Honorable Judge Catalina Avalos as she is inaugurated as Circuit Court Judge
APABA 20th Anniversary Gala
AI in Legal Practice – February 8, 2024
Honoring Mr. Woodbridge: 27 Years of Dedication to COLBAR
Forging a Legacy of Success and Service: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Adriana P. Santiesteban, Esq.
Our Vice President, Laura Arboleda, was featured in an article by Law 360 for settling a case against U.S. immigration authorities
Embracing Excellence: Congratulations to Sandra Clavijo as one of the top 10 most recognized immigration attorneys in the United States
Nurturing Well-being: Empowering Lawyers Through Mental Health Training
Celebrating Remarkable Achievements: The 22nd Hispanic Women of Distinction Charity Awards Luncheon & Expo
Free Immigration Services: Saturday, August 26
The Broward County Hispanic Bar Association’s 34th Annual Scholarships, Awards & Installation Gala
The BCHBA is proudly launching its inaugural “Pay It Forward” Program at the 2023 Scholarships, Awards, and Installation Gala. This program will assist law students and public interest attorneys to attend our event at no cost. This program will be supported through the generous donations of individuals that at the time of ticket purchase wish […]
Read More »COLBAR & The Consulate of Colombia are Hosting Free Legal Clinics
Legal issues can often be overwhelming and expensive, preventing individuals from accessing the justice they deserve. Recognizing this need, the Colombian-American Bar Association (COLBAR) has partnered with the Consulate of Colombia in Miami to host free monthly legal clinics. These clinics offer valuable assistance to individuals seeking legal advice or representation. Legal clinics play a […]
Read More »Gallery Night at the Consulate of Colombia
On March 2nd, COLBAR members were invited to Gallery Night at the Consulate of Colombia. The exhibition showcased work from Colombian artist, Bruno Brieva. During the event COLBAR was specially recognized and presented with a Colombian flag “por contribuir con la buena imagen de nuestro país.” Receiving the flag is the highest honor.
Read More »Mix & Mingle @ UM Law School presented by COLBAR
On February 21, 2023, the Colombian American Bar Association (COLBAR) hosted a Mix and Mingle at the University of Miami Law School for Colombian-American Lawyers, judges, and students. They invited COLBAR law students from St. Thomas University College of Law and University of Miami Law for a meet and greet. The turnout was outstanding with […]
Read More »Lunch with the Consul of Colombia, William Rene Salamanca
Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. 3737 Peacock Avenue, Miami, FL 33146 An exclusive event for COLBAR members only! Lunch with the Consul General, William Rene Salamanca Ramirez. Also in attendance was Consul Milena Sandova, and Colombian American Chamber of Commerce Miami President, Angela Camacho and 2nd VP, Sandra Clavijo.
Read More »COLBAR / UM Law Meet and Greet
Tuesday, February 21, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. University of Miami More information to follow.
Read More »Investiture of the Honorable Judge Catalina Avalos
Friday, February 10, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. Broward County Court House More Information to follow.
Read More »COLBAR’s February Monthly Meeting by Zoom
Thursday, February 9, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. Please note the February has been moved from Friday, February 10, 2023, to Thursday, February 9, 2023
Read More »Book Launch of the Paperback Edition of Alexander Lian’s Stereoscopic Law: Oliver Wendell Holmes and Legal Education
An evening with author Alexander Lian, Esq.
COLBAR’s Coffee + Connections: Join us in for coffee + connections with colleagues in the US and Colombia (May 13th – 12 pm)
The Colombian American Bar Association Proudly Announces Its New Officers for 2022.
Professional Bank’s Janet Henfield-Green Presents — Highlights From COLBAR’s September 10, 2021 Meeting.
You Are Invited!
COLBAR Invites You to Celebrate Colombia’s Independence Day at the Colombian Consulate on Friday, July 23, 2021 @ 5:00 pm.
Read More »COLBAR Sponsored Event — July 15th Law Committee Luncheon with North Dade Judges
Alexander Lian, President of COLBAR, with the Judges of the North Dade Justice Center, and Chief Judge Sayfie, Mayor Weisman of Aventura, and Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sally Heyman.
Read More »The New Florida Summary Judgment Standard
CLE Presentation on Intellectual Property
We are extremely happy to announce that COLBAR’s President, Mr. Edmar M. Amaya, will give a 1 CLE presentation on intellectual property titled, Intellectual Property Survey in the Age of the App Revolution and Gene Editing.
Read More »Lunch with Judge Milton Hirsch
New Members of ColBar
Congratulations to our newly elected COLBAR Board Members and Committee Chairs! We look forward to a productive and exciting year at COLBAR. 2019-2020 BOARD MEMBER & COMMITTEE CHAIR ELECTION RESULTS President: Martha L. Arias Vice President: Alexander Lian Secretary: Frederick Woodbridge, Jr. Treasurer: Maria del Pilar Rubio Events Chair: Maria Teresa Sallato Communications Chair: Adriana […]
Read More »New Board
Thank you to Shutts & Bowen LLP for hosting our meeting today. We are happy to announce that we have a newly elected board: President: Martha Arias Vice President: Alex Lian Treasurer: Pilar Rubio Board Members: Maria Teresa Sallato Walter Reynoso Fred Woodbridge Michael Currea Edmar Amaya Patrick Vilar Adriana Santiesteban Justin DiBiasio Karamat Qayum
Read More »Networking Event
Kozyak Minority Mentoring Picnic
The 13th Annual Kozyak Minority Mentoring Picnic will take place this Saturday, February 4th, 2017 at Amelia Earhart Park, 401 E. 65 Street, Hialeah, FL 33013 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Come out and support our COLBAR’s Volleyball Team as they go out to defend their title. The team is still welcoming players. If […]
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