Michael A. Barnett at a glance
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- County Judge
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Michael A. Barnett
County Judge · Palm Beach County Court
Biography
Professional career
Education
- University of Miami School of Law in — J.D. (2007)
Additional information
- Joined the County Court of Florida’s Fifteenth Judicial Circuit on December 2, 2025, by Governor Ron DeSantis and was officially commissioned on December 15, 2025.
- Lifelong Miami Hurricanes football fan and credits his educational and professional journey to the support of mentors, family, and community opportunities.
- His story highlights resilience, purpose, and a lifelong dedication to public service
- Barnett’s early life included a brief period living in Utuado, Puerto Rico, where he experienced health challenges due to asthma.
- During his legal education, he was influenced by professors such as Tony Alfieri, Irwin Stotzky, and Terrence Anderson, shaping his ethical and professional foundation.
- Beyond his legal practice, Barnett has a strong record of public service.
- He held the role of a Palm Beach County Commissioner representing District 3, worked on the Florida Medical Examiners Commission, and was a member of the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees.
- Judge Barnett’s appointment reflects his dedication to fairness, ethical adjudication, and public service.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Media And Still Photography
Statewide
Electronic media and still-photography coverage is allowed in Florida public trial and appellate proceedings under Rule 2.450's equipment and conduct standards, always subject to the presiding judge's control of decorum, distractions, and fair administration.
Subject at all times to the authority of the presiding judge to: (i) control the conduct of proceedings before the court; (ii) ensure decorum and prevent distractions; and (iii) ensure the fair administration of justice in the pending cause, electronic media and still photography coverage of public judicial proceedings in the appellate and trial courts of this state shall be allowedFlorida Rule of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.450, Media and Still Photography Coverage ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Florida Rule of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.450, Media and Still Photography Coverage
Palm Beach County Court
Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.
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Florida Judicial Branch circuit court administration official judicial roster
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