Improving Individual Trial Ability
Welcome to the Trial Lawyers Section. Formed in 1967, The Trial Lawyers Section is the oldest of bar sections. Our mission is to promote access to courts and to help maintain the independence of the judiciary, two fundamental cornerstones of our system of justice. This year’s focus will be on exploring options to improve the efficiency of our legal system. The term “proportionality” is often used on this topic.
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Anti-Discrimination
The Trial Lawyers Section of The Florida Bar is proud to be a diverse group of attorneys representing every race, culture, religion, age, gender, parental status, sexual orientation and disability. Our Section is obligated to help preserve and protect the jury system.
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Welcome to the Trial Lawyers Section
The Trial Lawyers Section of The Florida Bar was established in 1967. The Section has over 5,500 members with membership open to any attorney in good standing with The Florida Bar who shares a common interest in trial advocacy before the courts. Affiliate memberships are also available.
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July 26, 2022
Save The Date – 2023 Chester Bedell Mock Trial Competition
We are pleased to announce that the 2023 Chester Bedell Memorial Mock Trial Competition is being planned as an in-person competition to be held on January 20-22 in Orlando. The competition will begin with a coaches’ meeting followed by the first preliminary round in the late afternoon on Friday, January 20, and will conclude with+ Read More
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