TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Justice Association (FJA®) announced its 2026–2027 slate of elected officers and Board of Directors, with Christopher “Chris” N. Ligori installed as President during the Florida Justice Association’s Annual Convention in Palm Beach.
Joining Ligori as officers of the Association are:
- Matthew N. Posgay, President-Elect
- Peter Hunt, Treasurer
- Maryann M. Furman, Secretary
- R. Waylon Thompson, Immediate Past President
- Jeffrey “Jeff” A. Porter, FJA Executive Director
The Association also announced the following Executive Committee Members:
- Francoise M. Haasch
- T. Mike Morgan
- Carter W. Scott
- Trent L. Swift
- Eric M. Tinstman
“FJA’s leadership reflects some of the most dedicated and accomplished trial attorneys in the state of Florida,” said Jeff Porter. “This outstanding group of leaders will continue advancing FJA’s mission of protecting access to justice, defending the constitutional right to trial by jury, and advocating for Florida’s consumers and families at a critically important time for our civil justice system.”
Additionally, the Florida Justice Association elected the following Directors for a 2026–2028 term:
- Sheba R. Abraham
- M. Alex Arteaga-Gomez
- Pedro P. Echarte III
- Jason R. Fraxedas
- Jonathan E. Freidin
- Lawrence “Larry” Gonzalez II
- Francoise M. Haasch
- Mara R.P. Hatfield
- Taylor A. Hill
- T. Mike Morgan
- Jennifer L. Rosinski
- David I. Shiner
These Directors will join the 2025-2027 Directors:
- Jordan A. Dulcie
- Beth W. Finizio
- Jed A. Main
- Damian B. Mallard
- John “Jay” W. Manuel
- Carey W. Meldon
- Carter W. Scott
- Brent G. Steinberg
- Trent J. Swift
- DeWayne K. Terry
- Dane R. Ullian
- Gregory “Greg” M. Yaffa
District Directors-At-Large elected for a one-year term include:
- Marc Anidjar
- Adrian R. Bridges
- Khalil E. Farah
- Keith P. Ligori
- Stefano D. Portigliatti
- Preston “P.J.” J. Scheiner
- Eric M. Tinstman
President Ligori named the following members as his Presidential Appointments to the Board:
- Scott D. Alpizar
- Thomas “Tom” W. Carey
- Rene M. Delombard
- Tyler B. Everett
- Michael E. Levine
- Meaghann C. Ligori
- Damien H. Prosser
- Stephen Watrel
FJA officers and board members also serve in leadership roles with the American Association for Justice® (AAJ®) Board of Governors and as State Delegates, which elevates Florida’s voice on issues impacting the civil justice system at the federal level.
In addition, the FJA announced leadership for several FJA sections and caucuses, including Appellate Practice, Minority Caucus, Solo/Small Firm, Women’s Caucus, Workers’ Compensation, and Young Lawyers.
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Founded in 1952, the Florida Justice Association is a statewide organization of nearly 3,000 personal injury plaintiff’s attorneys, legal professionals, and advocates dedicated to strengthening and upholding Florida’s civil justice system and protecting the rights of Florida consumers and families. To learn more about the Florida Justice Association, please visit myfja.org.
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