Complex commercial litigators Mark Kornfeld and Jordan Maglich join Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC at its Tampa office in the latest Hire Up column The American Lawyer law.com/americanlawyer…

On January 1, 2021, new appellate rules from the Florida Supreme Court will convert longstanding page limits on briefs and other appeals filings into word count limits for all computer-generated documents. Read more: bit.ly/3reJoq1

New appellate rules take effect January 1 that convert longstanding page limits on briefs and other appeals filings into word count limits for all computer-generated documents. The new FloridaSupremeCourt-approved rules also require the use of specific fonts. floridabar.org/the-florida-ba…

Big news. Florida adopts federal summary judgment standard.

Folks are talking hours, and I'll share my one oft-shared pieces of advice: The marginal cost of each hour after a certain point is higher and higher. The delta between 2000 and 2100 isn't 100 hours. It's nights, weekends, and holidays away. Judge firms accordingly.

Both Sean Marotta and Deepak Gupta tweeted today to congratulate the other when the #SCOTUS decision was announced on the case they argued. This is the kind of civility every #lawyer ought to strive for. #appellatetwitter

Remember, the F.4th is coming soon. According to Westlaw, we're up to about Volume 990 of the F.3d, from decisions about a month ago.

Quick thread about something I've been thinking about for a while: Introductions and summaries.

1 F.4th 1 is here! Chief Judge Srinivasan for the win.

State courts in 57 counties will open as usual on Monday, October 3. In 10 other counties, effects from Hurricane Ian will close or limit services. Check local websites and social media for the latest and more details. Court status statewide is listed on floridasupremecourt.org.

On Jan 1, 2023, county civil limits increased from $30,000 to $50,000. All other previous changes will remain the same - No changes to fees - $8,000 small claims limit remains - Civil cover sheets are still required Learn more: flcourts.gov/Know-Your-Court @HCBATampaBay@13thCourtFL

Job posting for a Judicial Staff Attorney position in our County and Circuit Civil Divisions. A vacancy announcement, to include application instructions, is attached. Materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

All courthouse facilities of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit will be OPEN on Monday, October 7th, excluding jury trials which have been rescheduled. Due to the threat from Hurricane Milton, all courthouse facilities will be CLOSED on Tuesday, October 8th & Wednesday, October 9th.

State courts in some counties will close Monday ahead of Milton’s landfall. Others announced closures later in the week. See the Supreme Court website for a full listing, updated regularly. Local websites and social media will have the latest. ow.ly/8WzB50TyP2V

Due to potential safety concerns from Hurricane Milton, all courthouse facilities of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit will remain CLOSED through Thursday, October 10th. Visit our website fljud13.org for additional information and updates. #StaySafe #13Strong

Due to ongoing safety concerns from Hurricane Milton, all courthouse facilities of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit will remain CLOSED through Friday, October 11th. Visit our website fljud13.org for additional information and updates. #StaySafe #13Strong

Wednesday evening update: State courts in 46 counties are closed Thursday. The map reflects Thursday closures; details for the rest of the week are in a chart on the website. Local websites and social media have the latest. ow.ly/8WzB50TyP2V

State courts in 35 counties are closed Friday. The map reflects Friday closures; details are in a chart on the website. Status for next week will be updated by Sunday evening. Local websites and social media have the latest. ow.ly/8WzB50TyP2V

All courthouse facilities of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit will REOPEN on Tuesday, October 15th. While recovery efforts from Hurricane Milton are ongoing, it's essential to resume court business. #WeAre13Stong!

All courthouse facilities of the 13th Judicial Circuit will be closed on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11th. It's a day when we honor America’s veterans for their service and sacrifice. Thank you! Court business resumes on Tuesday, November 12th. #WeAre13Strong