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Proposed Amendments to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure: A Brief Guide to Possible Changes in 2025

Jimerson Firm

Continuances Governed by Rule 1.460 : The amended rule explicitly states that motions for trial continuances in complex cases are governed by Rule 1.460, which has been substantially revised to discourage continuances and establish stricter requirements for their granting. All comments must be filed by August 6, 2024.

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Why Every Lawyer And Client Should Be Fighting To Stop The "Meaningful Attorney Involvement" Doctrine From Spreading

FDCPA Defense

Few things are more fundamental in the law than the principle that a lawyer owes a duty of loyalty to the client, a duty to be vigorous advocate within the bounds of the law, and a duty to maintain the client’s confidences and preserve the attorney-client privilege. Clients expect this of their attorneys, as they should.

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Thriving In Third Party Debt Collection: An Interview with John Bedard

PDC Flow

I also defended those clients against civil actions brought against them by consumers, the government, and each other. My practice looks similar today, except I spend a lot more of my time defending government investigations and civil litigation brought by state and federal regulatory agencies. Bureau , 140 S. 2335 (2020).

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Kimberly Killian Law Joins Jimerson Birr, Bringing Decades of Insurance and Corporate Legal Expertise

Jimerson Firm

During her tenure in these roles, she demonstrated expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, vendor contracting, labor & employment matters, and litigation management. I look forward to leading the team and helping our clients navigate opportunities and challenges with confidence,” says Ms.