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Announcing a New Wyoming Office

We are proud to announce that we have now opened an office in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Daniel Ewert will be serving clients in the state of Wyoming in addition to his clients throughout the state of Florida. Mr. Ewert’s practice areas include business litigation, construction law, and employment law.

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Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. is pleased to announce Jessica L. Scholl has joined its law firm. Ms. Scholl earned her juris doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law. Ms. Scholl will concentrate her practice in real estate, real property, contracts, business entities, and appellate litigation. She is a member of The Florida Bar, Escambia Santa Rosa-Bar Association, and the Pensacola Chapter of American Inns of Court.

Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. attorney Haley J. VanFleteren filled the First Circuit seat on The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors. She is excited to represent this Circuit on a statewide level and dedicated to fulfilling the mission and purpose of the Young Lawyers Division. Her contact information can be found at www.mhw-law.com.

2020 LCLD Pathfinder Release


Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. Names Haley J. VanFleteren as Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Pathfinder


PENSACOLA , FLORIDA, February 2020 – The law firm of Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. has chosen Haley J. VanFleteren to be a member of the 2020 class of Pathfinders, participating in a program designed by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) to train high-performing, early-career attorneys in critical career development strategies including leadership and the building of professional networks.

“This is a great honor for Haley,” said Larry Hill, MHW’s co-founder and managing partner. “It is evidence that she has been identified as having the potential to assume a leadership role, not only in our organization, but in the profession.” She also represents the First Judicial Circuit on the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors and is actively engaged in leadership positions in the Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association.

According to LCLD President Robert J. Grey, Jr., the LCLD Pathfinder Program offers participants “intensive in-person training, online experiential learning, and opportunities to network with peers and esteemed LCLD Fellows and Alumni in small group gatherings.”

“We believe it’s a program that can help catapult a person’s career forward.”

Founded in 2009, LCLD is a growing organization of more than 320 corporate chief legal officers and law firm managing partners who are personally committed to creating a truly diverse legal profession. The LCLD Pathfinder Program has trained nearly 700 early-career attorneys since 2015, catering to junior lawyers in law firms and corporate legal departments who have demonstrated potential to become future leaders in the legal profession. For information, visit www.lcldnet.org.

Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. represents clients in litigation matters involving commercial and construction disputes, and defends clients in pharmaceutical, products liability, personal injury and class actions. Clients range from small and large local businesses to Fortune 500 companies. The firm represents clients in transactional matters related to copyrights and trademarks, real estate, community associations, small businesses, employment, insurance, and public and low-income housing. The firm offers family law representation and mediation services through an attorney who is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator. We have attorneys who are certified by The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization in civil trial and appellate practices. To learn more about Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A., visit www.mhw-law.com.

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2020 LCLD 1L Scholars Press Release


Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. Selects Mambwe Mutanuka as a Leadership Council on Legal Diversity 1L Scholar


PENSACOLA , FLORIDA, February 24, 2020 – Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. (MHW) has selected Mambwe Mutanuka to be a member of the 2020 class of 1L Scholars, participating in a summer program designed by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) to strengthen the legal pipeline by expanding the number of opportunities for diverse first-year law students.

Mambwe, who attends Loyola University Chicago School of Law, will be joining MHW this summer to work alongside attorneys and gain experience in her fields of interest. As part of the LCLD program, Mambwe will have the opportunity to attend the 2020 LCLD 1L Scholars Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, in June. The Summit consists of panel discussions, distinguished speakers, and networking opportunities.

Founded in 2009, LCLD is a growing organization of more than 320 corporate chief legal officers and law firm managing partners who are personally committed to creating a truly diverse legal profession. The LCLD 1L Scholars Program, launched in 2011, has helped hundreds of young attorneys by providing a path to leadership through law school and beyond. Last year, 134 LCLD Member law firms and corporations participated in the program, collectively offering more than 365 opportunities. Visit www.lcldnet.org for more information.

To learn more about Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A., visit www.mhw-law.com.

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2020 LCLD 1L Scholars Press Release


Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. Selects Madison Torry as a Leadership Council on Legal Diversity 1L Scholar


PENSACOLA , FLORIDA, February 24, 2020 – Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A. (MHW) has selected Madison Torry to be a member of the 2020 class of 1L Scholars, participating in a summer program designed by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) to strengthen the legal pipeline by expanding the number of opportunities for diverse first-year law students.

Madison, who attends Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, will be joining MHW this summer to work alongside attorneys and gain experience in her fields of interest. As part of the LCLD program, Madison will have the opportunity to attend the 2020 LCLD 1L Scholars Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, in June. The Summit consists of panel discussions, distinguished speakers, and networking opportunities.

Founded in 2009, LCLD is a growing organization of more than 320 corporate chief legal officers and law firm managing partners who are personally committed to creating a truly diverse legal profession. The LCLD 1L Scholars Program, launched in 2011, has helped hundreds of young attorneys by providing a path to leadership through law school and beyond. Last year, 134 LCLD Member law firms and corporations participated in the program, collectively offering more than 365 opportunities. Visit www.lcldnet.org for more information.

To learn more about Moore, Hill & Westmoreland, P.A., visit www.mhw-law.com.

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MHW Attorney Erick Mead Suggests Possible Flood Relief Solution


Many in the western panhandle remember the flooding rains of April 2014. Downtown Pensacola was among some of the worst hit areas with numerous businesses and homes damaged by rising flood waters. Many times extensive flooding is the result of changes made by man. MHW Attorney (and city resident) Erick Mead has suggested “daylighting” a ancient creek that flows through the downtown area as a possible solution that would include some benefits beyond better drainage. Recent articles and a interview conducted by WEAR TV have highlighted Erick’s suggestion.

via WUWF Public Media via Pensacola Today

MHW Attorney Erick Mead Assists Bay County in Recovering Water Usage Fees



via WJHG.com More About Erick Mead