John D. Couriel

Professional Background

John D. Couriel is a Miami-born attorney appointed to the Florida Supreme Court in June 2020. His earlier work included a federal judicial clerkship, private practice at Davis Polk & Wardwell, federal prosecution in South Florida, and cross-border disputes at Kobre & Kim. He became chief justice in July 2026. Judicial orders and decisions are shown separately from legislative votes or executive signatures.

Experience

• Clerk to U.S. District Judge John D. Bates, District of Columbia
• Attorney, Davis Polk & Wardwell, New York
• Assistant U.S. attorney, Southern District of Florida, beginning 2009
• Partner, Kobre & Kim — cross-border disputes and investigations
• Appointed Florida Supreme Court justice, June 1, 2020
• Chief justice, beginning July 1, 2026

Education

• Harvard College — A.B., magna cum laude, 2000
• Harvard Law School — J.D., 2003

Office & Authority

Leads judicial administration and participates in Supreme Court decisions. Does not sponsor, pass or sign legislative bills.

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