The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• Justice Charles Canady closing the final oral argument of his Florida Supreme Court service with words that were as reflective as they were emotional.
• Gov. Ron DeSantis releasing a $117 billion spending plan for the coming fiscal year that would fund many court priorities.
• The Florida Bar Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Committee alerting members to the dangers they face.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• The Florida Bar’s Cybersecurity & Privacy Law Committee sharing a series of practical steps to help lawyers reduce their exposure to cyber attacks.
• A Southwest Florida lawmaker’s efforts to enhance security for appellate court clerks is once again on the move in the Legislature.
• Lawyers facing felony charges being subject to a new disciplinary rule.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• The Florida Supreme Court once again asking lawmakers to add more trial judges. This year, the justices are certifying the need for 13 new circuit court judgeships and 12 for county courts.
• Local bar groups hoping for more flexibility in their lawyer referral services.
• A growing Bar program that’s helping attorneys better connect with their communities is also opening new doors for their practices.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• Justice Charles Canady — widely praised as ethical, principled, and deeply committed to public service — announcing he is stepping down from the Florida Supreme Court to begin a new role at the University of Florida.
• A bipartisan proposal to reform Florida’s wrongful death law heading to the House floor
• Chief Justice Carlos Muñiz assuring visiting lawmakers that the public will soon see the benefits of 39 new trial and appellate judges approved last session.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• The Florida Bar’s Professional Ethics Committee playing a critical role in guiding attorneys on the rules that govern the legal profession, helping ensure that lawyers uphold the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.
• Mentee registration remaining open for Counsel to Counsel, The Florida Bar’s free, app-based mentoring program.
• FFLA developing a new Elder Law Grant Program to address the needs of Florida’s rapidly growing elderly population.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• A House panel last week agreeing to reform Florida’s “sovereign immunity” system that caps damage awards in lawsuits against the government.
• Lawmakers turning their attention to artificial intelligence with several bills proposing guardrails to protect taxpayers, policyholders, and patients.
• The Florida Bar again warning members about fraudulent emails that appear to come from the Bar.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division hosting its first-ever Job & Resource Fair on March 6 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale — giving new attorneys a chance to meet top employers, network with colleagues, and gain career-building insights.
• The Supreme Court approving a Funding Florida Legal Aid request to reserve $96.4 million of the $260.4 million in IOTA funds collected during the 2024–25 fiscal year — maintaining a rolling reserve to promote stability in legal aid funding.
• A Volusia County lawmaker proposing a new public records exemption to protect the personal data of legal assistants working for public defenders and regional conflict counsel.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• Can a former state attorney defend clients charged by his former office.
• The Judicial Qualifications Commission getting a new executive director — and at a challenging time.
• A Florida Bar employee marking 55 years on the job.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• Florida courts prioritizing case management technology, judicial security, and salary improvements in their legislative budget request for the next fiscal year.
• The Florida Bar encouraging attorneys to take just five minutes to make a difference — by signing up for Florida Free Legal Answers.
• A bill to expand Florida’s Wrongful Death Act moving quickly through the House.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.

The latest edition of Florida Bar News Briefs, a weekly podcast dedicated to what’s happening in the legal profession, is now available with stories including:

• The Bernie McCabe Second District Court of Appeal Courthouse set to open later this year in St. Petersburg — on time and on budget.
• Women now making up 41.4% of Florida Bar members.
• Florida prosecutors and public defenders asking lawmakers for more funding to meet growing demands — including caseloads tied to a wave of new judges.

Florida Bar News Briefs is a production of The Florida Bar Journal & News Department.