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The Robing of Three New Judges

The 17th Judicial Circuit celebrated the addition of three new County Court judges with an investiture ceremony that was packed with well wishers. Congratulations to Judges Corey B. Friedman, Woody R. Clermont and Kathleen E. Angione on your investiture today! An amazing accomplishment. We are delighted to have you at the 17th Judicial Circuit. Judge Friedman presides over first appearances at the main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, Judge Clermont presides at the South Regional Courthouse in Hollywood and Judge Angione presides at the North Regional Courthouse in Deerfield Beach. Welcome to the Circuit! And thank you to the Broward County Bar Association for organizing this lovely event!

by — February 28, 2025 in Announcements
WLRN Checks in with Retiring Chief Judge Judge Jack Tuter

Retiring Chief Judge Jack Tuter recently sat down with WLRN reporter Carlton Gillespie to recap his years as Chief Judge and discuss some of the challenges, highs and lows of his tenure in the 17th Judicial Circuit. Judge Tuter is retiring from the bench as of May 1st. Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips will follow him as Chief Judge. Read WLRN’s article and listen to the radio broadcast HERE.

by — February 28, 2025 in Announcements
Celebrating Two Judicial Robings!

Congratulations Judges Johnathan D. Lott and Lauren N. Peffer on your Investitures today! Judge Lott presides in Family Court in Fort Lauderdale and Judge Peffer presides in County Court at the West Regional Courthouse in Plantation. In attendance today was County Mayor Mark D. Bogen, Chief Judge Jack Tuter, a host of judges and lots of family and friends. Many thanks to the Broward County Bar Association for organizing this event. Welcome to the 17th Judicial Circuit Judges Lott and Peffer! We are delighted to have you on the team!

by — February 21, 2025 in Announcements
Supporting Youth and Adults with Special Needs

Eight judges from the 17th Judicial Circuit recently attended the Friendship Circle’s Annual Luncheon, a nonprofit which provides services for youth and adults with special needs. The staff at the Friendship Grill is comprised of special needs adults. Attending judges at the 1/26/2025 event included Tabitha B. Eves, Michael I. Rothschild, Lorena V. Mastrarrigo, Kim Theresa Mollica, Michael Davis, Ari Abraham Porth, Melinda Brown and Chris Brown. An incredible group that does so much good in our community!

by — February 21, 2025 in Announcements
Hollywood Community Court Turns One!!

Happy first birthday Hollywood Community Court and presiding Judge Corey A. Cawthon. Amazing job! The Caring Place, where court is held, was packed this week for a one-year celebration marked by speeches, sweets and lots of joyful hugs. Hollywood Community Court is a unique venue that changes lives with compassion and caring. The City of Hollywood noticed and issued a proclamation honoring the court’s one-year anniversary. The 17th Judicial Circuit also operates Community Courts in Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach, where Judges Florence Taylor Barner and Betsy Benson preside. Judge Cawthon, working with the City of Hollywood and a huge array of service providers has held more than 600 hearings in the past year and paved the way for nine graduations from the program. Keep up the amazing work. Read our press release HERE. Watch the City of Hollywood’s video HERE.

by — February 20, 2025 in Announcements
A Fond Farewell and an Interview with NBC

Chief Judge Jack Tuter recently sat down with NBC reporter Tony Pipitone to discuss his impending retirement, his lengthy career as a South Florida judge, the highs and lows of his career and what he plans to do when he leaves the bench. Judge Tuter announced on Feb. 12th that he would retire from the bench on May 1, 2025. His career as a judge began in 2005 when he was appointed to the bench by then Governor Jeb Bush. He was subsequently elected in 2008 and then re-elected in 2014 and 2020. Judge Tuter has served as Chief Judge for eight years. Gov. Ron DeSantis will appoint someone to fill the final year of Judge Tuter’s six-year term. Judge Tuter, will miss you greatly! Best of luck in your next adventure! Watch the NBC news clip HERE.

by — February 18, 2025 in Announcements
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