To view the new Nineteenth Judicial Circuit’s Differentiated Case Plan, which will take effect on Friday, April 30th, 2021 in all new civil cases, click here: https://t.co/SdWehl17Vc
Supreme Court Order:
https://t.co/akZ89DFktk
Chief Justice Charles Canady issued an order allowing courts around Florida to lift requirements to wear masks and distance from others while in courtrooms during proceedings. Read more: https://t.co/6oVJJB2jnj
Chief Justice Canady has lifted requirements for health screening and masks in public spaces of courthouses throughout the state. Masks and distancing are still required in individual courtrooms during court proceedings.
See the message here: https://t.co/PI8yoQ2eMW
Are you a new law school graduate? We'd love to hear from you!
The courts are hiring. We are recruiting for two staff attorney positions in St. Lucie County. Submit your resume, (3) writing samples and unofficial transcripts to [email protected]
Phone: 772-807-4383
2021 FLORIDA BAR PRESIDENT'S PRO BONO SERVICE AWARDS: 19th Judicial Circuit Honoree Kim A. Cunzo
Congrats to Kim A. Cunzo for all her outstanding pro bono efforts over the past year with @Frls_Inc in the @19thCircuit (Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties)!
Members of the Florida Bar:
Provide input as the Supreme Court maps the future of the judicial branch. Help the Judicial Management Council, anonymously, to identify issues and trends. Take the survey here:
https://t.co/kLcKFEgg8p
These graphics depict the status of the Florida Supreme Court and district courts of appeal. For more detailed information, refer to https://t.co/puoKSjNsJc and the individual district court websites, all linked in one place here https://t.co/BpcP3eZF3P.
Due to an air-conditioning mechanical issue, the Okeechobee courthouse is closed Wednesday August 12th through the weekend. Tentative plans for reopening are Monday, August 17th. Anyone with questions about their previously scheduled case should contact the clerk at 863-763-2131.
This chart reflects the status of courts in each county and provides a snapshot of where things are state-wide. For more detailed information, refer to https://t.co/OPVrl2Kl0S
Today is the first workshop. There's still time to register Email [email protected] or call 772-807-4388
Five virtual workshops will be held on a variety of timely topics related to opioids and the courts. August 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th and Sept 11th, from 12:30 – 3:00 PM EST
Florida Courts Opioid Initiative focuses on effective responses to opioid use disorder, especially in problem-solving courts. Five virtual workshops are scheduled on topics related to opioids and the courts. More details at https://t.co/qiO0YWH9oi
If you were recently summonsed for jury duty you should have received an insert along with your summons. It outlines the steps the courts are taking to stay safe and the process to be excused if you meet certain COVID-related criteria. Sign and return the insert if applicable.
May 1st is Law Day and the centennial of the 19th amendment. The first place in the American South where women were allowed to vote occurred 5 years before the Amendment was enacted and it was right here in the 19th Circuit - in the tiny Florida town of Fellsmere.