Judge Victoria Brennan: Nearly Thirty Years in the Legal Community

Having been drawn to public service throughout her career, Judge Victoria Brennan’s contributions to Florida’s legal community deepened over time, culminating in her ten-year career as a county court and circuit court judge in the Miami-Dade area. Her career began as assistant state attorney, handpicked out of a pool of 2500 applicants, and led her to numerous honorable positions. She had the opportunity to work closely with then-Governor Jeb Bush, serving as his criminal law advisor.

Judge Victoria Brennan has volunteered with numerous organizations such as the Take Stock in Children Program of Miami.

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