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Newly-Appointed Judge Johnathan D. Lott Sworn In

Newly appointed Judge Johnathan D. Lott was sworn in by Administrative Judge Martin S. Fein, just days before he assumes the bench on Jan. 1, 2025. Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Judge Lott to the Circuit Court vacancy on Nov. 25th, where he will preside in Family Court. Judge Lott is a 2014 graduate of the University of Chicago Law School and a member of the Florida Bar Young Lawyers section and a Fort Lauderdale resident. His wife Sara and two sons, Joel (left) and Peter (right), attended the swearing-in ceremony while his parents watched the proceedings via Zoom. Welcome aboard Judge Lott. The 17th Judicial Circuit is delighted to have you on our team.

by — December 30, 2024 in Announcements
Charter School Students Get Behind-the-Scenes Look at Courtrooms, Holding Cells

Students from the Championship Academy of Distinction got a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in a courtroom during a recent tour. The students peppered Judge Elijah H. Williams with questions about becoming a judge, sat on the bench with Judge Ari Abraham Porth, and got to try on Judge Lorena V. Mastrarrigo’s long black robe. The Broward Sheriff’s Office also let them check out a prisoner holding cell, where they gained a true understanding of what “lack of privacy” means when you are incarcerated. Thanks everyone for making this tour so impactful!

by — December 27, 2024 in Announcements
Introducing Our New Child Support Hearing Officer: Rebecca Frieden

Congratulations to Child Support Hearing Officer Rebecca Frieden, who was recently sworn in by Judge Hope Tieman Bristol. Hearing Officer Frieden previously worked for Children Legal Services at the Department of Children and Families as a Lead Attorney from Jan. 14, 2022 until Dec. 2, 2024.  Prior to that she worked for the 15th Judicial Circuit as a Trial Court Staff Attorney from Aug. 27, 2018 – Jan.06, 2022. Welcome to the team. We are delighted to have you on board!

by — December 26, 2024 in Announcements
Happy Holidays from Court Administration!

Court Administration employees recently rang in the holidays with food, fun and a lot of laughter at a festive lunch that included an impressive spread of eats, a tableful of delicious desserts, a free raffle of gift cards and Christmas tunes sung by our own! Staff also recognized longtime employee Terether Prophet, a mediation services coordinator, who is retiring after an astonishing nearly 42 years on the job! Trial Court Administrator Joe D’Amico presented Terether with a plaque to commemorate her incredible years of service. Enjoy your retirement, Terether! And thank you Joe for making your staff feel special.

by — December 23, 2024 in Announcements
Drug Court, Mental Health Initiatives Showcased at Problem-Solving Court Conference

Our drug court and mental health initiatives took the spotlight during a recent Problem-Solving Court Conference in Orlando attended by nearly 400 people involved with Florida’s treatment courts. Our very own felony drug court team — including Judge Michael Davis, Russell Edwards, Reggie Williams, Ben Francois and Christine DeCicco – learned they had been selected as a national mentor drug court from more than 4,000 treatment courts across the nation. Judge Michele Towbin Singer served as training committee chair for the executive committee that planned and executed the conference. Shout out to everyone from the 17th Judicial Circuit whose amazing work makes such a difference every day!

by — December 18, 2024 in Announcements
Florida Problem-Solving Court Conference Draws Contingent from 17th Judicial Circuit

Trent Baker, Juvenile PSC Program Coordinator, and Tiffany Jackson, Early Childhood Court Coordinator, recently attended a “Florida Problem-Solving Court Conference” in Orlando hosted by the Office of the State Court Administrator and the Florida Association of Drug Court Professionals. Kudos to these members of our standout team of professionals who work hard each day to help improve the lives of others.

by — December 17, 2024 in Announcements
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