news of note
The newly named Ledbetter Cowan Law Group is proud to announce that Callie W . Cowan , Esq ., has been named partner , marking a significant milestone in her distinguished legal career and reinforcing the firm ’ s commitment to growth and excellence .
Sarasota real estate attorney Nancy E . Cason , managing partner of the law firm of Syprett Meshad , has been re-appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to a fourth term serving on the Twelfth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission . Ms . Cason will serve on the nominating commission for a three-year term ending July 1 , 2027 .
Williams Parker , Sarasota ’ s largest law firm , is pleased to announce Bonnie Lee Polk has been reappointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to the Twelfth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission . The Commission is tasked with selecting nominees to fill judicial vacancies created in Sarasota , Manatee , and Desoto Counties , which are designated to be filled via appointment by the Governor ’ s office .
Congratulations to Rudy Vazmina , who was presented with the C . L . McKaig Award by CDI Chair-Elect Tonya Willis Pitts in recognition of extraordinary service in promoting the Association ’ s goals , programs and functions . Most notably , Rudy was honored for his unwavering commitment and dedicated service to the CDI and the Garland Scholarship Committee . The award , named after SCBA ’ s first president , is the organization ’ s highest honor .
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