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Shayla Lee Triumphs in Duval County Judicial Race, Securing Bench Seat by Hefty Margin

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Jacksonville, FL – In a significant outcome from the latest elections, public defender Shayla Lee has secured a victory to become a new county judge in Duval County. Lee triumphed over Matthew Lufrano, her closest competitor, by an impressive margin exceeding 50,000 votes, marking her debut on the county bench with a promise of fresh judicial perspectives. Lee’s victory follows a competitive race that saw her emerge as a top contender from a four-candidate field in August’s primary elections. Despite being financially outpaced by Lufrano in campaign fundraising, Lee’s message and credentials evidently resonated more … Read more

Top Litigators Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere Join Norton Rose Fulbright, Bolstering Chicago’s Legal Expertise in High-Stakes Litigation

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Chicago, IL – In a significant expansion of its litigation team, Norton Rose Fulbright has welcomed Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere as partners in its Chicago office, where they will also serve as Co-Heads of Litigation and Disputes. Their hiring marks a significant move for the firm, noted for their expertise in product liability, consumer disputes, and environmental mass tort litigation. Lee and Casmere, distinguished for their roles in shaping legal strategies in complex and high-stakes cases, come from Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila, a litigation firm they helped establish in Chicago. Their cumulative decades … Read more

Community Mourns Passing of Renowned Jefferson County Judge and Public Servant, Lee Clary

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Watertown, NY — Former Jefferson County Court Judge Lee Clary, known for his profound impact on the local community and legal field, passed away at the age of 86. His death was confirmed to have occurred peacefully at Samaritan Medical Center last Thursday. Born on October 13, 1937, in Geneva, New York, Clary was a lifelong advocate for justice and public service. After earning a philosophy degree from St. Bernard’s Seminary in Rochester and completing his legal studies at Syracuse University, where he met his future wife, Shirley A. McDonald, Clary embarked on a distinguished … Read more

Remembering Sheila Jackson Lee: A Legacy of Passion and Advocacy in U.S. Congress and Civil Rights

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Washington, D.C. – The nation mourns the passing of Sheila Jackson Lee, a prominent lawyer, civil rights advocate, and long-serving U.S. Representative for Texas’ 18th Congressional District. Known for her tireless dedication and impactful legislation, Jackson Lee’s death on July 19, 2024, marks a significant loss for her constituents and advocates for justice nationwide. Janai Nelson, President and Director-Counsel of the Legal Defense Fund (LDF), commemorated Jackson Lee’s profound influence on civil rights and her enduring legacy. “Representative Jackson Lee’s dedication to the 18th District of Texas and the protection of civil rights was exemplary,” … Read more