Lisa G. Harvey - President

Ayana K. Barrow - President-Elect | Annie L. Blanc - Treasurer

Alicia M. Garel - Secretary | Brendon Clark - Parliamentarian

Jennell R. Loper - General Counsel | Guyliana A. Plantain - Historian

Ryan A. Fletcher - At-Large Member | Taisha Easterling - At-Large Member

Ashley R. Wright - Immediate Past President

Thrilling News! Join us TODAY at 11:30am for the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association’s October meeting as we proudly present Sia Baker Barnes, Esquire; she is an iconic Florida Bar leader and our distinguished speaker! Our topic will be "Leading with Vision: Navigating the Future of Law with Courage and Innovation." Don't miss this chance to learn about her personal journey as we are committed to excellence! Secure your spot today!  #VisionCourageInnovation

Members: Free

Non-members: $15.00

RSVP HERE!

The Membership Committee of the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association would like to invite all members to a happy hour on October 5 to fellowship and bring in the Fall season. We hope to see you there!

As previously announced, The Paul C. Perkins Bar Association has adopted Ivey Lane Elementary School for this upcoming school year!

On October 13, 2023, from 9:00 to 10:30, we are looking for 4 to 6 volunteers to kick off our school year initiative!

We will be working with the PreK students for a motivational reading session! We're enthusiastic about the positive impact we can make together!

If you are interested, please contact the Youth Outreach Committee Chair by 10/9/2023 at [email protected]

Additionally, all volunteers must fill out the necessary volunteer form link HERE.

Introducing 'Brothers & Bourbon: An Evening of Unity' – a distinguished gathering exclusively for the gentlemen of the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association. This evening promises a confluence of camaraderie and class, where members can engage in enriching discussions and foster bonds of brotherhood. Let the warmth of bourbon mirror the unity of our community. This memorable evening will be dedicated to unity, mentorship, and the shared pursuit of legal excellence. RSVP HERE!

Save the Date and join us for 'Esquire Euphoria: Champagne Cheers and Conversation', an exquisite evening dedicated to celebrating the illustrious women of the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association! Dive into riveting conversations, forge meaningful connections, and toast to the trailblazers and rising stars of our legal community. This event promises not just the sparkle of champagne, but the warmth of fellowship and the shared passion of advocacy. Make sure to be a part of this unforgettable soirée! RSVP HERE! Space is limited!

The Law Student Mentorship Program Applications are now available!!

Sign up to be a Mentor/Mentee

Our goal for this program is to provide law students the opportunity to gain insight into the legal profession from an experienced attorney who practices in an area of interest, and/or shares similar personal experiences with the law student mentee. In order for our program to be successful, we are in need of attorney volunteers to serve as mentors. In an effort to reach as many students as possible, we are in search of attorney volunteers in all practice areas/backgrounds. We aim to foster long-term relationships among the mentors and mentees within the program, and we would like to extend the opportunity to attorneys and judges within the area to pay it forward to the next generation of lawyers.

Students attending Florida A&M University College of Law and Barry University School of Law (including recent graduates) are encouraged to complete the mentee application.

The application for Mentors can be located HERE.

The application for Mentees can be located HERE.

The deadline for applications is Friday, October 20, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

The Youth Outreach Committee is looking for volunteers to help them have a spooktacular night at the OCBA Trunk or Treat event on October 25, 2023!

If you are interested, please contact Julian Maynard, Chair of the Youth Outreach Committee at [email protected]

 The Department of Legal Studies at the University of Central Florida is excited to invite the esteemed members of the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association to participate as volunteer judges for UCF’s South Atlantic Regional Moot Court Tournament. The Tournament will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 3 and 4. We hope that you will volunteer your time to judge moot court participants from all over the country on one or both of these days. The information for the in-person tournament is as follows:

    2023 South Atlantic Regional Moot Court Tournament – November 3 - 4, 2023 at the UCF Downtown Campus: Dr. Phillips Academic Commons

o   Friday, November 3, 2023 – 4:15 to 9:15 p.m. (3 Preliminary Rounds start at 5 p.m. after Judge's Training – will need to stay for all rounds)

o   Saturday, November 4, 2023 – 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Single Elimination Rounds – volunteers are dismissed as the day progresses)

We are also working on providing CLE Credits to those who participate as we did last year!!

If you have any questions regarding the tournament, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Tonya Noldon-Randall, Tournament Director, at [email protected].

The Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association will host its Second Quarterly Meeting & CLE Program on Friday, November 17, 2023 at FAMU College of Law. Our meeting will be held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of the Latimer-Hawkins Judicial Council, which serves as the judicial arm of Virgil Hawkins. We will be hosting a reception in honor of the Judiclal Council immediately following the CLE program. 

We would like to extend free registration for these events to the Paul C. Perkins Bar Association membership. The registration code for PCPBA is PCP2324. Registration is available now HERE.

The Paul C. Perkins Bar Association is ecstatic to announce the Inaugural Perkins Young Lawyers Academy Fellows! This program is designed to provide these cohorts with the history, skills, tools, and knowledge they need to be effective, transformative leaders within PCPBA, the Florida Bar, and our community. We are looking to working with this sensational group of members!

