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Chief Judge Jack Tuter Announces May 1st Retirement, Plans to Enter Private Practice

Chief Judge Jack Tuter this week announced he will retire on May 1st and enter private practice. Judge Tuter notified Gov. Ron DeSantis of his pending retirement in a letter on Feb. 10th. Judge Tuter was appointed to the bench in 2005, elected in 2008 and re-elected in 2014 and 2020. He has served as the Circuit’s Chief Judge for the past eight years. Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips will follow Judge Tuter as Chief Judge. “It has been my honor to serve the people of the State of Florida and Citizens of Broward County for the past 20 years,” Judge Tuter said. Thank you for your service. You will be greatly missed.

by — February 13, 2025 in Announcements
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
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
And the Chief Judge Award for Excellence Goes to …. Sunny!! Congratulations!

Congratulations to Sunil “Sunny” Nemade, the Chief Technology Officer for the 17th Judicial Circuit, for being chosen as recipient of the Chief Judge Award for Excellence! Judge Tuter presented Sunny with this prestigious award last month during his State of the Circuit presentation. Sunny was hired by Court Administration in 1987, after working in Broward County’s IT Department for three years. He has played a pivotal role in modernizing the court’s IT systems, transitioning from IBM mainframe terminals to advanced systems while creating statewide networks and specific programs tailored to serve our judges.  Sunny’s tireless devotion to the job and his desire to modernize and update aging technology has positioned this court as the most progressive in the state of Florida. Astoundingly, Sunny makes himself available 24/7 to handle IT emergencies and updates of any kind, even when he travels overseas to visit family in India and has to work remotely. And on top of it all, he delivers top notch service – always – with a smile. Well-deserved, Sunny. We are fortunate to have you on our team! #17thJudTeam

by — February 3, 2025 in Announcements
Stepping Inside the Courtroom: Phyl’s Academy Preparatory School Gets a Firsthand Look

Approximately 25 students from Phyl’s Academy Preparatory School in Margate witnessed a range of trials and hearings during a courthouse tour that took them from the West to North and then down to Interpreting. Students visited the courtrooms of Judges Jeffrey R. Levenson, Michael J. Orlando and George Odom Jr. where they peppered the judges with questions, posed for photos and checked out the bench. The students also visited Court Interpreting, where our interpreting staff explained what it means to be an interpreter and demonstrated the three different kinds of interpreting. Thanks to all who made this tour so wonderful! #17thJudTeam

by — January 29, 2025 in Announcements
Administering the Oath of Office

County Court Judge Jackie Powell administered the Oath of Office to the 2025 President and Board of Directors of the Lauderhill Chamber of Commerce during a special ceremony on January 23, 2025. Judge Powell regularly mentors students, visits schools, and is involved in a wide range of community outreach throughout the year. Thank you for all you do! #17thJudTeam

by — January 28, 2025 in Announcements
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