Bridging Borders: 17th Circuit Hosts Delegation from Indonesia

A contingent of Indonesian judicial delegates recently visited the 17th Judicial Circuit to learn about Florida’s family court system. They discussed The 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, Florida’s Child Welfare system, and general family court practices with Judge Jose Izquierdo, the Circuit’s Hague Convention representative.

The group also received a detailed overview of child custody and child support procedures. Judge Izquierdo shared his expertise on Florida’s approach to international child abduction cases.

Thank you to Judge Izquierdo for hosting the delegation and to attorney Ashley Bober for participating in the visit.

The visit took place on July 23, 2025.

All Broward Courts Closed On Monday, Sept. 1,  in Observance of Labor Day

👏 The 17th Judicial Circuit extends a heartfelt thank you to all our hardworking courthouse employees — from clerks and staff to our dedicated judges. Your commitment to justice and public service helps uphold the rule of law and ensure fair, efficient access to the courts.

We also salute every hardworking individual in our community — your contributions, big and small, help keep our society moving forward. 💼⚖️💙

Thank you for all you do! All Broward Courts will re-open on Tuesday, September 2nd.

#ThankYou #HardWorkMatters #CourtStrong #JusticeInAction #17thJudicialCircuit #RuleOfLaw #PublicService #Gratitude

Official Sign Now Marks Community Court’s Downtown Home

After being displaced following the flooding at Fort Lauderdale City Hall, the Fort Lauderdale Community Court — now located at 18 NW First Ave. in downtown Fort Lauderdale — proudly displays new signage to welcome community members seeking services. The sign marks a new chapter for the court.

📸 Pictured: Presiding Judge Florence Taylor Barner — known affectionately as Judge Flo — who continues to lead the court in its mission to connect individuals with the resources they need. Her bailiff Leticia Johnson is on the right.

17th Circuit Judges Share Expertise at Statewide Conference

Judges from the 17th Judicial Circuit served as both learners and leaders at the 2025 Florida Conference of Circuit Judges in Orlando earlier this month.

  • Judge Jeffrey R. Levenson led a session on case management.
  • Judge Keathan B. Frink spoke on judicial and personal security.
  • Judge Lauren M. Alperstein presented “Show Me the Money – Beyond the Basics of Equitable Distribution.”

We’re proud to have such exceptional knowledge and experience right here in the 17th Judicial Circuit.

Come Celebrate the Robing of our Newest Judge!

Join us in celebrating the investiture of Marlon J. Weiss as a Circuit Court Judge in the 17th Judicial Circuit at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, September 12th, 2025 in the ceremonial courtroom #WW17150. This special ceremony honors Judge Weiss’s commitment to justice and public service. We look forward to welcoming colleagues, friends, and community members to mark this important milestone.

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