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Judge Charles Williams and Attorney Charlie Ann Syprett Stand Up for Diversity

Williams and Syprett launched the Sarasota County Bar Association Diversity Committee. Their efforts earned them the Sarasota Magazine 2013 Unity Award.

Sarasota County Mental Health Court Seminar

With a beautiful setting and delectable meals and snacks provided by the Vincent Academy and its students, this seminar will include excellent speakers with timely information about the progress and work to be done in the mental health arena in Sarasota with a specific focus on the courts.

12th Circuit Participates in Community Diversity Event Held at New College of Florida

On November 16th, 2017, the Boxser Diversity Initiative presented “The Freedom Riders; Their Relevancy Today” on the campus of New College of Florida. This panel discussion was preceded by a performance of the Booker High School “Jet Stream” vocal group and a short film tribute produced by Manatee Educational Television.

Appointment of Renee L. Inman

Governor Rick Scott announced the appointment of Renee L. Inman to the Manatee County Court.

Veterans Court Program Shares Successes

The program at the Manatee County Bar Association luncheon at Pier 22 detailed the Veterans Treatment Court program in the 12th Judicial Circuit. The speakers included Chief Judge Charles Williams, attorney and Vietnam Veteran, Dennis Plews and Alfred James, Administrator of the Veterans Treatment Court program.

Circle of Diversity: Garland Scholars Pay it Forward

From an Article in the Sarasota County Bar Association's official magazine, The Docket. The author discusses the history of the Diversity Committee, it evolution, and plans for the future.

Fairness & Diversity Summit

Invitation to the Tenth Judicial Circuit 2nd Annual Fairness & Diversity Summit
December 1, 2017 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Eaglebrooke Country Club 1300 Eaglebrooke Blvd., Lakeland, Florida

Keynote Speaker:
Dean Laura A. Rosenbury
University of Florida, Levin College of Law

Circuit Judge Rochelle Curley Swears in Therapy Dog Team

Circuit Judge Rochelle Curley along with Court Administration Assistant Aimee Smith meet therapy dog Lance and his handler Nan Miller. In a swearing in ceremony on Friday October 13, 2017, eight therapy dog teams were sworn in by Judge Curley at the Silvertooth Judicial Center.

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Health Meets Law Event in the Newtown Community

The Sarasota County Bar Association Diversity Committee hosted a free community event at the Robert L. Taylor Complex Saturday, October 14, 2017

The Honorable Lee E. Haworth Receives the McKaig Award

Presented to the Honorable Lee E. Haworth In recognition of his extraordinary service to the Sarasota County Bar Association through tireless advocacy for meaningful and effective increases in access to justice for the disadvantaged and in recognition of his efforts educating lawyers and the public thus enhancing the image of the legal profession. October 11, 2017