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Bench Bar Conference Committee Co-Chairs: JudgeThomasPalermo – 13thJudicialCircuitCourt & SamanthaWard – Lorenzo & Lorenzo, P. A.
Savethedate: october7, 2025 7:30amto7:30pmatthetampamarriott WaterStreethotel, 505WaterSt.
Join us on October 7, 2025, for the HCBA’ s Bench Bar Conference at the Marriott Water Street Hotel. This is one of the preeminent bench bar conferences in the State of Florida. Last year, over 500 lawyers attended. The majority of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit judges participated, as did judges from the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Second District Court of Appeal, and even the Middle District of Florida. Why should you be there?
First, this is your opportunity to informally interact with other lawyers, legal professionals, and local judges. This is a forum where input, exchange, and dialogue can lead to real benefits for everyone. It raises the profile of the lawyers who participate, increases civility within the Bar, and includes both a luncheon and judicial reception.
Second, the Conference includes a full day of first-class CLE programs— civil, criminal, and family law— and, subject to Bar approval, should also help those seeking Board certifications, ethics credits, and even technology credits.
Third, you will have a rare opportunity to hear from jurors. We invited jurors from civil and criminal cases heard over the last year to come to the Bench Bar Conference and participate on a panel. There is little more
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