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Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.1-888-582-3410 | Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Home
Get to Know FRLS
About FRLS
FRLS Leadership
Needs Assessment Results
Board Members
Locations
Get Help
Client Intake
Consumer Law
Disaster Legal Services
Education Legal Services
Elder Law
Public Benefits
Family Law/Domestic Violence
Service Update: Tax Clinic
Farmworkers
Housing Law
Information Center
Get Involved
Donate
Pro Bono
Volunteer
Careers
Get Updated
News Releases
Photo Gallery
Events
Client Stories
- Home
- Get to Know FRLS
  About FRLS
  FRLS Leadership
  Needs Assessment Results
  Board Members
  Locations
- Get Help
  Client Intake
  Consumer Law
  Disaster Legal Services
  Education Legal Services
  Elder Law
  Public Benefits
  Family Law/Domestic Violence
  Service Update: Tax Clinic
  Farmworkers
  Housing Law
  Information Center
- Get Involved
  Donate
  Pro Bono
  Volunteer
  Careers
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Preparing for Court Without a Lawyer in Florida

15 de mayo de 2026 · News Releases,Consumer Law,LSC,FFLA,Civil Law

Walking into a courtroom without a lawyer can feel intimidating. But preparation — not perfection...

Understanding Wage Garnishment in Florida: Know Your Exemptions

14 de mayo de 2026 · News Releases,Garnishment,Consumer Law,LSC,FFLA

If part of your paycheck is being withheld, your ability to pay rent and utilities may be at risk...

Client Story | Elderly Veteran Gets Access to Frozen Bank Account with FRLS’s Legal Support

13 de mayo de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Garnishment,Consumer Law,LSC

An elderly veteran applied for free legal services with Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS)...

What to Do If You Are Sued for a Debt in Florida

12 de mayo de 2026 · News Releases,Consumer Law,LSC,FFLA,Civil Law

Being served with a debt collection lawsuit can feel overwhelming — but ignoring it can result in...

Client Story | FRLS Eliminates $41,558 Debt, Paving the Way for License Reinstatement

11 de mayo de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Bankruptcy,Consumer Law,LSC

After being involved in a motor vehicle accident, our client learned that a judgment had been...

Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Florida: Understanding Your Debt Relief Options

7 de mayo de 2026 · News Releases,LSC,FFLA,Bankruptcy,Consumer Law

If overwhelming debt has you choosing between paying bills and buying groceries, you deserve to...

Client Story | Grandmother Attends Garnishment Hearing Fully Prepared with FRLS’s Help

6 de mayo de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Consumer Law,LSC,FFLA

Only weeks after taking on the full‑time care of her young grandson, our client was shocked to...

How to Stop Debt Collector Harassment in Florida (Without Filing Bankruptcy)

5 de mayo de 2026 · News Releases,Consumer Law,FFLA,LSC,Civil Law

If your phone won’t stop ringing and every unknown number fills you with anxiety, you need to...

Client Story | FRLS Helps Florida Resident Overcome $153,000 in Debt with Bankruptcy Assistance

4 de mayo de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC,Consumer Law,Civil Law

Overwhelmed by debt and seeking a solution, our client turned to Florida Rural Legal Services,...

Who Qualifies for Legal Aid in Florida—and Why Cost Should Never Stop You

30 de abril de 2026 · News Releases,FRLS,Civil Law,LSC,Public Benefits

Many people delay seeking legal help because they assume it’s too expensive. Legal aid exists to...

Client Story | Disability Benefits Secured by FRLS for Client with Mental Health Challenges

28 de abril de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits

A middle-aged woman came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) for help after struggling...

SSDI Benefits Explained: How to Qualify, Prove Disability, and Appeal a Denial

23 de abril de 2026 · News Releases,LSC,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits

SSDI provides critical income for people whose medical conditions prevent them from working....

Client Story | SSI Benefits for a Disabled Infant Were Wrongfully Terminated, FRLS Helped Restore Crucial Benefits

21 de abril de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Public Benefits,LSC,LSC Public Benefits

A parent came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) for help after their infant child’s...

SNAP Overpayments in Florida: What They Mean and What You Can Do

16 de abril de 2026 · News Releases,LSC,Public Benefits,LSC Public Benefits,Civil Law

Receiving a SNAP overpayment notice can be alarming—especially when the letter claims you owe...

Florida Rural Legal Services Names Martin County Native Anton D. Smith as Regional Managing Attorney for Treasure Coast

15 de abril de 2026 · News Releases,Port St Lucie,FRLS,Civil Law,Treasure Coast

(PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla.) — Returning to the community where he was born and raised, Martin County...

Client Story | SSI Benefits Reinstated for Disabled Child with FRLS Intervention

14 de abril de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Public Benefits,LSC Public Benefits,LSC

A parent came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) for help after the Social Security...

Denied SNAP, SSI, or Medicaid? Here’s How Legal Aid Can Help You Fight Back

9 de abril de 2026 · News Releases,LSC,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits

Getting a letter that says your benefits were denied or cut off can be frightening—especially...

Client Story | FRLS Defends Injured Worker’s Right to Benefits After an On‑the‑Job Accident

7 de abril de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits

A middle-aged man came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) for help after his...

Public Benefits Legal Services: What They Do and Why They Matter

2 de abril de 2026 · News Releases,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits,Civil Law,FRLS

Public benefits are not “extras.” For many Floridians, they are essential lifelines that make it...

Client Story | FRLS Prevents $28,882 Social Security Benefits Overpayment for Client’s Widow

1 de abril de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Public Benefits,LSC Public Benefits,Civil Law

A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking representation before a Social...

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Treasure Coast Office in Port St. Lucie
 
West Palm Beach

The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only.  
Sponsor Recognition Disclaimer
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of our sponsors and partners. In accordance with IRS regulations and Florida Statute 496.411, all sponsor recognition provided by FRLS is value-neutral and non-promotional.
Sponsor acknowledgments may include the sponsor’s name, logo, website, contact information, and general location. FRLS does not promote, endorse, or advertise any sponsor’s services or products. No calls to action, qualitative claims, pricing information, or comparative language will be used in any recognition content. This ensures full compliance with charitable solicitation laws and helps protect the integrity of our mission. For questions regarding sponsorship or this policy, please contact the FRLS Marketing & Communications Department at Marketing@FRLS.org .
 
Service areas: Lee, Polk, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee, Indian River, Highlands, Hardee, Hendry, Charlotte, Desoto, and Glade Counties. 
 
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