G.C. Murray, Jr., Esq., Legislative Counsel for the Florida Justice Association, was selected to be an Inaugural Fellow in the Florida Bar Leadership Academy.  [Read More]

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Countdown to FJA Annual Convention

This year the FJA Annual Convention will be at the Don CeSar Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida. Since 1928, the “Pink Palace” has been a beacon for travelers, not to mention for ships; the hotel is so large, it was listed as a point of reference on maritime maps. Early guests included F. Scott Fitzgerald, FDR and the Great Depression-era New York Yankees, who stayed there during spring training. The hotel fell on hard times during the 1940s, and was even used as a convalescent home by the Air Force (and painted green — egad!) before being restored in 1973.

Today, the Don is again the plushest place to stay along the Gulf, a thing of beauty with its Moorish- style archways and cupolas restored to their original pink hue. But it’s the emphasis on Jazz Age–era service — evident in extras like a poolside concierge and a VIP program designed for pets — that makes the hotel stand out.

(Source): Iconic Hotels Tell Florida’s History

With FJA's Annual Convention less than a week away, make sure to register for the seminars as well as the social events — you are not going to want to miss any event.

Register for Convention

Get the Justice Pass and Save Up to $165! This package includes (1) Advanced Trial Skills Seminar registration with a printed course book, (1) Legislative & Case Law Update Seminar registration with a printed course book, (1) Justice Luncheon ticket, (1) Annual Dinner ticket, and (1) Presidential Luncheon ticket.

Purchase a Justice Pass by selecting the "Justice Pass" option when you register.

Only $720 (FJA Member)
Only $645 (FJA EAGLE)

Get the Social Pass and Save up to $45! This package includes (1) Justice Luncheon ticket, (1) Annual Dinner ticket, and (1) Presidential Luncheon ticket (Perfect for your family).

Purchase a Social Pass by selecting the "Social Pass" option when you register.

Only $255

2013 Legislative Session | The Conclusion

The Florida Legislature completed its 2013 Legislative Session in the early evening of Friday May 3^rd. The Florida Justice Association anticipated an onslaught of attacks on your clients and your practices. Nevertheless, all things considered, The Florida Justice Association enjoyed a successful session. We did not prevail on every issue but, in all candor, we absolutely would have if it had been a fair fight. We will be examining the many troubling aspects of the Florida Legislature in the months to come, and we would very much welcome all of you to be a part of this discussion.

[Updates on the 2013 Bills]