Florida Bar Board seeking applicants. To make appointments in May

The Florida Bar Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancies to be filled during its May 15 meeting. Lawyer applicants must be members of The Florida Bar and in good standing.

The following are seeking to fill positions:

Florida Legal Services, Inc., Board of Directors: One attorney to serve a three-year term commencing July 1. Florida Legal Services (FLS) is a statewide non-profit civil legal aid serving low-income clients. The board oversees governance, ensures fiscal responsibility, and upholds the organization's mission to deliver high-quality legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable persons who would not otherwise have the means to obtain a lawyer.

Florida Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association, Board of Governors: One attorney to serve a 2-year term commencing July 1, 2026. This is a nine-member board of governors that develops a means of obtaining loss and expense experience in medical malpractice issues.

Applications will be accepted until close of business on Monday, April 6. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application. The Board of Governors will review all applications and may request telephone or personal interviews.

Persons interested in applying for these vacancies may download the Application for Special Appointment or call Bar headquarters at 850-561-3127, to obtain the application form. Completed applications must be received by the Executive Director, The Florida Bar, 651 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-2300 or submitted via e-mail.

About The Florida Bar

Founded in 1949, The Florida Bar serves the legal profession for the protection and benefit of both the public and all Florida lawyers. As one of the nation's largest mandatory bars, The Florida Bar fosters and upholds a high standard of integrity and competence within Florida's legal profession as an official arm of the Florida Supreme Court.

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