Congratulations to Judge David A. Haimes, who was named “Jurist of the Year 2024” by the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). The organization is dedicated to defending the American civil justice system. Amazing accomplishment. We are fortunate to have you on our team! Read our press release HERE.
Former Chief Judge Peter M. Weinstein was honored on Friday with a courtroom dedication and ribbon-cutting in recognition of his many years of service. Judge Weinstein served as judge 21 years for the 17th Judicial Circuit, with six of those years as Chief Judge. Sitting judges, retired judges, and local, state and national elected officials along with Judge Weinstein’s family packed the event to show their support and admiration for Judge Weinstein’s contributions to the Judiciary. Courtroom 14150 is now the Chief Judge Peter M. Weinstein Courtroom.Judge Weinstein also served 14 years as a Florida State Senator. Congratulations Judge Weinstein and thank you for your service. An amazing legacy. Watch the video HERE.
The investiture ceremony for Circuit Court Judge Johnathan D. Lott and County Court Judge Lauren N. Peffer will be at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 in Judge Jack Tuter’s ceremonial courtroom, #WW17150. The investiture ceremony for County Court Judges Kathleen E. Angione, Corey B. Friedman and Woody R. Clermont will be at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28th, 2025, also in Judge Tuter’s courtroom. Congratulations to our new judges!
Judge Kenneth A. Gottlieb has some bragging rights. The City of Hollywood recently co-named a street in honor of his family’s decades of contributions to the city. The Gottliebs were homeowners, business owners, home builders, community activists and elected officials who helped make Hollywood what it is today. Congratulations on this unique honor! Read our press release HERE. Read the Florida Politics story HERE. (Pictured: The late Marvin Gottlieb (left) and son Judge Kenneth A. Gottlieb (right). Judge Gottlieb is a former Hollywood City Commissioner and a former Florida State Representative.
The 17th Judicial Circuit welcomed four new judges to the bench during a swearing-in ceremony conducted by Chief Judge Jack Tuter on 1/7/2025. The new judges include: County Court Judges Lauren N. Peffer, Woody R. Clermont, Corey B. Friedman and Kathleen E. Angione. Judge Clermont is assigned to the South Regional Courthouse; Judge Peffer, the West Regional Courthouse in Plantation; Judge Angione, the North Regional Courthouse and Judge Friedman, the main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale where he will preside over first appearances. Circuit Judge Johnathan D. Lott, who will preside in Family Court, was sworn in at an earlier date. Welcome aboard!
Nearly 60 county and circuit court judges celebrated decades of service, friendship and memories at a special luncheon to honor five retiring judges whose years on the bench totaled a combined 125 years of service. Retiring judges included: Judge Louis H. Schiff, 28 years; Judge Robert W. Lee, 27 years; Judge Robert F. Diaz, 32 years; Judge Terri-Ann Miller, 18 years; and Judge John Murphy III, 20 years. Thank you for dedicating your lives to so many years of public service. Onto the next chapter! Enjoy your retirement. Read our press release HERE.
