Six JNCs still seek applicants

Scales of JusticeThe Florida Bar has extended the deadline to March 13 for applications for vacancies on the following Judicial Nominating Commissions:

Applicants must be members of The Florida Bar engaged in the practice of law and a resident of the territorial jurisdiction served by the commission to which the member is applying. Commissioners are not eligible for state judicial office for vacancies filled by the JNC on which they sit for two years following completion of their term.

Applications must be submitted no later than 5:30 p.m., Friday, March 13. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Screening committees of the Board of Governors will review all JNC applications. The Executive Committee will then make recommendations to the Board of Governors.

Persons interested in applying for any of these vacancies may begin the application process and download the new application form. If you require assistance, please call The Florida Bar headquarters at 850-561-5788 or email [email protected]. Completed applications must be submitted by the March 13 deadline date.