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Nothing warms our hearts more than seeing lawyers giving their time to pro bono service. ?? Congratulations to all the honorees — keep up the amazing work! ????? Community Legal Services https://lnkd.in/eyN8xwEq

We have an exciting switch-up from our regular mindfulness column from Prof. Scott Rogers! He recently sat down with former ABC News Correspondent Dan Harris to chat about managing your mindfulness during the holiday season—a great read for before you sit down at the dinner table this week. https://lnkd.in/eEsKYg7Y

According to the ABA's 2024 Profile of the Legal Profession, women now make up the majority of law firm associates and are more than 40% of the federal government's lawyers. The ABA releases a demographic profile of the legal profession annually, and the Bar News has the highlights. https://lnkd.in/eqxyX5ud

Chair Renée Thompson has had a big year at the helm of the Florida Bar Solo & Small Firm Section. “This year has been about expanding opportunities and building connections,” Thompson said. “We’ve introduced new initiatives to empower our members, particularly those navigating the unique challenges of solo or small firm practice. It’s been inspiring to see our community grow stronger together.” To launch the Bar year, the section introduced a new tagline, “Small Firms. Big Network,” reflecting its commitment to creating meaningful connections and providing resources for its members. https://lnkd.in/es6FQy4s

Did you miss the Center for Professionalism and the Student Education and Admission to the Bar Committee's webinar a little over two weeks ago? There is no need to fear because it was recorded! Read all about it in the Bar News and catch the link at the end of the article! https://lnkd.in/eYrsHWGG

It's already time for our weekly Sunday scaries article! Finally, colder temperatures have come to Florida, so cozy up with a mug of tea or hot cocoa and your favorite blanket and check out this article from the Business Law Section of the Florida Bar! ????? https://lnkd.in/etVAqD8w

Congratulations on an impactful career in Leon County, Judge Aikens! Best wishes in your retirement! ????? https://lnkd.in/erW-jhap

On November 29, Judge Margaret O. Steinbeck will retire after 26 years on the 20th Circuit bench, leaving her post on the TCBC vacant. 20th Circuit Judge Michael T. McHugh has been appointed to serve the remainder of the term. Congratulations to former Chief Judge McHugh, and best wishes in your retirement, Judge Steinbeck! You will be missed! https://lnkd.in/eCdXgAQR

Congratulations to all the competitors and the Cooley Law School team, Gabriella Logiudice, Safa Kudia, and Colby Weron, for winning Best Brief! ?? Twenty briefs from twenty teams were evaluated for this competition. We can't wait to see what's next for these law students! ??? https://lnkd.in/dJihJASw

Due to the resignations of Fourth Circuit Board member Michael Fox Orr and 17th Circuit Board member Hilary Creary, there are two vacancies on the BOG beginning June 27. If you reside in one of the circuits and are interested in joining the BOG, visit the Bar News article to learn how to fill out a nominating petition. Nominating petitions are due by Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 5:00 pm. https://lnkd.in/e2ax4BMF