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Judge Edward H. Merrigan, Jr., Retires from Military as Major General after 31 years

Circuit Court Judge Edward H. Merrigan, Jr., a two-star general in the U.S. Army, retired from the military this month after 31 years of service. Judge Merrigan oversees a criminal felony division and presides in Veterans Court, which he founded in 2012. He most recently served as commander of the 84th Training Command in Fort Knox, KY, sometimes traveling around the country as many as three weekends a month. We are proud to have you on our team. Thank you for your service. Read our press release HERE.

by — May 8, 2025 in Announcements
NBC Interviews Chief Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips

Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips discussed her new role as the 17th Judicial Circuit’s Chief Judge in a recent interview with NBC reporter Amanda Plasencia. Judge Phillips was unanimously elected Chief Judge by her fellow judges in February and officially assumed the role on May 1, 2025. Judge Phillips follows Chief Judge Jack Tuter, who retired on May 1st after 20 years on the bench. Judge Phillips is the Circuit’s first female Chief Judge in 34 years. Judge Phillips has served the 17th Judicial Circuit since 2003, when she was appointed by (then) Gov. Jeb Bush to complete the term of Judge James Cohn, who was elevated to the federal bench. Judge Phillips was elected in 2006 and re-elected in 2012, 2018 and 2024. View the NBC piece here: https://www.nbcmiami.com/on-air/as-seen-on/meet-carol-lisa-phillips-broward-countys-first-woman-chief-judge-in-34-years/3605977/

by — May 5, 2025 in Announcements
Congratulations on Your Retirement!

Best wishes to Mayda Rivera, who is retiring from Finance this week after 18 years on the job. Enjoy the next chapter of your life! When Mayda was interviewed last year for an “Employee Spotlight,” she said she enjoyed her job and truly loved the people she worked with. Co-workers celebrated her retirement this week with lots of smiles and two different kinds of cake. You will be missed, Mayda!

by — May 2, 2025 in Announcements
Health is Wealth

As part of a new Health and Wellness initiative, Court Administration employees have begun taking group walks along the New River. The goal is to stretch your legs, breath some fresh air and get better acquainted with your co-workers. The 15 to 20 minute walks are short and sweet but effective in promoting camaraderie, exercise and mental health. Thank you Trial Court Administrator Joe D’Amico for signing off on this great idea!

by — April 29, 2025 in Announcements
Learning How to Navigate Legal Situations With Better Understanding

The Alpha Phi Alpha Men of Tomorrow recently hosted a discussion with high school students about the significance of the judiciary and the rule of law during their Law and You Program at the Broward County Courthouse. Broward Circuit Court Judges Keathan Frink and George Odom Jr., along with Broward Public Defender Gordon Weekes, a representative from the Broward State Attorney’s Office, and law enforcement officers, participated in the April 19th event, sharing valuable insights aimed at empowering the Men of Tomorrow to navigate legal situations with confidence and understanding.

by — April 28, 2025 in Announcements
ABOTA Bids Chief Judge Jack Tuter “Farewell”

The American Board of Trial Associates (ABOTA) Fort Lauderdale honored the lengthy judicial career of outgoing Chief Judge Jack Tuter on Thursday with an after-hours celebration at Livia Bar & Grill in Fort Lauderdale. Judges, lawyers and lots of other well-wishers stopped by to wish Judge Tuter good luck in his next chapter. ABOTA members presented Judge Tuter with an honorary insulated cup, joking that he probably already had boxes of awards and plaques from his years as a judge. “He is the kind of guy who runs toward complex problems, instead of away,” noted ABOTA member Mitchell A. Chester. Judge Tuter, you will be greatly missed!

by — April 25, 2025 in Announcements
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