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Honing Courthouse & Courtroom Communication Skills

Judge Louis H. Schiff and two judges from neighboring counties recently joined forces to teach an advanced judicial studies course on communications skills for judges. The course, “Improving Your Communications Skills,” offered tips for improving the way judges communicate with their judicial assistants and bailiffs and how they all communicate with everyone else they may encounter at the courthouse. Teaching alongside Judge Schiff were Judge Augustus D. Aikens Jr. from Leon County and Judge David L. Denkin from Sarasota County. The three have served as judges for a combined 76 years of service. All three judges are past presidents of the Conference of County Court Judges of Florida. An awe-inspiring summation of institutional knowledge.

by — October 4, 2024 in Announcements
Lunch with Judge Fosters Understanding

The Broward Bar Association Young Lawyers section recently shared lunch with Judge Daniel J. Kanner at a networking event in his courtroom that morphed into a casual Q&A. Judge Kanner swapped stories with the group, offered insights and listened to accounts of their own courtroom experiences. The aim of Lunch with the Judiciary is to provide an opportunity for young lawyers to get better acquainted with the judges they will eventually encounter in court. A great time was had by all!

by — October 2, 2024 in Announcements
Three Judges Swear in New Lawyers This Month after Florida Bar Exam Results Are Released

Three judges from the 17th Judicial Circuit Court held swearing in ceremonies in their courtrooms in September after the Florida Supreme Court released the results of Florida Bar Exam administered this past July. Judges Lauren M. Alperstein, Robert F. Diaz and Michele McCaul Ricca each swore in new lawyers while relatives snapped photos and celebrated. Congratulations to all for such a momentous accomplishment. We wish you the best of luck as you start your legal career! 

by — September 30, 2024 in Announcements
First Ever Jeopardy! Challenge Unites Departments in Court Administration

It was game on in Court Administration when about 20 employees from a range of departments faced off during lunch in the first ever Jeopardy! challenge. Court Administrator Joe D’Amico organized the event to promote camaraderie and networking. The slate of contestants aced questions like “This company’s logo is a swoosh” and “Mount Rushmore is located in this state,” undistracted by the Jeopardy! theme song playing in the background. Joe D’Amico warned players that next’s month competition would be tougher, possibly focusing on state capitols. Study up folks. Competition looks to be fierce.

by — September 27, 2024 in Announcements
Judicial Assistants Attend Educational Conference to Hone Skills

The 17th Judicial Circuit was well represented at the four-day Judicial Assistants’ Educational Conference in St. Pete Beach, FL. Sponsored by the Judicial Assistants Association of Florida, the event included programs on everything from ethics, legislative reforms, and new laws to security issues, criminal and civil procedures, stress reduction and new technology. The event also provided a great opportunity for networking, making new friends and fun in the sun. To all our essential judicial assistants who work so hard – we appreciate you!

by — September 26, 2024 in Announcements
Fond Farewells for Retiring Judge Louis H. Schiff at North Regional Networking Event

Five judges from the 17th Judicial Circuit along with 22 lawyers from the NE/NW sections of the Broward Bar Association celebrated the service of longtime Judge Louis H. Schiff last week at a networking luncheon in his courtroom at the North Regional Courthouse. Judge Schiff is retiring in December after 28 years on the bench. Turnout was great: Chief Judge Jack Tuter, Judge John Hurley, Judge Steven P. DeLuca, Judge Kim Theresa Mollica and Judge Kenneth A. Gottlieb attended along with Judge Schiff, in addition to a strong showing of lawyers. “I am honored to have served the last 28 years – it’s been the honor of a lifetime,” Schiff said told the group to rousing applause. The event marked the first time in four years the NE/NW sections of the Broward Bar Association was able to hold the networking event in-person. It also marked the last time Judge Schiff would attend the event as a sitting judge. The luncheon was halted during the COVID pandemic. We will miss you Judge Schiff. Much respect for an amazing lifetime of public service!

by — September 25, 2024 in Announcements
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