Ricky Polston, a partner in the Tallahassee office of Shutts & Bowen LLP and Chair of the firm’s Constitutional Law Section, recently presented during the Florida Cattleman’s Leadership Academy (FLCA) on March 12, 2025, at the Florida Supreme Court.

Ricky’s presentation for the leadership academy included an overview of The Florida Supreme Court and the judiciary. 

The FLCA is an annual program, funded by the Florida Cattlemen's Foundation, that identifies, develops, and encourages the next generation of leaders for the Florida cattle industry and the Florida Cattlemen's Association. Participants are nominated through their local cattlemen’s association to participate with other emerging leaders in the Florida cattle industry to engage and learn how to serve as advocates of the beef industry. Participants are comprised of a combination of young cattle farmers/ranchers, allied industry professionals, and livestock research/education personnel. This collaboration of individuals allows a unique opportunity to learn and grow across multiple sectors of the Florida cattle industry.

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About Ricky L. Polston

Ricky Polston is a partner in the Tallahassee office of Shutts & Bowen LLP, where he is the Chair of the Constitutional Law Section and a member of the Appellate, Government Law, Insurance, and Litigation practice groups. He was a Florida Supreme Court Justice from 2008-2023, serving as Chief Justice from 2012 to 2014, and was a judge at the First District Court of Appeal from 2001-2008.