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Learning Ways to Improve Public Trust

Our very own Trial Court Administrator Joe D’Amico and hundreds of other court administration personnel from across the country met in Atlantic City, NJ, last week for the mid-year conference of the National Association for Court Management (NACM). Discussion focused on the theme: “Taking Action on Public Trust and Confidence.” Joe is the co-editor Court Manager, a national publication that focuses on ethics and the courts, technology and the judiciary and court management issues. Kudos to our public servants for always trying to do better! Pictured left to right: Stacey Hoskins (10th Circuit Chief Deputy Court Administrator); Elizabeth Garber (2nd Circuit TCA); Joe D’Amico (17th Circuit TCA); Holly Elomina (16th Circuit TCA).

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by — February 13, 2025 in Court Updates
Bake Sale Makes Valentine’s Day Extra Sweet!

The Broward County Judicial Assistant Association’s Valentine’s Day bake sale was a sugary dream with its fancy cookies, frosted cup cakes, homemade brownies and dozens of donuts. Think pink! The event reflected the “heart” work by the JAs of the 17th Judicial Circuit who know exactly what it takes to pull off such a yummy event. The delicious spread appealed to the sweet tooth in just about everyone who passed by their table of goodies. Thank you Judicial Assistants for such a lovely event. #17thJudTeam

by — February 10, 2025 in Announcements
Guilty or Not Guilty? Homeschoolers “Try” Their Case in County Court Mock Trial

Would-be lawyers from the Trial Advocacy Skills Institute TASI JR Mock Trial Advanced Homeschool Program had their day in court this week during a mock trial competition. The students argued their cases before County Court Judge Kal Evans, who presided during the students’ mock trial. A great experience made possible by judges who devote their time and expertise to make such experiences fun and educational. #17thJudTeam

by — February 7, 2025 in Announcements
Celebrating Outstanding Effort

Congratulations to Judicial Staff Attorney Megan Zbikowski, recipient of the 17th Judicial Circuit’s 2024 James E. Lowry III, Award for Staff Attorney Excellence. The award is presented annually to one Judicial Staff Attorney who has demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to the position, exceeds expectations, enhances confidence in the judiciary and assists in ensuring that proceedings run smoothly and efficiently. Trial Court Administrator Joe D’Amico presented Megan with the award today.

by — February 6, 2025 in Announcements
Keeping Courthouse Communications Connected

Whether it’s a video feed from the jail that goes dark, a faulty Zoom link, or the need to shoot live video or high resolution photos, this is the team that gets the job done. Meet the video experts and IT troubleshooters of the 17th Judicial Circuit. Always service with a smile! Thanks for all you do. Pictured left to right: Anthony de los Santos, user support analyst; Manuel Smith, web services business analyst; Ian Edwards, audio/video manager; and Allan Amerson, court audio/video specialist.

by — February 5, 2025 in Announcements
Pines Lakes Elementary Students Pepper Judges With Questions

How do you become a judge? What kind of cases have you handled? What is a third degree felony and do you like your job were some of the questions a group of fourth and fifth graders from Pines Lakes Elementary School had for Circuit Court Judge George Odom Jr. and County Court Judge Florence Taylor Barner during a courthouse tour on Tuesday. Judges Odom and Barner fielded questions from the students and explained what happens inside their courtrooms during the no holds barred visit. Thank you judges for your time and attention! The kids had a blast.

by — February 4, 2025 in Announcements
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