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Be a Respectful Lawyer

In the dynamic and often challenging landscape of the legal profession, the significance of respect cannot be overstated. Lawyers, as stewards of justice and advocates for their clients, play a pivotal role in shaping the legal environment. A respectful approach not only enhances individual success but also contributes to a harmonious and ethical legal community….

Timothy Danninger leads the Florida Board of Bar Examiners

The Florida Board of Bar Examiners (FBBE) has announced new leadership and four new board members, marking an important transition period as the board continues its work toward the implementation of the NextGen Bar Exam in July 2028. Timothy Danninger of Jacksonville was named chair of the FBBE, effective November 1. Danninger, a commercial litigator…

Jones Foster celebrates Veterans Appreciation Month with donation to Paws 4 Liberty

Jones Foster celebrated Florida’s inaugural Veterans Appreciation Month by honoring Lake Worth-based nonprofit Paws 4 Liberty. The month of recognition celebrating the achievements and sacrifices of veterans was signed into Florida law this year by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Jones Foster made a monetary donation through the firm’s community involvement program, Jones Foster Impact. Paws 4…

FAMU Law Students Visit United Nations Human Rights Council

Six Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law students, led by Professor Jeremy Levitt, recently embarked on an educational mission to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva. “This exceptional initiative offered students firsthand exposure to the intricate world of international diplomacy and human rights advocacy, equipping them with critical skills essential for both bar…

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  1. The Florida Bar

    JONES FOSTER CELEBRATES VETERANS APPRECIATION MONTH WITH DONATION TO PAWS 4 LIBERTY

    The Florida Bar | Article | November 14, 2024
  2. The Florida Bar

    COURT APPROVES CLE CREDIT FOR PRO BONO SERVICE

    Jacksonville Daily Record | Article | November 13, 2024
  3. Judiciary

    APPEALS JUDGE TOLD STATE ATTORNEY HOW TO HANDLE RESENTENCING WHILE BADMOUTHING OTHERS, TEXTS INDICATE

    ABA Journal | Article | November 12, 2024
  4. Civil Justice

    TAMPA JURY AWARDS $5.2 MILLION TO WOMAN AFTER CAR CRASH LEADS TO EMERGENCY SPINAL SURGERY

    Daily Business Review | Article | November 13, 2024

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