by RG | Jul 14, 2026 | legal matters
Robert Travieso and Robert McLeod: Where Referral Trust Meets Trial Readiness By Susan Cushing In today’s legal marketplace, referrals are often spoken about as a measure of success. For many firms, they are a welcome byproduct of visibility, advertising, or name...
by RG | Jul 14, 2026 | legal matters
Following her inauguration as the president of the Jacksonville chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators, we sat down with Amanda Hall to discuss her new role. She first became involved with JaxALA five years ago. Encouraged by her mentors, Jessica VanTroost...
by RG | Jul 14, 2026 | legal matters
Susanne and Rick Sichta were presented with the 2026 John R. Hamilton Pro Bono Award of the Year by the Florida Bar’s Appellate Practice Section. This award honors members who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to expanding access to justice through pro bono...
by RG | Jul 14, 2026 | legal matters
From advocating for clients in the courtroom to advising families on their financial future, Patrick Kilbane says there is one common thread that has stayed with his career – relationships and trust. AALM: Patrick, tell us about the decision to leave the practice of...
by RG | Jul 14, 2026 | legal matters
“I ask my attorneys in mediation to take off their litigation loafers and put on their settlement sneakers. That’s a good phrase that sets a positive tone for the process that follows. My mission as a mediator is to provide an atmosphere in which clients can...
by RG | Jul 14, 2026 | legal matters
We sat down with Dana Jacobs following her recognition by the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association with the Woman Lawyer of the Year Award. Each year, the organization presents it to a woman lawyer who has made meaningful contributions to her community through legal...