2016 Annual Florida Bar Convention: Government Lawyer Section

The Government Lawyer Section of The Florida Bar serves the interests of the state’s government attorneys whether they work for state, local, or federal entities. Currently, 18% of Florida Bar attorneys are considered to be government lawyers, and despite being a populous group within the ranks, many of them feel underrepresented.

In this Special Report, Government Lawyer Section Chair Michael Schmid joins host Laurence Colletti for a discussion about the projects his group is working on for the benefit of his fellow government lawyers. Issues like membership dues and public service loan forgiveness are at the forefront, but other topics like involvement in The Florida Bar are also critical for the interest of their members. Tune in to hear why Florida attorneys working both in and out of government positions should consider joining this section of The Florida Bar. Among the many reasons listed:

1. They advise and recommend substantive changes in the law to the legislature
2. They are the voice of the government lawyer to the legislature and The Florida Bar
3. They provide a forum of discussion and exchange of ideas for the government lawyers to talk amongst each other
4. There are outreach, networking, and social opportunities

Michael Schmid is the chair of the Government Lawyer Section of The Florida Bar. He is assistant city attorney for the City of Tampa assigned to the Tampa Police Department Legal Unit.

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