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Murray addressed more than 100 attendees during a well-received 30-minute keynote for The Florida Bar’s leadership academy graduation. FLORIDA, June 19, 2026 — G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL, CEO and Managing Attorney of Association GC, served as the keynote speaker for the Wm. Reece Smith, Jr. Leadership Academy Class XIII Graduation, a signature leadership program of The Florida Bar. Murray delivered a well-received 30-minute keynote address to more than 100 attendees, including

Recognition honors Murray’s service to The Florida Bar, the Board of Governors, and the Sustainability Initiative for Attorneys. ORLANDO, Fla. — G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL, CEO and Managing Attorney of Association GC, has received The Florida Bar President’s Award of Merit in recognition of his service to The Florida Bar, the Board of Governors, and the legal profession. The award was presented by outgoing Florida Bar President Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes during the General Assem

The International Spinal Endoscopy Research Foundation welcomes newly elected leaders to guide its continued work in research, education, and global collaboration. The International Spinal Endoscopy Research Foundation (iSERF) is pleased to announce its newly elected 2026 Executive Board. The new officers were elected on Friday, May 15, 2026, marking an important leadership milestone for the organization as it continues advancing endoscopic spine surgery through research, edu

Leadership Academy Class I alumnus returns to address the next generation of Florida Bar leaders ORLANDO, Fla. — G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL, an award-winning attorney, certified executive coach, and President of the Out-of-State Division of The Florida Bar, will speak during the Wm. Reece Smith, Jr. Leadership Academy Class XIII Graduation Day on Friday, June 19, 2026. For Murray, the occasion represents a meaningful full-circle leadership moment. As a Class I alumnus of the L

G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL steps into a new leadership role serving Florida lawyers across geographies and advancing excellence throughout the profession. G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL has been sworn in as President of The Florida Bar Out-of-State Division, marking a meaningful new chapter in his continued service to the legal profession. The swearing-in took place on Thursday, June 18, during The Florida Bar Convention. In this role, Murray will help serve and connect Florida Bar

MIAMI, Fla. (May 2026) — The Honorable Judge Murray announced today that he has been selected to receive the 2026 Judicial Diversity Initiative (JDI) Award for Miami-Dade County, recognizing an esteemed jurist serving within the Eleventh Judicial Circuit who promotes and enhances diversity in the legal profession and on the bench. The award will be presented during the Judicial Diversity Initiative’s Annual Reception on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Greenspoon Marder in Fort Lau

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orlando, Florida — Melissa Bryan, Esq. has been selected as a 2026 Leaders in the Law honoree by the Florida Association for Women Lawyers (FAWL), a distinction awarded to attorneys whose influence extends beyond their practice and into meaningful community impact. Nominated by her local FAWL chapter and selected by the FAWL Board, Bryan is recognized for her leadership, service, and commitment to advancing both the legal profession and the communities

Association GC's CEO and Managing Attorney, G.C. Murray II, Esq., has authored the featured article in the Florida Bar Journal, Volume 100, No. 2 (March/April 2026). Titled “The Architecture of Belonging: Building a Bar with a Seat for Everyone,” the piece offers a timely and thoughtful perspective on how the legal profession can build stronger institutions by creating meaningful space for every lawyer to contribute, lead, and thrive. In the article, Murray examines belonging

Association GC's CEO and Managing Attorney, G.C. Murray II, Esq., served as the Guest Editor of the Florida Bar Journal, Volume 100, No. 2, published in March/April 2026. This milestone issue centers on professional sustainability in the legal profession, an increasingly important topic for lawyers, bar leaders, and legal organizations navigating the long-term demands of practice and leadership. As Guest Editor, Murray helped shape a timely and substantive issue focused on ho

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orlando, Florida — Ky’Eisha W. Black announces the publication of her latest scholarly article, “Policing an Education: Legal and Policy Drivers of the School-to-Prison Pipeline in Florida Public Schools,” featured in Volume 20, Issue 1 of the Florida A&M University Law Review, themed Rewriting the Margins. In this powerful and deeply researched piece, Mrs. Black examines the legal frameworks, disciplinary policies, and structural decisions that contrib

Florida attorney G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL , has been named one of the “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40: Nation’s Best Advocates” by the National Bar Association (NBA) as part of its Centennial Class , recognizing outstanding legal advocates under the age of 40 across the country. The honor is bestowed by the National Bar Association, an organization with a 100-year legacy of advancing justice, equity, and excellence within the legal profession and beyond. Selection reflects profes

July 23, 2025 — G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL , CEO of Association GC, delivered a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) presentation for the Solo & Small Firm Section of The Florida Bar , titled “The Practical Practitioner: The Ethics & The Essentials of Everyday Lawyering,” presented live via Zoom. The CLE focused on ethical everyday lawyering , highlighting the small, often overlooked habits that shape professional responsibility and the long-term health of a legal practice. Rath

[October 27, 2025] — G.C. Murray II, Esq., award-winning attorney, executive coach, and author of A Greater Change: A Nonprofit Guidebook , was featured on The PR Podcast in a conversation examining the intersection of law, leadership, and strategic communication when reputation is on the line. Hosted by Jody Fisher, founder of Jody Fisher PR, the episode explores how legal training informs effective leadership and public communication. Murray shares insights on maintaining

G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL, Chief Executive Officer of Association GC, has been named a Forty Under Forty honoree by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. , recognizing his leadership, service, and professional excellence before the age of 40. The Forty Under Forty distinction honors members of Alpha Phi Alpha who demonstrate exceptional impact in their professions and communities while advancing the Fraternity’s long-standing ideals of leadership, scholarship, service, and advoca

[December 10, 2025] — G.C. Murray II, Esq., DPL, founder of Association GC and executive coach behind Greatness Curated, is featured on PR 360 Podcast, Episode 304 , where he shares a candid conversation on leadership, reputation management, and the unseen pressures facing today’s executives. Drawing on his background as an attorney, advisor, and coach to high-stakes professionals, Murray explores how legal thinking shapes effective public relations, particularly in an era w

Youshea Berry is a dynamic and passionate international attorney, strategist, and mediator with more than two decades of experience.

PORT ST. LUCIE, FL — October 2025 — Attorney Jamy E. Barreau, Esq., LL.M. , Managing Attorney of Barreau Legal, PLLC , has been appointed by International Justice John Karasek , with confirmation from the International Board, to serve as District Justice for District XXXII of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International . The district comprises law school and alumni chapters located throughout South Florida. As District Justice, Barreau will serve as the fraternity’s regio

Jamy Barreau, Esq., LL.M sworn in as Governor for The Florida Bar YLD, bringing multi-state leadership to Florida’s next-gen lawyers.

The Miami Northwestern Alumni Association proudly announces that Dr. Earl Brundage has been selected for the 40/40 Award.

Judge Gordon Murray named sole 2025 Honors Causa inductee by Omicron Delta Kappa’s National Circle for his leadership and service.