Voluntary Bar Association Of Attorneys, Judges, Paralegals, Law Students, And Businesses
The South Broward Bar Association (SBBA) was originally founded in the mid-1960s by a group of local attorneys who gathered weekly for collegial lunchtime conversation. After a period of inactivity, the organization was revitalized in January 2008 by Kenneth P. Hassett (President, 2008–2010). Since its revival, the SBBA has grown into a thriving organization of more than 250 members throughout South Broward County.
Today, the SBBA is a well-established voluntary bar association dedicated to promoting professionalism, fostering meaningful relationships, and enhancing opportunities for the professional growth of its members. With the continued support of our sponsors, we remain committed to delivering value through both substantive programming and community engagement.
Our mission is carried out through monthly meetings that bring together judges and attorneys in both professional and social settings. Luncheons are held on the first Thursday of each month at noon at Tropical Acres Restaurant and feature distinguished guest speakers along with CLE-accredited presentations on a wide range of legal topics. Speakers have included circuit and county court judges, Fourth District Court of Appeal judges, the Clerk of Court, and past and present Chief Judges. As a courtesy, all luncheons are complimentary for sitting members of the judiciary.
In addition to our monthly programs, the SBBA hosts a variety of social and networking events throughout the year, including Comedy Night at Dania Pointe Improv, our joint happy hour with the Broward County Trial Lawyers Association honoring Broward County’s Judicial Assistants, Coffee with the Court, the Annual Law Day Speech Contest, and our Annual Holiday Party at the Greek Joint—just to name a few. Our Annual Gala Dinner, which often has Florida Supreme Court Justice as our guest and speaker, is highly looked forward to and attended by the members of our legal community.
The SBBA is also committed to community outreach whether collecting toys for the holidays for children in need in our community or through our Annual Law Day Luncheon where local seventh-grade students present original speeches on legal themes and are judged and awarded scholarships.
As our organization continues to grow, we look forward to expanding our programming and strengthening our role within the legal community. We invite you to continue to check out our website www.southbrowardbar.org for more information, updates on upcoming events, and opportunities to connect with fellow attorneys in South Broward.
We welcome you to join us, become a member, and take part in the collegial and professional environment that defines the SBBA.