News Release: Gov. appoints Arzola to Circuit Court

Sep 22, 2009

This news release was published by Gov. Crist’s office on September 22, 2009

TALLAHASSEE – Governor Charlie Crist today announced the appointment of Antonio Arzola of Miami to the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court.

“Antonio’s extensive professional experience in both the public and private sectors and his diverse background makes him an ideal choice for this post,” said Governor Crist.  “I am confident his strong work ethic, humble temperament and personal integrity will serve the people of the Eleventh Circuit well.”  

A son of two Cuban immigrants, Arzola, 38, has served as a county court judge in Miami-Dade County since September 2005.  Previously, he practiced privately at Murai Wald Biondo Moreno & Brochin PA beginning in September 1996. Prior to that, he served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Federico A. Moren in the United States District Court, Southern District of Florida.  He earned a bachelor’s degree from Florida International University in 1991 and a law degree from the University of Miami in 1995.

Arzola will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Thomas S. Wilson, effective October 15, 2009.