FREE CLE: Ufferman Files Part 5 - Stand Your Ground
2025-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Ufferman Files Part 5 – Stand Your Ground. Originally presented on Friday, December 12, 2025, by Michael Ufferman of the Michael Ufferman Law Firm, P.A. in Tallahassee. Course number 9368 is approved by The Florida Bar until approximately June 12, 2027, for 1 CLE and 1 certification credit each in Criminal Appellate and Criminal Trial. Florida Bar members may self-report CLE credit through their member portals. Watch the recording on YouTube.
Specifically, our panelists will discuss the current Florida Statutes and procedures that apply to pretrial Stand Your Ground immunity motions and hearings, recent Florida caselaw addressing the subject, the Florida Supreme Court’s new opinion amending Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.190 and the impact of those amendments on SYG proceedings, and appellate review of SYG proceedings—in particular the different role of prohibition petitions versus certiorari petitions.
On this episode, Michael will be joined by attorneys Patrick Canan and Dan Hilbert, who will discuss their role in representing Luis Casado in a high-profile SYG immunity case in St. Augustine. Michael will also be joined by Dr. Laurence Miller, a neuropsychologist who specializes in police psychology, who was one of the expert witnesses in Mr. Casado’s case. This episode is a must for anyone who has an upcoming SYG case—and it will surely be informative and entertaining for all of those who practice criminal law.

FREE CLE: Ufferman Files – Stories of Recovery and Resilience
2026-02-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
Please join us on Friday, February 20, at noon for the next installment of the Ufferman Files series with Michael Ufferman of the Michael Ufferman Law Firm P.A. in Tallahassee.
This live Zoom program is free for Criminal Law Section members, and non-members may register for $40, which includes Section membership. Course number 9623 is approved for 2 General CLE credits and 2 Substance Abuse credits. REGISTER
In this powerful 90-minute episode, host Ufferman sits down with two of the state’s premier criminal defense attorneys, William Sansone and Matthew Willard. While they are known for their legal prowess in the courtroom, this webcast goes behind the scenes to discuss the personal battles that often remain hidden in the legal profession.
Bill and Matt offer an unfiltered look at the high-stakes world of criminal defense and the heavy toll it can take on mental health. The discussion covers:

The Weight of the Profession: Navigating the intense stress, long hours, and emotional burden of defending complex cases.
The Descent: Honest reflections on their individual struggles with alcohol addiction and the “lows” that followed.
The Path to Recovery: How they prioritized their well-being, found a community of support, and reclaimed their lives.
Lasting Resilience: Practical insights on how they maintain their sobriety while continuing to practice law at the highest level.

FREE CLE: Criminal Defense – Hanging Out Your Own Shingle
2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Please join us on Thursday, February 26, from 12 – 1 p.m. for “Criminal Defense: Hanging Out Your Own Shingle,” by Jalen Thompson, Pearl & Thompson Attorneys at Law, Lakeland; Kyle Tursky, Tursky & Kelefas Law, Seminole; Katia L. Wilson, The Law Office of Katia L. Wilson, PLLC, Orlando; and Shireen Brueggeman, Brueggeman Law PLLC, Miami. REGISTER
Ready to be your own boss? Starting a criminal defense firm requires more than just legal knowledge—it requires a roadmap. Join us for a high-impact, one-hour session featuring three practitioners who took very different paths to private practice. Whether you are currently in government service or a fresh admittee, this webinar provides the “boots on the ground” insight you need to launch successfully.
This live Zoom program is hosted by the Criminal Law Section’s Young Lawyers Committee and will be moderated by Kyra Lucas-Millbrook, Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel, 1st Region, Green Cove Springs. It is free for Criminal Law Section members. Non-members may register for $40, which includes Section membership. Course number 9624 is approved for 2 CLE, 2 Criminal Appellate, and 2 Criminal Trial.c

2026 Experts on DUI
2026-05-07 08:00 - 2026-05-08 17:00 | Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel, 4200 Jim Walter Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
Experts on DUI. Live (in person only) at the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel. Details and registration will be available soon.

2026 Criminal Law Update
2026-06-25 09:00 - 16:55 | FL
2026 Criminal Law Update. Live (in person only) during the Annual Florida Bar Convention. Details and registration will be available soon.
