Seminole County Bar Association

08/19/2026

Join Legal Aid and the SCBA for a happy hour!

07/16/2026

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The Seminole County Bar Association honored the late Judge John L. Woodard III during a June 26 Celebration of Life by presenting his widow, Joanie Woodard, with a framed copy of the U.S. Constitution that will be displayed in a Seminole County courtroom in his memory.

Woodard, who retired from the bench in 2025 and died in April, was widely recognized for his leadership in problem-solving courts, including pioneering work in Seminole County's Drug Court and Veterans Court. The Seminole County Board of County Commissioners recognized his contributions in a proclamation honoring his years of judicial service.

Colleagues remembered Woodard as a compassionate, thoughtful jurist whose commitment to fairness, dignity, and respect left a lasting impact on the legal community and the many individuals who appeared before him. They also praised his dedication to helping veterans and people facing substance use and mental-health challenges through innovative court programs.

05/19/2026

Join us in celebrating the life of the savior-faire, the Honorable John L. Woodard, III on June 26, 2026. See more details in the photos below. RSVP to [email protected]

05/03/2026

What a great night for the SCBA! Outstanding Young Attorney of the Year was awarded to Ethan Carlos as presented by the Honorable Jim DeKleva. Outstanding Attorney of the Year was awarded to Jonathan Paul as presented by his law partner, Sam Weissman. And last, but not least Outstanding Judge of the Year was presented to the Honorable Sly Grunor.

Those in attendance were also treated to a presentation by Chris McAlister of Sight Shift (sightshift.com) on leading with the vision of making an impact. Chris has coached many Fortune 500 and 100 companies on this style of leadership.