8 May 2025
/ Sharon M. Miller
From Buckeye to Sunshine State: Why I Took the Florida Bar After Practicing in Ohio
Attorney Sharon Miller, practicing in Weltman’s Bankruptcy Group, is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of bankruptcy recovery as part of Weltman’s accomplished legal team. With a strong foundation in legal education and a year and a half of hands-on experience as a law clerk, Sharon has developed a well-rounded understanding of compliance, consumer and commercial collections, real estate, probate, and bankruptcy matters. Now, she’s sharing her experience after recently passing the Florida bar exam!
Prior to sitting for the July 2024 administration of the Uniform Bar Examination in Ohio, I knew that taking a second state bar exam was a possibility. While many states use the UBE, some states, such as Florida, do not. Choosing to undergo the process again was an excellent avenue to support the firm and my department.
The opportunity to expand my support of Weltman’s bankruptcy department motivated me during the months of balancing bar preparation and my full-time role in the bankruptcy department. Because the department already has a presence in Florida, admission to The Florida Bar was a route to further my contributions. Licensure in two states allows me to serve a broader client base, as well as expand my own legal expertise.
Although studying for a bar exam while working full time is not an easy task, the necessary attributes are similar to those instilled in me during my time as a Weltman law clerk. From day one at Weltman, I learned firsthand the importance of time management, diligence, and precision. Now, almost two years later, I have the privilege of using those attributes in my work as a Weltman attorney.
If you have questions on this topic or would like to learn more about Weltman’s bankruptcy recovery solutions, connect with Attorney Sharon Miller at any time.
This blog is not a solicitation for business, and it is not intended to constitute legal advice on specific matters, create an attorney-client relationship or be legally binding in any way.
Prior to sitting for the July 2024 administration of the Uniform Bar Examination in Ohio, I knew that taking a second state bar exam was a possibility. While many states use the UBE, some states, such as Florida, do not. Choosing to undergo the process again was an excellent avenue to support the firm and my department.
The opportunity to expand my support of Weltman’s bankruptcy department motivated me during the months of balancing bar preparation and my full-time role in the bankruptcy department. Because the department already has a presence in Florida, admission to The Florida Bar was a route to further my contributions. Licensure in two states allows me to serve a broader client base, as well as expand my own legal expertise.
Although studying for a bar exam while working full time is not an easy task, the necessary attributes are similar to those instilled in me during my time as a Weltman law clerk. From day one at Weltman, I learned firsthand the importance of time management, diligence, and precision. Now, almost two years later, I have the privilege of using those attributes in my work as a Weltman attorney.
If you have questions on this topic or would like to learn more about Weltman’s bankruptcy recovery solutions, connect with Attorney Sharon Miller at any time.
This blog is not a solicitation for business, and it is not intended to constitute legal advice on specific matters, create an attorney-client relationship or be legally binding in any way.
