Today, Governor Ron DeSantis named Barbara Lagoa of Miami-Dade County as the 87th Justice of the Florida Supreme Court since statehood in 1845. She is the first Cuban American woman as well as the first graduate of Florida International University to serve on the state's highest court.

By long tradition, Florida's Chief Justices usually swear Governors into office. It happened again Tuesday when Chief Justice Charles Canady gave the prescribed oath to Florida's new Governor Ron DeSantis on the east steps of the Old Capitol Building in Tallahassee.

Retiring Justices Barbara J. Pariente and Peggy A. Quince donated some of their judicial papers to the Florida Supreme Court Library and Archives. 

Press Release: December 27, 2018 - Florida Supreme Court launches first smartphone-friendly website today.

In the newest episode of Open Ninth, Chief Justice Charles Canady joins Ninth Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Fred Lauten to shed some light on the judicial branch of government, giving us an insider’s look into the Florida courts.

Retiring Justice Fred Lewis shares his memories about his 20 years on the supreme court. Including the important impact teachers had on his life and career.

Retiring Justice Peggy Quince shares her poignant memories and incisive insights about her 20 years on the supreme court. Including the case that was a "shining moment for the court."

Retiring Justice Barbara Pariente shares some poignant memories and incisive insights about her 21 years on the supreme court. Including what issues and accomplishments make her "beam with pride."