Morgan-Joseph’s Impressive Legal Background
Charise Morgan-Joseph has over 20 years of experience practicing law. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Civil Trial Law and has extensive expertise in areas like catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. Morgan-Joseph’s work helping injured clients has distinguished her in the Florida legal community.
In addition to her legal practice, Morgan-Joseph has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills. She chairs the Civil Procedure Rules Committee and serves on the Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors for the Florida Bar.
Historic Election Victory
In 2023, Charise Morgan-Joseph achieved a groundbreaking election victory – becoming the first Black woman President-Elect in the 103-year history of the Miami-Dade Bar Association.
“Beaming with pride over this superstar lawyer and woman, Charise Morgan-Joseph,” wrote Florida attorney Sia Baker-Barnes, who celebrated the results with Morgan-Joseph. “She earned it!”
As President-Elect, Morgan-Joseph also gained a seat on the prestigious Florida Bar Board of Governors for 2023. This represented the pinnacle of leadership for Florida’s legal profession.
Praise from Peers
The response from Morgan-Joseph’s colleagues underscores the significance of her win.
“Enjoyed celebrating with you last night Charise as we handle the business of the Board of Governors for our last meeting of the year!” said Baker-Barnes. “Proud lawyer, history maker!”
The Caribbean Bar Association also highlighted Morgan-Joseph’s swearing-in to the Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors, noting she joins three other CBA presidents in the influential group.
For Charise Morgan-Joseph, breaking racial and gender barriers is nothing new. But her election is still an inspiration to women of color pursuing leadership roles in law. Morgan-Joseph now bears the exciting responsibility of forging an even more inclusive future for the Miami legal community.
