Welcome Judge Pascale Achille, who was sworn in today by Judge Fabienne E. Fahnestock! Judge Achille is assigned to Division 33, Family.
Judge Achille brings a wealth of experience to the bench, having served for 12 years as an Assistant State Attorney with the Broward State Attorney’s Office, including as a member of the Homicide Trial Unit since 2018. She was previously assigned to the Sexual Battery and Career Criminal Units. Earlier in her career, she spent eight years as a civil attorney handling federal and state matters, drafting appellate briefs, and arguing before the Second and Fifth District Courts of Appeal. Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Judge Achille to the bench on Dec. 8, 2025 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Gary M. Farmer, Jr.
We are excited to have you on our team. The 17th Judicial Circuit proudly welcomes you, Judge Achille!
