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🍹 First Friday Happy Hour 🍹

The Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association recently hosted another great evening of networking, connection, and amazing energy. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night one to remember!

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Congratulations to Judge Rodney Smith on receiving the Honorable Gerald Kogan Judicial Distinction Award from the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

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Join the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association for our First Friday Happy Hour this week at one of Miami’s newest and most vibrant spots — Kitchen & Kocktails! Owned by Attorney Kevin Kelley

📅 May 1, 2026
⏰ 6 PM
📍 Kitchen & Kocktails

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Join the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association for our First Friday Happy Hour this week at one of Miami’s newest and most vibrant spots — Kitchen & Kocktails! Owned by Attorney Kevin Kelley

📅 May 1, 2026
⏰ 6 PM
📍 Kitchen & Kocktails

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⚖️ Ethics, Mental Health & Substance Abuse CLE 🧠
Join The Florida Bar this Friday, May 1, from 12–1 PM for a practical and engaging CLE webinar focused on the real challenges lawyers face today.
🎓 Earn 1.0 CLE credit (including Mental Health & Wellness and Substance Abuse)

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🔍 Focus on the Field: Tax Law 💼

The Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association is proud to highlight the diverse practice areas of our members.
This week, we’re spotlighting Tax Law and recognizing members making an impact in this field.

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Join the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association for our First Friday Happy Hour this week at one of Miami’s newest and most vibrant spots — Kitchen & Kocktails! Owned by Attorney Kevin Kelley

📅 May 1, 2026
⏰ 6 PM
📍 Kitchen & Kocktails

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The Haitian Law Association hosted a successful gala! Congratulations to our member, Marck Joseph, who was awarded and honored as Member of the Year at the HLA’s gala!

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Award recipients for Annual Gala:
•R. Donahue “Don” Peebles - Corporate Citizen Award;
•Hans Ottinot, Esq. - Trailblazer Award; 
•Melba Pearson, Esq. - Community Service Award; 
•Yaneth Baez, Esq. - Public Service Award;
•Jeremy McLymont - Rising Star Award

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Interested in being a sponsor at our 2026 Annual Scholarship and Installation Gala? We still have many opportunities available! Register to be a sponsor Today!

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The Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter of the National Bar Association will be hosting its Community Engagement Clinic on May 2nd. The clinic will be offering free legal assistance, resources and Community support. All volunteers and participants are welcome!