Court Connection: e-Edition

The Court is proud to share the e-edition of the Court Connection.

For readers who prefer to read the newsletter on paper, it can be printed in its entirety by downloading a full-text PDF version.

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New & Amended Local Rules Drop August 15 Click here for the full story.

Judge McEwen Celebrates 20 Years on the Bench Click here to read more.

Edited by:

Bradley M. Saxton

Lauren M. Reynolds

Kathleen L. DiSanto

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What's New?     Click here for the latest news regarding: * New Required Form Motion to Extend/Impose Stay * Suggestions Requested for Amendments to Local Rules  * Federal Bankruptcy Rules and Forms Changes Posted for Public Comment

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Judge McEwen's

Make Me Smile Moments.

Bankruptcy Filings in the Middle District Increased Over 26% in the Past 12 Months.

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Please submit items for inclusion in the next edition to newsletter@flmb.uscourts.gov.

Clerk's Message By:  José A. Rodriguez

I am honored to introduce myself as the new Clerk of Court and to share my very first newsletter article with you. With over 28 years of experience in the federal judiciary, including serving as Chief Deputy Clerk in both the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, I bring a deep commitment to public service, operational excellence, and judicial integrity.

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Big Shoes, Thank You, and Talk to Me By:  Judge Jacob A. Brown Click here to read a message from incoming Chief Bankruptcy Judge Brown.

Haiku Redux

[from the Zoom Waiting Room]

By:  Judge Catherine Peek McEwen

Our last issue included a column titled “Haiku from the Zoom Waiting Room.” Click here to read the sequel!

Attention!

Don't Miss These Important Deadlines!

• CM/ECF & PACER Password Standards Effective August 25;  Multifactor Authentication Deadline December 31.  Click here for more information.

• Bar Membership Renewal Period for USDC, Middle District of Florida Ends August 31. Click here and make sure you don't miss the deadline!

In Other News...   Click on the title to read complete article:   Court Receives Recognition for Mentoring Program Judge McEwen Conducts Swearing-In Ceremonies Take Us Out to the Ballgame! Tampa's King Cake Tradition Continues TBBBA Hosts Clerk's Appreciation Luncheon

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