Florida Bar YLD Recognizes
Two HCBA Members
At The Florida Bar’s annual convention in June, The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division recognized two
active HCBA members for their support of young lawyers.
Judge Claudia Isom
Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Judge Claudia Isom received the 2017 Florida Bar YLD Outstanding Jurist
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Award. This award is given to a jurist who has an excellent reputation for sound judicial decisions and an
unblemished record of integrity as a lawyer and judge; is generally recognized by Bar members as highly
qualified; is active in Bar-related activities open to the judiciary; and demonstrates concern for and a
willingness to assist young lawyers and respects their abilities.
Katherine Yanes
Local attorney Katherine Yanes of Kynes, Markman & Felman, PA also was recognized with the 2017
Florida Bar YLD Outstanding Woman Lawyer of Achievement Award. This award recognizes and celebrates
the achievements of a woman lawyer or judge who excels in her field, possesses an excellent reputation for
integrity, exhibits dedication to her community and her profession through bar-related or similar activities,
and who demonstrates a commitment to the success and advancement of young women lawyers.
Congratulations to Judge Isom and Katherine Yanes for receiving these well-deserved awards!
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