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All Courthouses Closed on Nov. 11 in Observance of Veteran’s Day

In observance of Veterans Day, all courts in the 17th Judicial Circuit will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 in honor of those who served and those who continue to serve.

This includes:

  • Broward County Judicial Complex (Main Courthouse) – Fort Lauderdale
  • North Regional Courthouse – Deerfield Beach
  • South Regional Courthouse – Hollywood
  • West Regional Courthouse – Plantation

Regular court operations will resume on Thursday, November 12th, 2026.

by — November 9, 2026 in Announcements
Judge Jackie Powell Shares Insights with FIU Law Students

Judge Jackie Powell spoke last week at the FIU College of Law’s Professionalism Lunch and Learn, hosted by the Black Law Students Association.

The event gave law students an opportunity to meet with a judge, ask questions, gain insights into the legal profession and network with fellow students and a legal professional.

Thank you to the Black Law Students Association for hosting this valuable opportunity to connect with the next generation of legal professionals!

by — November 9, 2026 in Announcements
Courtroom Dedication in Memory of Judge Susan F. Greenhawt

Courtroom 11174 will be dedicated today in memory of longtime Family Division Judge Susan F. Greenhawt, who died on March 10, 2023. Judge Greenhawt was a beloved friend, mentor and source of wisdom to the many whose lives she touched. Judge Greenhawt was appointed to the Circuit Court bench in 2003 by then-Governor Jeb Bush, serving solely in the Family Division until her retirement in 2012. She became a mediator and eventually served as a Senior Judge during the COVID pandemic. The public is invited to attend.

by — November 6, 2026 in Announcements
Domestic Violence Symposium Brings Judges and Service Providers Together

The Judge Michael G. Kaplan Domestic Violence Service Provider Symposium brought together three judges who preside over domestic violence cases and a wide range of community service providers for an opportunity to share information, network and discuss resources available to victims.

Participating judges in the Oct. 29 event included Judges Michael G. Kaplan, Kevin P. Tynan and Stefanie C. Moon, who shared their perspectives and insights with attendees.

The symposium highlighted the importance of collaboration among the courts and community organizations in connecting domestic violence victims with the services and support they need.

by — November 5, 2026 in Announcements
Voters Elect Tamar N. Hamilton to Circuit Court Bench

The 17th Judicial Circuit is pleased to announce the election of Tamar N. Hamilton to the Circuit Court bench. Judge-elect Hamilton will be sworn in next January. Judge-Elect Tamar Hamilton is an experienced attorney, Special Magistrate, and Adjunct Professor of Law at St. Thomas University College of Law. A graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law with honors, she brings more than 12 years of legal experience, including civil litigation, real estate, and probate matters. Born in Jamaica and a Broward County resident for more than 25 years, she is also the Immediate Past President of the Jamaican American Bar Association.

“I am deeply humbled and honored by the trust the people of Broward County have placed in me. This victory is not simply a personal achievement; it is a testament to faith, perseverance, and the power of community,” Judge-Elect Hamilton said.

Welcome to the bench!

by — November 4, 2026 in Announcements
17th Circuit Judges Attend Lanterns of Light Event

Judges from the 17th Judicial Circuit attended the Lanterns of Light event at the Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA) in Dania Beach, showing their support for an important cause.

The event supported efforts to provide free civil legal representation and advocacy to low-income Broward County residents, veterans and children.

Attendees included Judges Jeffrey R. Levenson, Peter Holden, John B. Bowman and Lorena V. Mastrarrigo, along with Fourth District Court of Appeal Judge Jonathan D. Lott.

by — November 4, 2026 in Announcements
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