NEW DOR MAGISTRATE ASSIGNMENTS – EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 3RD
New DOR Magistrate Assignments – Effective February 3rd
| Magistrate | Divisions |
| Magistrate James Williams | FA, FC, FW |
| Magistrate Judette Fanelli | FD, all north and south divisions |
This will affect newly filed and reopened cases but will not impact any cases currently set for a hearing in front of a specific magistrate.
For pending related cases, please refer to A.O. 5.101, which states: If there are two or more related DOR cases in different divisions, the DOR Magistrates shall confer and determine the best method of handling these cases.
Please contact Tara Kranz at TKranz@pbvgov.org with any questions.
FLORIDA BAR FT. LAUDERDALE OFFICE SEEKING VOLUNTEER ATTORNEY
The Florida Bar Fort Lauderdale Office is requesting a volunteer attorney to assist in handling an inventory proceeding concerning a deceased attorney.
The attorney passed away in February of 2018. Attempts to complete the inventory have not been successful. There is an operating and trust account. It is unknown how much, if any funds, are in either account. The inventory attorney would need to make that determination. There are approximately 7 boxes of closed files. The contents of the boxes will need to be reviewed to determine if there are any original documents to return to clients. The inventory attorney will be reimbursed by the Bar for out of pocket costs. Those interested can contact William Mulligan (WMulligan@floridabar.org) and Randi Lazarus (rlazarus@floridabar.org).
PETITION FOR REINSTATEMENT BY BRIAN JOHN MURTHA
RE: Petition for Reinstatement by Brian John Murtha Case No. SC19-1886 TFB File No. 2020-30,327 (18C) (CRE) Dear Ms. Callow: Pursuant to R. Regulation Fla. Bar 3-7.10, Mr. Murtha has petitioned the Supreme Court of Florida for reinstatement to The Florida Bar. A copy of that petition is enclosed. Pursuant to an order from the […]Read More
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The School District of Palm Beach County, Office of General Counsel, is seeking a Paralegal to work in a fast-paced, diverse legal office that supports public education in Palm Beach County, Florida. The position requires an experienced Paralegal with a demonstrated record in transactional practice and demonstrated ability to be a self-starter. The candidate should […]Read More
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The Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancy to be filled during its March 20, 2020, meeting: Supreme Court’s Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee: One lawyer to fill a four-year term commencing July 1, 2020, and ending June 30, 2024. This is a 12-member committee that renders 20 to 25 written advisory opinions […]Read More
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WEST PALM BEACH, FL – On November 7, 2019, the15th Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee hosted its inaugural Pro Bono Awards Pinning Ceremony and Ice Cream Social. The Pinning Ceremony recognized attorneys in our community who went above and beyond to provide pro bono legal services in 2018 in conjunction with the Legal Aid Society […]Read More
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Dear Governor DeSantis: The Judicial Nominating Commission for the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit takes pleasure in certifying to you the following nominees to fill the County Court vacancies in Palm Beach County that was the subject of your Letter to Convene dated October 3, 2019: 1. Peter Bassaline 2. Melanie Casper 3. Lloyd Comiter 4. Laura […]Read More