The Legal Landscape of Florida: A Conversation with Judge Takac

28/11/2025 27 min Temporada 7 Episodio 9
The Legal Landscape of Florida: A Conversation with Judge Takac

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Send us a textThe Legal Landscape of Florida: A Conversation with Judge TakacJudge Michael Takac: Insights from the Bench in The VillagesIn this episode of Open Forum in The Villages, host Mike Roth sits down with Judge Michael Takac of the Fifth Circuit Court of Florida. They discuss the various aspects of the circuit court system, what kinds of cases it handles, and the judge's career which spans over 30 years, including his roles as a Senior Assistant Attorney General and an attorney in private practice. Judge Takac shares his experiences, the importance of the jury system, the growth of The Villages, and provides advice for those who may find themselves involved in the legal system.00:00 Introduction to Open Forum in The Villages00:34 Meet Judge Michael Takac02:09 Understanding the Circuit Court System04:58 Insights on Jury Duty06:36 The Growth of The Villages14:52 Alzheimer's Tip from Dr. Craig Curtis25:52 Final Thoughts and Listener InformationSupport the showOpen Forum in The Villages, Florida is Produced & Directed by Mike RothA new episode will be released most Fridays at 9 AMDirect all questions and comments to [email protected] you know a Villager who should appear on the show, please contact us at: [email protected]