Bona fide expertise in Florida property insurance law is inching closer to reality, with new rules and new education initiatives. The Florida Bar’s Board of Governors in September approved proposed rules for a certification in insurance coverage law, and a comment period on the rules closed last week. This is a significant development for legal professionals specializing in this complex field.
The next step for the insurance coverage law certification is review by the state Supreme Court. This process ensures that the proposed rules meet the highest standards for legal specialization within Florida.
Featured snippet paragraph: What is the Florida insurance law certification? The Florida insurance law certification is a proposed new credential designed to distinguish attorneys with specialized expertise in insurance coverage law, requiring at least five years of practice and specific insurance-related services.
A certification, as outlined in the proposed rules, would require a number of measures that show experience in insurance litigation. These include at least five years of legal practice with at least 40% of that in insurance coverage law, down from seven years initially planned. This adjustment aims to broaden accessibility while maintaining rigor.
Applicants must also provide proof that the lawyer has performed at least 30 insurance-related services. These services can include drafting insurance provisions in contracts and representing policyholders or insurers in various legal proceedings.
Furthermore, applicants will have to pass an examination that tests their skills and proficiency in insurance coverage law. This ensures a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter beyond practical experience.
The idea for this certification has been in the works since 2018. Its promoters believe it will help distinguish between attorneys who truly specialize in insurance matters and those who only dabble in the area.
If finalized, this certification will be one of 28 distinct certifications offered by The Florida Bar. This highlights the bar’s commitment to recognizing specialized legal expertise across various practice areas.
To help educate Florida attorneys in the wide-ranging and still-evolving area of insurance law, a group of lawyers is offering a Florida Insurance Coverage College seminar. This educational initiative is designed to keep legal professionals updated on the latest developments.
The inaugural Florida Insurance Coverage College seminar is scheduled for March 5 in Orlando. This event will offer continuing education credits and aims to provide in-depth knowledge.
The seminar is held in conjunction with the Florida Construction Law Institute. This collaboration ensures a multidisciplinary approach to understanding insurance law’s impact on other practice areas.
Key topics covered at the seminar include recent legislative changes, landmark appellate court decisions, bad-faith issues, and emerging trends in technology and coverage disputes. This comprehensive curriculum addresses the dynamic nature of insurance law.
Debbie Crockett, a policyholder attorney with the Cheffy Passidomo law firm and co-chair of the event, described it as an advanced course suitable for judges as well. This indicates the high level of expertise expected and imparted.
More information about the seminar is available by emailing [email protected] or [email protected]. These contacts can provide details for interested legal professionals.
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