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Legal Demands, Process, Disputes

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Representation of UF Affiliates

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Personal Representation of Individuals

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What is the lawsuit against UF?

The lawsuit alleges that the faculty members’ First Amendment rights were violated and that UF’s decisions around its conflict of interest policy reveal political motives and infringe on academic freedom.

Who are the lawyers representing the six professors?

David A. O’Neil and Paul Donnelly, the lawyers representing the six professors, said in a statement they hope the university does away with its conflict of interest policy.

Why did Laura Rosenbury ask for permission to sign on to a UF brief?

It states that UF College of Law dean Laura Rosenbury initially told faculty that the university’s new policy on conflicts of interest and outside activities allowed them to sign on to such briefs because it was part of their role. She later said they needed permission first because the brief “will be filed in an action against the state.” When the professors sought permission, they were told they could participate as long as they did not use UF logos or imply a connection with the university.

Who is the president of the University of Florida?

University of Florida President Kent Fuchs is named in a lawsuit filed by UF faculty members calling for an end to a conflict of interest policy they contend is unconstitutional. Three more professors joined the case on Monday, bringing the number of plaintiffs to six.

Who was denied the right to testify in the DeSantis case?

The lawsuit also states Goldhagen was denied permission to testify as an expert witness in a case against Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order about parents’ rights over schools in masking policies.

Did Nunn and Reid challenge Florida's position that formerly incarcerated people had to pay all the financial?

According to the revised lawsuit, Nunn and Reid joined law professors around the country in signing a brief challenging Florida’s position that formerly incarcerated people had to pay all the financial obligations included in their sentence before they could vote. Both professors had taught courses about “the rights of criminal defendants and those convicted of felonies” and had previously participated in cases without issue, the lawsuit states.

Who taught property law at UF?

When some faculty members were uncomfortable returning to the classroom, Rosenbury filled the gap. For the first time since she became UF’s dean, Rosenbury taught a required course, Property Law.

What are the health protocols in law school?

Health protocols included a strict masking policy, rigorous contact tracing, social distancing, plexiglass barriers, signage, one-way footpaths, and even frequent testing of the law school’s sewage for telltale signs of the disease.

Does UF Law have to raise tuition?

UF Law has not had to raise tuition since 2010, she said.

Is UF Law selective?

The trend has allowed UF Law to be more selective, with the next class boasting some of the highest LSAT scores and undergraduate achievement in UF Law history, Rosenbury said.

Legal Demands, Process, Disputes

Scope of UF Representation

Assistance and Information

Representation of UF Affiliates

Personal Representation of Individuals

• UF lawyers are unable to represent UF Trustees, faculty or staff in their personal (non-UF) activities or against the University, our client. For personal representation, the following referral service, among others, is available: The Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service - (800) 342-8011.

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