Weston Bar Association

05/20/2026

The Weston Bar Association was proud to attend the 2026 Law Day Proclamation Presentation at Weston City Hall ⚖️

Honored to support this year’s theme: “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.”

05/20/2026

The Weston Bar Association was proud to have its President and several Board Members present at the 2026 Law Day Proclamation Presentation at Weston City Hall alongside the Mayor and City Commissioners.

This year’s Law Day theme, “The Rule of Law and the American Dream,” highlights the importance of protecting justice, opportunity, and civic participation within our communities.

The strong WBA presence at the meeting reflects our organization’s continued commitment to civic engagement, student outreach, mentorship, and community involvement throughout Weston and the surrounding areas. We are grateful to the City of Weston for recognizing Law Day 2026 and supporting the important role the legal community plays in promoting the rule of law.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped represent the strength, professionalism, and growing impact of the WBA within our community.

05/03/2026

WBA | Law Day 2026 was a huge success!

This year, we came together to honor the Rule of Law and celebrate the American Dream by investing in the next generation of leaders right here in our community.

At Sagemont Preparatory School, students took part in engaging mock trials—stepping into the roles of attorneys, witnesses, and judges. Watching them think critically, advocate confidently, and embrace the legal process was truly inspiring.

We also proudly launched new initiatives to expand legal education at Western High School and Cypress Bay High School, continuing our commitment to empowering students with knowledge, opportunity, and access to the law.

A huge thank you to our volunteers, educators, and students who made this day so impactful. The future of the legal profession is bright—and it starts right here. ⚖️✨

04/29/2026

If you’re interested, please RSVP to [email protected] and reply with:
• Your available time slot(s)
• Whether you’ll present solo or with a partner (include their name)
Thank you for supporting the WBA and helping inspire the next generation of legal professionals!

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04/27/2026

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04/27/2026

📢 Call for Volunteers – Law Day 2026 (May 1)
The Weston Bar Association (WBA) is proud to continue its annual Law Day tradition of engaging with local students—and this year, we’re expanding our reach!
Due to school availability, we’ve been invited to present at three local schools:
• The Sagemont School
• Cypress Bay High School
• Western High School
Each presentation is approximately 50 minutes and may qualify for 1 CLE credit (subject to applicable requirements). All sessions will be photographed and recorded, with media shared afterward. The event will also be featured across WBA social media and communications.
🎤 Presentation Format:
There is no required format—attorneys are encouraged to present in a way that reflects their personal style and professional experience. Past presentations have included:
✔️ Legal concept discussions
✔️ Notable cases
✔️ Books and films
✔️ Mock trials (a student favorite!)
📚 Helpful resources are available through the American Bar Association at https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_education/law-day/resources/
🕒 Available Time Slots:
☐ 8:30 – 9:20 a.m.
☐ 9:30 – 10:20 a.m.
☐ 10:30 – 11:20 a.m.
☐ 11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
☐ 12:30 – 1:20 p.m.
📅 Deadline to respond: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
If you’re interested, please reply with:
• Your available time slot(s)
• Whether you’ll present solo or with a partner (include their name)
Additional details and guidance will be shared in advance.
Thank you for supporting the WBA and helping inspire the next generation of legal professionals!

Find resources to plan and publicize your Law Day activities and encourage engagement with the theme, including draft proclamations, articles, conversation starters, lesson plans, and more!

04/24/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
📅 April 23, 2026
17th Circuit JNC Announces Broward Circuit Court Judicial Vacancies
The Seventeenth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) has been asked to provide Ron DeSantis with nominees to fill two vacancies on the Broward Circuit Court. These vacancies are the result of the retirements of Circuit Court Judge Carlos Rebollo and Circuit Court Judge William W. Haury, Jr.
The JNC invites all qualified applicants to apply for consideration. Candidates must meet the qualifications outlined in Article V, Section 8 of the Florida Constitution.
🕛 Application Deadline:
All applications must be received no later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
📄 Submission Requirements:
Applicants must submit:
One unredacted PDF via email
One redacted PDF (removing confidential information per Florida Statutes §119.071)
Both documents should be sent to: [email protected]
📌 Receipt of applications will be confirmed in writing.
📎 Important Instructions:
File name format: “FIRSTNAME LASTNAME Application (redacted/unredacted)”
Combine application, letters of recommendation, and supporting materials into one single PDF
Redacted and unredacted versions must be identical except for confidential information
Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered
⚠️ Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit early. Interviews will be scheduled in the order applications are received.
📅 Interview Date (Tentative):
June 15, 2026 (in person; subject to change)
📌 Additional Notes:
Applicants should provide complete responses and include current contact information for references, judges, co-counsel, and opposing counsel to assist with background investigations.

04/21/2026

📣 Volunteer Attorneys Needed – Law Day 2026! ⚖️

In celebration of Law Day 2026, the Weston Bar Association is seeking attorneys to volunteer and inspire the next generation by presenting at local high schools on Friday, May 1, 2026.

📍 Presentation locations include:
• Sagemont School
• Cypress Bay High School
• Western High School

⏰ Each presentation is 50 minutes, with time slots available from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
🎓 Participation is eligible for CLE credit (subject to requirements).

Law Day is a national observance held each year on May 1 to promote understanding of the law and the justice system.

👩‍⚖️👨‍⚖️ Attorneys may present individually or with a partner and are encouraged to sign up for as many time slots as their schedule allows.

👉 Please respond by this Friday with:
• Preferred school(s)
• Availability on May 1 (8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
• Whether you will present alone or with a partner

🔗 Learn more about Law Day: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_education/law-day/

Let’s work together to educate and empower our local students about the importance of the law and their rights!

The Constitution enshrines our collective responsibility to one another, and this year's Law Day theme urges us to take pride in a Constitution that bridges our differences to bring us together as a united nation.

02/09/2026

AI Disclosures required in 11th and 17th Circuit Courts

Two of Florida’s largest judicial circuits now require lawyers and self-represented litigants to disclose AI-generated court submissions, and to certify their accuracy.

Failure to comply could result in sanctions that range from the striking of the pleadings to monetary sanctions, contempt proceedings, or disciplinary referral.
https://www.floridabar.org/the-florida-bar-news/11th-and-17th-circuits-order-disclosure-certification-of-ai-use-in-court-filings/

02/07/2026

The WBA proudly promotes the NSU Law Board of Advocates for the Third Annual Shark Beach Showdown Trial Competition, Feb. 20–22!
Volunteers earn 4 General CLE + 1 Ethics credit per session. Judges are needed for this national tournament featuring top law schools from across the country such as Harvard, UC Berkeley, Northwestern, South Texas, Denver, and a host of others.

Sign up to judge: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAC2AA2FDC25-59796141-shark #/�
Event info: sharkbeachshowdown.com