Category: Appellate, 1-Hour or Less Category: Appellate, 1-Hour or Less (show less)

Join John Tomasino, Clerk of the Florida Supreme Court, and Clerk’s Office Staff Attorney Julia Breeding for an engaging interview moderated by Diane DeWolf on the work that happens “behind the curtain” at the Florida Supreme Court. This session will offer appellate practitioners an inside look at the Clerk’s Office, including best practices for filings, docket management, and navigating court rules and procedures. Attendees will gain valuable insights on improving the quality of their appellate filings and avoiding common pitfalls and mistakes.

As a result of attending this session, the learner will be better able to:

1. Explain the role of the Florida Supreme Court Clerk’s Office in managing filings, dockets, and procedural compliance.
2. Identify best practices for preparing and submitting appellate filings to the Florida Supreme Court.
3. Recognize common mistakes made by appellate practitioners when navigating court rules and procedures.
4. Apply insights from the Clerk’s Office to improve the accuracy and quality of appellate filings and ensure smoother case management. 

12:10 pm - 1:10 pm
An Interview with Florida Supreme Court Clerk John Tomasino & Deputy Julia Breeding
Moderator: Diane DeWolf
Panel:
John Tomasino, Clerk of the Florida Supreme Court
Julia Breeding, Clerk's Office Staff Attorney