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Big ups to everyone who came out last week to Aardwolf Brewery for our YLS social, happy hour and fantasy football draft...
09/06/2026

Big ups to everyone who came out last week to Aardwolf Brewery for our YLS social, happy hour and fantasy football draft!

Great showing from the Jacksonville Bar Association and Jax legal community as a whole, and we are SUPER excited about the upcoming NFL season.

As for that player in our league - who shall remain nameless - who drafted 2 kickers and three defenses? Yeaaaahhhh ... they probably AREN'T as excited as the rest of us.

But ..... good luck to them! ;)

Great event - thank you to our sponsor Veritext for making it happen - and we appreciate those who attended! Stay tuned for details on the next one soon!

♣️❤️♠️♦️ SAVE THE DATE: The 2026 YLS Charity Poker Tournament Is Set For Nov. 5th! ♣️❤️♠️♦️Who's ready to shuffle up and...
09/06/2026

♣️❤️♠️♦️ SAVE THE DATE: The 2026 YLS Charity Poker Tournament Is Set For Nov. 5th! ♣️❤️♠️♦️

Who's ready to shuffle up and deal for a great cause once again????

✋️✋️✋️✋️✋️✋️✋️

The 2026 Jacksonville Bar Association YLS Charity Poker Tournament is all set and we have a new date, a new local charity that we are raising money for this year - but we'll be back at our same old trusty venue at Best Bet Jax!

Mark your calendars ASAP for Thursday, Nov. 5th, at BestBet as we gather to enjoy a night of camaraderie, cards and charity in the Jaksonville legal community.

The proceeds this year will go to the Friends of James Weldon Johnson Park - a nonprofit organization that hosts local arts markets, dance shows and seasonal festivals.

James Weldon Johnson Park is Jacksonville's oldest public park, serving as a vibrant cultural and historical gathering space in the heart of downtown. City founder Isaiah D. Hart established the green space around 1857, and City of Jacksonville, Florida renamed the area from Hemming Park to honor civil rights activist and writer James Weldon Johnson in 2020.

Registration and sponsorship opportunities will open soon at JaxBar.org so stay tuned! And if you have any questions about the event, reach out to YLS member Brenda McClary at [email protected] or (904) 399-4486

But for now? SAVE 👏 THAT 👏 DATE 👏!

GREAT NEWS, YLS MEMBERS ... 🗣The Ribault and Raines High School Future Lawyers & Leaders Program is back for another exc...
08/26/2026

GREAT NEWS, YLS MEMBERS ... 🗣

The Ribault and Raines High School Future Lawyers & Leaders Program is back for another exciting year!

In a recent letter from United States District Judge Brian J. Davis, he highlighted the continued partnership between the YLS and D.W. Perkins Bar Association for providing this impactful mentoring program for local high school students.

The program connects students with attorney mentors throughout the school year and culminates in an end-of-year mock trial. Judge Davis noted that growing student participation has increased the need for volunteer mentors. Attorneys are asked to commit approximately four hours per month, either in person or virtually, to help guide and encourage students interested in the legal profession.

Volunteers consistently describe the experience as both meaningful and rewarding, often gaining as much from the program as the students they mentor.

If you're interested in making a difference in a student's future while helping develop the next generation of legal professionals, we encourage you to volunteer as a mentor at the link here: https://www.jaxbar.org/general/custom.asp?page=futurementors

We just wanted to say thanks to the Jacksonville Daily Record for the recent coverage they gave our Annual YLS Kickball ...
08/19/2026

We just wanted to say thanks to the Jacksonville Daily Record for the recent coverage they gave our Annual YLS Kickball League - and congratulate on their back-to-back championships!

ICYMI, we just concluded one of our most competitive and memorable kickball seasons to date, with the Ballbarians edging the Defenders in the championship game to claim their second consecutive league title and complete an undefeated season.

The Defenders capped off an outstanding season of their own, pushing the Ballbarians to the final half inning in a championship that served as a fitting conclusion to one of the league’s best seasons. Every team contributed to what many considered the league’s most competitive and entertaining season yet.

The victory marked the Ballbarians’ fifth championship in the league’s last seven seasons.

This year’s league featured five teams representing a broad cross section of Jacksonville’s legal community: the Ballbarians, the Defenders, Kickballerz, the State Attorney’s Office, and for the first time, Jacksonville University College of Law.

Each team brought its own personality, competitive spirit and camaraderie to the league, making every Thursday night’s slate of games a highlight of the summer for players and spectators alike.

The addition of Jacksonville University College of Law marked an milestone by bringing future lawyers into one of the most anticipated annual traditions and strengthening connections between law students and practicing attorneys.

With five competitive teams and one of the league’s most exciting seasons to date, the continued growth of the league reflects the strong sense of community within Jacksonville’s legal profession.

Each Thursday evening, attorneys, law students and legal professionals from private practice and government agencies traded the courtroom for the kickball field. This season also introduced walk-up songs, with participating teams embracing the tradition and adding even more energy and personality to game nights.

Combined with spirited competition, enthusiastic family members, friends and coworkers lining the sidelines, the atmosphere made each Thursday feel like a true community event!

And there ya have it -- our official LOOK BACK on our amazing 2026 YLS Pin Pals Bowling Tournament fundraiser for Specia...
08/12/2026

And there ya have it -- our official LOOK BACK on our amazing 2026 YLS Pin Pals Bowling Tournament fundraiser for Special Olympics Florida - Northeast Region that went down a couple of weeks ago at the Batt Family Fun Center!

Check out these heart-warming photos from JBA photog Brandi Moore Media from this year's tournament, which the Jacksonville Bar Association and JBA YLS have been holding for decades!

