Jones Foster, a 100-year-old commercial and private client law firm based in West Palm Beach, Florida, is pleased to announce that the Palm Beach County Bar Association has appointed and reappointed several attorneys to key Bar committees for the 2024-2025 term. As committee members, the attorneys will bring their leadership skills to foster and strengthen relationships with Bar colleagues and the judiciary.
Shareholder Joanne M. O’Connor was reappointed as co-chair of the PBCBA’s Diversity Internship Program (DIP) on the Committee for Diversity & Inclusion. The DIP provides diverse law school students opportunities to gain work experience at local law firms and government agencies; network with attorneys and members of the judiciary; and obtain pathways to future employment in the Palm Beach County legal community. Joanne recently held a Tips & Tools Workshop at Jones Foster’s West Palm Beach office to kick off the program and as an opportunity for the interns to connect with up-and-coming attorneys and gain insight into their legal backgrounds and law school experiences.
Shareholder Zachary M. Rothman was newly appointed as chair of the Probate/Guardianship Practice Committee, which works to initiate and consider suggestions to improve the practice of law in the areas of probate and guardianship. In addition, Zack was reappointed as a member of the Guardianship Education Committee and Estate/Probate Law CLE Committee.
Shareholder Spencer S. Keyser was reappointed to the Civil Practice Committee and the Law Related Education Committee, which promotes law-related education programs with an emphasis on the legal system and civics education. In addition, Spencer will continue his services as a board member of the Young Lawyers Section.
Shareholder Travis J. Foels continues his service on the Business Litigation CLE Committee, which is responsible for organizing continued legal education seminars in business litigation matters, including at the annual Bench Bar Conference.
Associate Alexander L. Brams was reappointed to the Estate/Probate Law CLE Committee, aimed at creating continued legal education seminars in estate and probate matters. Alex also will continue his service as a board member of the Young Lawyers Section and as a member of its Adopt-a-School Committee.
Associate Melissa C. Steen was newly appointed to serve on the Membership Committee, which is charged with member retention and recruiting new members to the organization. The committee is also tasked with implementing, promoting, and supporting the “You’ve Been Served” initiative, which is designed to highlight the positive community services provided by Palm Beach County Bar Association lawyers.
Associate Brett T. Lashley continues his service on the Civil Practice Committee, which seeks to initiate and consider suggestions to improve the practice of law in our area and assist with community outreach. This court advisory committee also coordinates the circuit civil portion of events for the annual Bench Bar Conference.
Jones Foster is celebrating its Centennial year as a full-service commercial and private client law firm headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, with offices in Palm Beach and Jupiter. Tracing its roots back to 1924, the firm has served as an integral part of South Florida’s growth and prosperity. Through a relentless pursuit of excellence, Jones Foster delivers original legal solutions that help clients, colleagues, and the community to move forward. A significant number of attorneys have received the designation of Board-Certified Specialist by The Florida Bar in their specific practice area. The firm’s practice groups include Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution; Corporate & Tax; Land Use & Governmental; Private Wealth, Wills, Trusts & Estates; Real Estate; and Trust & Estate Litigation. For more information, please visit www.jonesfoster.com.
