Sarasota County Bar Association

Join the SCBA South County Division as we kick off the new bar year with an evening of connection, conversation, and community.

📅 Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Plantation Golf & Country Club, Venice

Reconnect with colleagues, meet new members, and hear what's ahead for the South County Division in the year to come.

Registration is open through September 3. Visit sarasotabar.com to register.

In his latest President’s Column, South County Division President Mark Creech reflects on seven years of involvement with the Sarasota County Bar Association.

From the attorneys he’s gotten to know to the local organizations, events, and behind-the-scenes work that come with bar leadership, Mark shares a few lessons from his time with the SCBA—with plenty of humor along the way.

As he wraps up this chapter of bar leadership, his message to the next generation is simple: get involved.

Read Mark’s full column in the August issue of The Docket:https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.sarasotabar.com/resource/resmgr/docket_pdfs/2026/august/scba_thedocket_august2026.pdf

Mark your calendars for a busy fall with the Sarasota County Bar Association.

From networking socials and kickoff events to the Annual Installation Dinner and educational programming, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues, get involved, and make the most of your SCBA membership this season. Upcoming events include the YLD Second Thursday Social, SCD Kickoff Dinner, YLD Kickoff, Annual Installation Dinner, and a CLE on charitable giving strategies.

Visit the SCBA website to learn more and register for upcoming events.

In her final YLD President’s Column, Jill Bowen reflects on a year of growth, leadership, and plenty of group chats.

From strengthening leadership skills behind the scenes to building connections through YLD events, Jill shares what made this year so rewarding and why she’s excited about the next generation of Bar leaders.

Read Jill’s full column in the August issue of The Docket.

As part of our Centennial Voices series, former SCBA President John Patterson reflects on the relationships, leadership opportunities, and spirit of service that have defined the Sarasota County Bar Association for generations.

From fostering connections within the legal community to supporting initiatives that expanded access to legal services, Patterson’s reflections highlight the lasting impact of involvement in the Bar.

Read more from John Patterson and other past leaders in The Docket as we celebrate 100 years of the SCBA.

The Sarasota County Bar Association is proud of the many members who give their time and talents in service to local nonprofit organizations.

If you currently serve on a nonprofit board, we'd love to feature you in an upcoming issue of The Docket and on SCBA social media channels.

To be considered, please email:
• Your name and firm
• The name of the nonprofit organization(s) you serve
• Your role on the board
• A brief description of the organization's mission
• A headshot and/or photo representing the organization

Submissions may be sent to the SCBA office at [email protected].

We look forward to highlighting the many ways our members are making a difference throughout the community.

A Century of Service. A Legacy to Carry Forward.

In her final President’s Column, Sara Castro reflects on her year leading the Sarasota County Bar Association during its Centennial celebration. She also looks ahead to the future and the members who will carry the SCBA into its next century.

Read Sara’s full column in the August issue of The Docket.

Join the SCBA Young Lawyers Division for our next Second Thursday Social at Big Top Brewery!

Connect with fellow attorneys, meet new faces in the legal community, and unwind after work in a relaxed setting.

📍 Big Top Brewery
📅 August 13
⏰ 6:00 PM

The event is free to attend, but registration is requested. Please register through the SCBA website by August 11.

We hope to see you there!

100 years strong—and looking ahead to the future.

Thank you to the many members who have already renewed their Sarasota County Bar Association membership for the 2026–2027 year. Your continued support helps us provide quality CLE programming, meaningful networking opportunities, leadership development, and valuable resources for our members.

If you haven't renewed yet, there's still time. If you did not receive your renewal notice, or if your firm would like to coordinate bulk invoicing and payment, please contact the SCBA office—we're happy to help.

Thank you for being part of the SCBA community and helping us build on a century of service, professionalism, and connection.