Local law firms sponsored a bowling lane and were paired with Special Olympics athletes to compete for prizes and The Legacy Trophy, a symbol of unity and sportsmanship that is passed on to each year’s winning team.

Last year, the event raised more than $6,300 as proceeds directly support the local Northeast chapter of Special Olympics Florida, helping provide year-round sports training and competitive opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

And we will reveal how much was raised VERY SOON when we hold a check presentation ceremony! So stay tuned!

Also, huge, giant, MASSIVE shoutout to all of our sponsors who helped make this event happen, including:

** Rogers Towers, P.A.
** Veritext
** Murphy & Anderson, P.A.
** Coker Law
** Gunster
** Smith Hulsey & Busey
** Brennan Manna & Diamond P.A.
** Equitable Advisors
** Akerman
** Pajcic & Pajcic
** Marks Gray, P.A.
** Klavon Mediation PLLC
** Holland & Knight
** Lippes Mathias LLP
** Carr Allison

And, of course, much appreciation to the Special Olympics athletes and their families who participated, formed friendships with our members and made it an event to remember. We can't wait to do it again next year!

Great work, JBA and YLS members!

🍻⚖️ HAPPY HOUR, YLS STYLE! ⚖️🍻The JBA Young Lawyers Section is kicking off a brand-new bar year the best way we know how...
08/11/2026

🍻⚖️ HAPPY HOUR, YLS STYLE! ⚖️🍻

The JBA Young Lawyers Section is kicking off a brand-new bar year the best way we know how… good drinks, great company, and a little friendly competition!

JBA members are invited to join the YLS for Happy Hour on Tuesday, September 1 from 5:30–7:30 PM at Aardwolf Brewing Company!

Come grab a drink, enjoy some bites, catch up with friends and colleagues, and help us celebrate the start of another great year for the Young Lawyers Section. And because football season is right around the corner, we’re adding a little something extra to the evening… 🏈

The second annual JBA YLS Fantasy Football League Draft!

Think you can build the best roster in the YLS? Come ready to draft! Anyone interested in joining the league should email Daniel O’Byrne at mailto:[email protected] before the event.

Not into fantasy football? No problem! Participation in the league and draft is completely optional – come for Happy Hour, drinks, bites, and a chance to connect with fellow JBA members.

📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Aardwolf Brewing Company

A huge thank you to Veritext Legal Solutions for sponsoring the evening!

Come raise a glass with YLS and help us kick off the new bar year! 🍻⚖️

"THE CHAMPS REIGN SUPREME ONCE AGAIN!"Those are likely the words that were yelled one week ago during the championship m...
07/31/2026

"THE CHAMPS REIGN SUPREME ONCE AGAIN!"

Those are likely the words that were yelled one week ago during the championship match of the YLS Kickball League between "The Ballbarians" and "The Defenders" - as The Ballbarians, for the second year in a row, won the title! 🏆

Congrats to The Ballbarians! 💪 💪

The final was held at Alexandria Oaks Park in San Marco, and it was a TON of fun! Friends and family of both teams lined the field to cheer on their peeps, but ultimately it was The Ballbarians, captained by longtime Jacksonville Bar Association member John Weedon, who won it all against The Defenders, who were captained by fellow JBA member Owen Schmidt.

Finishing 3rd in the standings this year were Team Kickballerz, 4th place was SAO4 (State Attorney's Office, 4th Judicial Circuit of Florida) and holding down 5th was Team JU (Jacksonville University College of Law)!

Thanks to everyone who took part in another great season of this annual league that brings the Jacksonville legal community together weekly for some fun competition!

Already can't wait until next year!

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WINNING TEAM PHOTO:

Back Row (L to R): Garth Cheek, Tucker Norton, John Weedon, Sam Beltrami, James McCauley, John Pairitz & Paul Palasz

Middle Row (L to R): Jason Love, Rachel Learn, Clare Kelly, Julianna Favale & Jacob Abel

Front Row: Petal Pig Kelly & Beau Weedon

Not Pictured: Allana Forte, Corie Powell, Nick Concilla, Taylor Collins, Kimano Edwards, Brendan Kolbinsky, Bobby Seifert, Adina Pollan, Carly Hazelip & Gigi Rivera

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The Jacksonville Bar Association Young Lawyers Section’s 4th annual Pin Pals Bowling Tournament to benefit Special Olymp...
07/28/2026

The Jacksonville Bar Association Young Lawyers Section’s 4th annual Pin Pals Bowling Tournament to benefit Special Olympics Florida is TONIGHT at the Batt Family Fun Center at 1838 Cassat Ave. in West Jacksonville.

Law firms sponsor a bowling lane and will be paired with Special Olympics athletes to compete for prizes and The Legacy Trophy, a symbol of unity and sportsmanship that is passed on to each year’s winning team.

Last year the event raised more than $6,300 as proceeds directly support Special Olympics Florida, helping provide year-round sports training and competitive opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Super excited to gather tonight with the Jacksonville Bar Association and other members of our legal community to raise money for the Special Olympics!

TONIGHTS THE NIGHT! 🏆 ⚖️ 🏀 That's when we'll crown the 2026 Jax Bar YLS Kickball League Champion during the finals tonig...
07/23/2026

TONIGHTS THE NIGHT! 🏆 ⚖️ 🏀

That's when we'll crown the 2026 Jax Bar YLS Kickball League Champion during the finals tonight at 7pm at Alexandria Oaks Park in San Marco!

YLS teams have been battling it out all year long on Thursday night leading up to this moment.

And soon, we'll announce which Jacksonville Bar Association YLS team will be taking home our covered "Golden Ball" Kickball Trophy - and have bragging rights for the next year!

Even better? Come join the fun tonight and cheer on your friends and colleagues in the Jax Legal Community! Games kick off 7 pm and we'll crown a CHAMP at 8 pm!

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