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Never Contemplated

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The Florida Bar’s Henry Latimer Center for Professionalism presents Never Contemplated, a candid discussion with female judges from across the state about gender bias, professionalism, and civility in the judicial system, hosted by Judge Hetal Desai. Disclaimer: The views expressed by the participants of this program are their own and do not represent the views of, nor are they endorsed by The Florida Bar, their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, or representatives. None of the content should be considered legal advice. As always, consult a lawyer.

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Judge Jessica Costello--Mentors, Friendtors, and Advocates 16.12.2020 31:51

Judge Costello shares her journey to the bench and the importance of mentoring and giving back. Judge Costello's Twitter: https://twitter.com/JessGCostello Judge Desai's Twitter: https://twitter.com/JudgeDesai Florida Children and Youth Cabinet: https://www.flgov.com/cyc-members/ This podcast has been approved for 1 hour of General CLE Credit, 0.5 hours of Bias Elimination Credit, and 0.5...

Encouragement and Support Makes a Difference--Judge Nina Ashenafi Richardson 18.11.2020 34:12

Judge Ashenafi Richardson shares her trailblazing story of being a first generation immigrant attorney and her path to the bench. This podcast has been approved for 1 hour of General CLE Credit, 0.5 hours of Bias Elimination Credit, and 0.5 hours of Professionalism Credit. Course #5980. References : Minorities in the Legal Profession , Florida Bar issue paper; Helping First-Generation Lawyers Thri...

Disagree Without Being Disagreeable - Judge Andrea Wolfson 14.10.2020 29:08

Judge Andrea Wolfson discusses the importance of civility, congeniality and community in the legal profession. REFERENCES: Friendship between Justices Scalia and Ginsberg: What we can learn from Ginsburg’s friendship with my father, Antonin Scalia - The Washington Post Ginsburg And Scalia: 'Best Buddies' - NPR Article about a Prison’s Book Club similar to the one referenced by Judge Wolf...

Make No Apologies—Judge Rachel Nordby 16.09.2020 34:13

The Florida Bar’s Henry Latimer Center for Professionalism welcomes Judge Rachel Nordby to share her experience and advice on balancing family and the bench. This podcast has been approved by The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Department for 1 hour of General CLE Credit, 0.5 hours of Bias Elimination Credit, and 0.5 hours of Professionalism Credit. Course #5978. References : Justice, Inter...

This... is Never Contemplated 04.09.2020 3:02

From The Florida Bar's Henry Latimer Center for Professionalism comes a new podcast about gender bias in the judiciary and the practice of law.