Supervised Practice Program, the YLD has been creating a webpage where potential supervising attorneys can be listed …
September 10, 2020
The Palm Beach County School District needs about 20,000 more computers for students. The shortage is having a disproportionate impact on minority children …
September 10, 2020
The Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association hosted General Elections – Voting 101 – a virtual event on Sept. 9. Topics of discussion included the importance of voting, voting trend …
September 8, 2020
The Paul C. Perkins Bar Association hosted its Annual Scholarship and Installation Virtual Soiree on Sept. 1. Jared A Brooks was sworn in …
September 8, 2020
In the September 7 episode of the new video series “On the Docket with Dori,” Bar President Dori Foster-Morales sits down with Florida Association for Women Lawyers President Kimberly Hosley …
September 7, 2020
Kendra Parks is the new Executive Director of the Miami Dade Trial Lawyers Association. Parks succeeds Yara Garcia who retired earlier this year. Parks says she is excited to meet and work …
September 4, 2020
The Town of Miami Lakes and the Miami Lakes Bar Association hosted a legal forum on Sept. 3 for senior citizens. The event was broadcast live on Facebook and featured a panel …
September 4, 2020
The first Pathways to the Bench Event hosted by the Coalition of Florida APIA Affiliates was a tremendous success. Participants heard from inspiring panelists …
September 4, 2020
Staff members and volunteers of the Orange County Bar Association were treated to pizza and dessert recently for their assistance …