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Florida Supreme Court Rejects Leading Daubert Evidence Standard

Read HPS Partner Debra Klauber’s comments on the Florida Supreme Court’s rejection of the Daubert Expert Evidence Law. Also, be on the lookout for her article in the @Daily Business Review breaking down the decision with additional thoughts, coming soon. Read the Full Article

Pettis Wins Latimer Diversity Award

Eugene Pettis of Ft. Lauderdale was awarded the Henry T. Latimer Inclusion Award at The Florida Bar’s 2018 Annual Convention. The award was given to Pettis for his dedication toward pushing for advances in diversity and inclusion programs within the legal profession. The Florida Bar’s diversity and inclusion efforts push to encourage participation and opportunities to all individuals within the legal profession, including those who are racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse, women, members of the LGBTQ community,...

Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm Co-Founder Eugene Pettis Named Chairman of Tower Club

Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm P.A., a preeminent Florida plaintiffs’ law firm, announced that co-founding partner Eugene Pettis has been named Chairman of the Tower Club in Fort Lauderdale.  The national award-winning Tower Club offers a progressive take on private club tradition. Ideal for business, networking and socializing, the Club offers elegant interiors, privacy and a sense of style. At the center of Fort Lauderdale’s business and financial district, the Club provides a private haven for...

Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm Co-Founder Eugene Pettis Awarded Henry T. Latimer Diversity Award

Fort Lauderdale – Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm P.A. co-founding partner Eugene Pettis was awarded the Henry T. Latimer Inclusion Award at The Florida Bar’s 2018 Annual Convention. The award was given to Pettis for his dedication toward pushing for advances in diversity and inclusion programs within the legal profession. The Florida Bar’s diversity and inclusion efforts push to encourage participation and opportunities to all individuals within the legal profession, including those who are racially, ethnically...

Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm Co-Founder Jim Haliczer appointed Co-Chairperson of Trial Lawyers Section

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — Haliczer, Pettis & Schwamm’s co-founding partner Jim Haliczer was appointed co-chairperson of the Trial Lawyers Section of the Broward County Bar Association by incoming President Edwina Kessler. The Trial Lawyers Section is meant to assist the courts in improving the administration of justice, to promote the art of advocacy and to preserve and protect the jury system. Haliczer’s appointment will begin July 1, 2018 and go through June 30, 2019. During...