Gerald Cope, Appellate Practice Chair and former Florida Appellate Court Judge, has been appointed by the Florida Supreme Court Historical Society to serve as Trustee on its Board of Trustees.

The mission of the Florida Supreme Court Historical Society is to preserve the history of Florida’s highest court and educate the public about the court's vital role in protecting personal rights and freedoms. The Historical Society supports education and outreach programs, publishes books chronicling the history of the Florida Supreme Court and the award-winning Historical Review magazine, and facilitates collecting and archiving historical documents and artifacts.