Celebrity makeup artist, Lovely Lynn, renowned for her work, is extending a one-of-a-kind offer exclusively for our esteemed members. Elevate your professional image with a glamour makeup session followed by a polished headshot – all for a special rate of $150. 

To secure this limited opportunity:

1. Place a deposit of $50 HERE and discount code is PCPBA. 

2. Bring the balance of $100 on the day of the service.

Remember, this offer is tailor-made solely for our members. Don't miss out on the chance to get the celebrity treatment and showcase the best version of you!

The UCF Legal Studies Department is seeking mentors for their students. The students are required to take a course on professionalism before doing an internship in the community. In the course, they learn skills such as interacting with the public, speaking to professionals, and overall, just putting their best foot forward.  To accomplish this goal, they pair a student with a legal mentor who provides input on the student’s resume and conducts a mock interview with a student.

Volunteers are needed to help with those 2 interactions:

· A mentor provides input on the student's resume 

o Feedback can be provided via e-mail or telephone 

o Approximate time for completion is 30 minutes

o Feedback occurs in October

· A mentor conducts a "mock interview" for a legal assistant position with the student

o Mock interview occurs via telephone or video conference (e.g., Zoom)

o UCF provides "job description" for legal assistant position

o Approximate time for completion is 30-45 minutes

o Interview takes place in November  

If this is something you are interested in, please sign up HERE. If you have questions, you are also welcome to call Professionalism Ambassador, Faculty Member Christy Foley, at 407-739-8258. 

Community Legal Services is seeking the help of Paul C. Perkins Bar Association members who would like to provide pro bono assistance to Eatonville residents with heirs’ property issues and estate planning.  Community Legal Services, HELP CDC, and FAMU Law have come together to create Linking Legacies, a program for Eatonville residents who need legal assistance clearing title to heirs' property and/or estate planning services.

Clients do not pay any services or fees. CLS provides the funding for fees such as court filing fees and title work.

CLS is also able to assist client with heirs’ matters in any of its 12 service county area (Brevard, Citrus, Flagler, Hernando, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Putnam, Seminole, Sumter, Volusia)

Here are some articles about the Project so far:

WEST ORLANDO NEWS

ORLANDO BUSINESS JOURNAL

Many thanks in advance and for any additional questions about Linking Legacies and/or to volunteer for the Heirs’ Project, please contact:

Darlene Bell-Alexander

Senior Managing Attorney, CLS Real Property Rights Protection

Member: Florida Bar Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section

Office. (407) 279-4232

Email. [email protected]

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new potential adventure for our members - our first-ever PCPBA Cruise Trip!

This voyage is not just a getaway; it's an opportunity for us to connect, unwind, and create lasting memories while enjoying breathtaking ocean views and visiting the beautiful island of Bahamas! 

If you are interested, please contact President Lisa Harvey at [email protected] to gauge if we will have enough support from the PCPBA family! 

We can't wait to embark on this incredible journey together! 

Stay tuned for more information about the cruise itinerary, booking process, and pricing. However, you are welcome to check the Carnival site for an idea of the cabin pricing depending on the party’s size. 

Paul C. Perkins Bar Association wants to celebrate our members. PCPBA Membership Spotlight is a space to acknowledge the amazing things happening in the lives of our members. If you or another member has achieved a milestone, received an award or has any reason to be recognized, WE WANT TO KNOW! Fill out the easy google form below to be featured in the weekly newsletter. We can not wait to hear about everything our members are accomplishing. Click HERE to submit!

We are seeking attorney referrals for the following areas of law:

medical malpractice;

real estate;

dependency;

education;

probate; and

civil rights.

Please email us at [email protected]

The Paul C. Perkins Bar Association would like to encourage our members to get involved and join a committee! The following are the committees available to join:

Community Engagement Committee

Responsible for coordinating community service events consistent with the mission of the organization and the priorities of the Executive Board

Special Events Committee

Responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all PCPBA social and member events, including the Annual Judicial Reception

Youth Outreach Committee

Responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all youth related activities and events sponsored by the organization

Scholarship Committee

Responsible for leading the Board in efforts to seek funds necessary to carry out the mission of the organization

10+ Committee

Responsible for planning events/meetings for attorneys practicing more than 10 years

Law Student Mentoring Committee

Responsible for implementing programs designed to foster meaningful relationships between attorney members and local law students

Membership Committee

Responsible for maintaining membership relations

Social Media/Website Committee

Responsible for managing the organization’s website, media outreach, event marketing, and social media presence.

Continuing Legal Education Committee

Responsible for facilitating the production and delivery of quality CLE programs and publications for PCPBA members in accordance with the Florida Bar

Liaison Committee

Responsible for serving as liaisons between the PCPBA Board and the Central Florida community (i.e. judiciary, law schools, etc.)

Sponsorship Committee

Responsible for obtaining sponsorships for all PCPBA activities and facilitating relationships with past, current, and future sponsors

Please email [email protected] with your committee of interest!