As September rolls around, the Board wants you to know that we are working hard to bring you quality programming and worthwhile fellowship opportunities.  Let's look forward to a year dedicated to our community and the plight of uplifting minority girls and boys.  Barristers, we need your help! Come to our meetings, voice your concerns, attend our events, and spread the word of the good work we want to do. 

Hope to see you all soon,

Brandi Thomas
President

IN THIS ISSUE
Executive Board
2016-2017
President: Brandi Thomas
Pres-Elect: Matthew Williams
Treasurer: C. Erica White
Secretary: Kirsten Sencil
Director: Adrian Mood
Director: Jasmyne Henderson
YLD Chair: Haben Abraha
Past President: G.C. Murray

What You Missed:
On August 2nd, the Barristers bought all of the Candidates for Sheriff and State Attorney to the Greater Frenchtown area. 
The forum was moderated by our very own C. Erica White. 
2016 Presidents' Ball
VIDEO RELEASE
 
2016 Presidents' Ball
Hall of Fame
Board of Directors
1920's Theme
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Dues may be mailed to the Tallahassee Barristers Association, Post Office Box 111, Tallahassee, Florida 32302, or click here to visit our website to make your electronic payment!

THUNDERDOME, CLASS 3
Barristers would like to recognize members of Class 3 with special kudos to Barrister Jasmyne Henderson! See full Press Release Here.
Barristers Paraphernalia
ON SALE NOW


September Upcoming Events
**Mark Your Calendars Now**
September General Body Meeting:
September 15, 2016 | 6:15 PM
FSU College of Law
  • Help us start the year with a BANG! Your input is invaluable and we want to see you at our first meeting. 

Intro to Legal Profession:
September 17, 2016 | 9:30 AM
FSU College of Law
  • Join our annual panel discussion to welcome and introduce FSU First-Year Law Students to the Tallahassee Legal Community.


The 2016 Annual Barristers Crab Boil:
(MEMBERSHIP DRIVE- Pay Your Dues)
September 17, 2016 |  11:30 AM
Governor's Square Clubhouse
501 S Blairstone Rd.
  • As the official kick-off event for the year, the Crab Boil brings together attorneys, judges and law students to enjoy steamed crabs, barbecue and other dishes prepared by Barristers members. Bring your family and friends to this free event. If you'd like to contribute to this year's Crab Boil, please contact C. Erica White. We will be collecting dues. 
Know Your Rights Seminar:
September 29, 2016 | 6:00 PM
Location TBD
  • Past President and local attorney Mutaqee Akbar will lead a panel discussion on citizen's rights during police encounters. 

Legal Aid Foundation:
Expungement 101 CLE
This one hour CLE will be worth one general CLE credit. This CLE is to prepare volunteers for LAF's Expungement Clinic scheduled to take place next month. All are welcome to attend.
Member Spotlight

The Tallahassee Barristers
send a special
CONGRATULATIONS to our
very own Judge Yolanda Green who was recently appointed as an Administrative Judge! Please send her your well wishes. We are very proud of Judge Green. 
Leon County Early Voting

Early Voting in Leon County 
August 20 - 27th

Election Day 
August 30th