Meet Matthew D. Cavender, a senior associate attorney within Boyd & Jenerette’s  Appellate Practice division. Since joining the firm in August 2022, Matthew has demonstrated exceptional legal acumen and an unwavering commitment to his clients’ needs. In this attorney spotlight article, we will take a closer look at Matthew’s background, experience, and work approach, delving into the qualities that distinguish him from his peers in the legal profession. Can you tell us about your background and how you made the decision to go to law school? I grew up in […]

Boyd & Jenerette is proud to announce that senior associate Kimberly J. Woods has been elected as president-elect of the Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association (JWLA). Recently, Ms. Woods sat down with Attorney at Law Magazine to discuss her goals and upcoming responsibilities during her appointed term. As the first African American woman to hold this position, Ms. Woods plans to focus on community service, membership growth, and the continued diversification within the legal profession. Click here to read the full article. About Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association (JWLA) The Jacksonville Women […]

Boyd & Jenerette is proud to announce that Shareholder Kansas R. Gooden has been appointed as the Vice Chair of the Board of Legal Specialization & Education (BLSE) by The Florida Bar. About the Board of Legal Specialization & Education (BLSE) Through administration of the certification plan, the BLSE is charged with identifying for the general public and the profession those attorneys who have substantial experience and have demonstrated special knowledge, skills and proficiency in certified areas of practice and professionalism and ethics in the practice of law. The BLSE oversees the […]

Boyd & Jenerette Associate, Brooke A. DiSalvo, had the incredible opportunity to present at the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Council of Affiliates. Along with Mikaela Ziko, Brooke addressed young lawyers across the state about preventing burnout in the legal profession. One of the tips they shared was a simple but powerful mindset shift: changing “have to” into “get to.” By adopting a positive and proactive attitude, we can approach our work with more enthusiasm and fulfillment. As Brooke and Mikaela pointed out, one would never hear Tiger Woods complain […]

Boyd & Jenerette was a proud sponsor of the Rendezvous on the Rooftop hosted by the Jacksonville Bar Association which took place on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the Casa Marina Penthouse Lounge in Jacksonville Beach. This event raised funds to benefit Dreams Come True, an organization which grants wishes to local children battling life-threatening illnesses. The Jacksonville Bar Association’s mission is to encourage collegiality and serve our members in the practice of law, aid in the administration of justice, and foster respect for the law and the legal profession. The Jacksonville Bar Association serves […]

Boyd & Jenerette proudly sponsored the 2023 Florida Bar Workers’ Compensation Forum hosted by Workers’ Compensation Claims Professionals. This conference took place from Thursday, April 20 to Friday, April 21 at the Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate in Championsgate, Florida. Lawyers, adjusters, case managers, vocational experts, supervisors, managers, and executives all gathered at one of Florida’s most advanced educational conferences.