Judge Ashenafi Richardson shares her trailblazing story of being a first generation immigrant attorney and her path to the bench. This podcast has been approved for 1 hour of General CLE Credit, 0.5 hours of Bias Elimination Credit, and 0.5 hours of Professionalism Credit. Course #5980. References: <a href="https://www.floridabar.org/about/diversity/diversity003/resources003/#:~:text=For%20fall%202016%2C%20white%20students,percent%3B%20and%20Asians%2010.2%20percent.&text=For%202017%2C%20Florida%20International%20University,Hispanic%20and%206.9%20percent%20black" rel="nofollow">Minorities in the Legal Profession</a>, Florida Bar issue paper; <a href="https://www.lawpracticetoday.org/article/helping-first-generation-lawyers/" rel="nofollow">Helping First-Generation Lawyers Thrive</a>, Law Practice Today article; <a href="https://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/florida-bar/2019/07/how-she-did-it-judge-nina-ashenafi-richardsons-path-to-leadership/" rel="nofollow">How She Did It: Judge Nina Ashenafi Richardson’s Path to Leadership</a>, Florida Bar Podcast.

Judge Jessica Costello--Mentors, Friendtors, and Advocates

The Florida Bar’s Henry Latimer Center for Professionalism presents Never Contemplated, a candid discussion with female judges from across the state about gender bias, professionalism, and civility in the judicial system, hosted by Judge Hetal Desai.Disclaimer: The views expressed by the participants of this program are their own and do not represent the views of, nor are they endorsed by The Florida Bar, their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, or representatives. None of the content should be considered legal advice. As always, consult a lawyer.