The Florida Bar Re: Advisory Opinion - Scharrer v. Fundamental Administrative Services

Summary

The Florida Supreme Court disapproved the Standing Committee’s proposed advisory opinion because it failed to address the specific conduct required by Goldberg, but allowed the petitioners to submit a revised request. The Court affirmed the Committee’s authority to consider the petition and clarified the procedural requirements under Bar Rule 10‑9.1(c). A dissent argued the Court lacks constitutional authority to issue such advisory opinions.