Jacksonville, FL — Bedell Law Firm is pleased to announce that Brian Coughlin, a Director at the firm, has been sworn in as the new President of the Jacksonville Bar Association (JBA) Board of Governors. His term officially begins this summer, reflecting his longstanding commitment to leadership and service within the local legal community.

Brian has been actively involved with the JBA Board of Governors since 2017, serving most recently as President-Elect. Throughout his tenure, he has significantly contributed to advancing education, outreach initiatives, and member services, reinforcing the core values and objectives of the JBA.

“It’s an honor to represent an organization that plays such an important role in Jacksonville’s legal and civic life,” said Brian Coughlin. “As President, I hope to continue building a strong, engaged Bar community that supports our members at every stage of their careers.”

Brian assumes this leadership position at a critical time for the legal community, navigating both evolving challenges and opportunities. His proven experience and thoughtful guidance will drive the JBA forward, aiming to enhance programming, deepen member engagement, and sustain the positive momentum developed in recent years.

About Brian Coughlin

Brian Coughlin focuses his practice on criminal justice matters across Florida. Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America, Florida Trend’s Legal Elite, and Super Lawyers, he graduated from the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law and joined Bedell in 2007. Brian is also a former chair of The Florida Bar Professional Ethics Committee and actively involved with numerous regional civic and legal organizations.

About Bedell Law Firm

As Florida's oldest continuously operating law firm, Bedell Law Firm is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services, including civil, criminal, and family law litigation. For comprehensive legal representation grounded in experience, please contact Bedell at (904) 353-0211.

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