Bentley named acting U.S. Attorney for Florida’s Middle District

Lee Bentley became acting U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida following the departure of U.S. Attorney Robert E. O’Neill on July 8. He was first assistant to O’Neill and is considered by many in the area legal community to be a possible successor to O’Neill, who left the position to work for a private company. A nominating committee will consider applications and make recommendations for O’Neill’s replacement. President Obama will select a replacement. Bentley has been an…