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Client Story | Securing Public Benefits for Families

17 de diciembre de 2025 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits,Civil Law

After becoming the primary caregiver for her grandchild, our client relied on Social Security...

Facing Eviction? Know Your Rights in Florida

16 de diciembre de 2025 · Housing Law,Eviction,LSC,News Releases,Housing Rights

Eviction is a legal process a landlord can use to remove a tenant from rental property. For...

Breaking the Cycle: How Legal Aid Advocates for Survivors

15 de diciembre de 2025 · Family Protection,News Releases,FFLA,LSC,VOCA

The Role of Legal Aid in Recovery For many survivors, legal assistance is the first step toward...

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Krista Mahalak on the Benefits of Pro Bono Work with a Legal Aid Organization

11 de diciembre de 2025 · FRLS,LSC,Pro Bono Program,News Releases,Civil Law

(FLORIDA) – Many private attorneys are eager to find ways to give back through Pro Bono service....

Client Story | FRLS Attorney Helps Client Regain Denied Benefits During a Medical Crisis

10 de diciembre de 2025 · News Releases,LSC,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits,Client Story

Our client, who suffers from a chronic illness that prevents them from working during times of...

Client Story | FRLS Attorney Upholds a Mother's Tenant Rights and Section 8 Support

9 de diciembre de 2025 · Client Story,Housing Rights,Tenants Rights,LSC,News Releases

Under Florida law, tenants are protected by rights that cannot be ignored without serious legal...

Understanding Injunctions for Protection in Florida

8 de diciembre de 2025 · Family Protection,News Releases,LSC,FFLA,VOCA

What Is an Injunction for Protection? An injunction for protection, commonly referred to as a...

Legal Help for Medicaid Terminations in Florida with FRLS

5 de diciembre de 2025 · News Releases,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits,FRLS,Civil Law

What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a government program that provides health insurance to eligible...

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Erin Kirkwood Deploys Lifelong Experience in Elder Law to Assist Clients with a Probate

4 de diciembre de 2025 · FRLS,Pro Bono Program,LSC,News Releases,Civil Law

(FLORIDA) – With years of experience as an attorney on Florida’s Treasure Coast, Erin Kirkwood...

Understanding SNAP Overpayments and Repayment Plans

3 de diciembre de 2025 · News Releases,FRLS,LSC Public Benefits,Civil Law,Public Benefits

What is SNAP? SNAP (food stamps) stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. SNAP is...

How to Appeal a Denied Public Benefit

2 de diciembre de 2025 · News Releases,LSC Public Benefits,Civil Law,Public Benefits,FRLS

Understanding Your Denial The first step to an appeal is understanding the reason your public...

Legal Aid for Contractor Fraud Victims Years After Hurricane Ian

21 de noviembre de 2025 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Suncoast,Civil Law

(FORT MYERS, Fla.)- Hurricane Ian left a devastating mark on Florida in 2022, damaging thousands...

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Jessica M. VanValkenburgh’s Insight into Localized Legal Aid

20 de noviembre de 2025 · FRLS,Civil Law,LSC,Pro Bono Program,News Releases

(FLORIDA) – “I have always felt compelled to help others when I can,” notes Jessica M....

Denied Public Benefits? We (FRLS) Can Help!

20 de noviembre de 2025 · LSC,Public Benefits,News Releases,LSC Public Benefits,Civil Law

Public benefits are crucial to vulnerable populations across Florida including families, seniors,...

A Day of Insight and Impact: Highlights from the 19th Judicial Circuit Bench Bar Conference

27 de octubre de 2025 · News Releases,FRLS,Bench Bar Conference,Pro Bono Program

(HUTCHINSON ISLAND, Fla.)- It was a day of insight, collaboration, and connection as judges,...

Client Story | FRLS Attorney Negotiates with Mortgage Company to Release Over $94,000 for Client's Home Repairs After Hurricane Ian

17 de octubre de 2025 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC Disaster Aid,Disaster Services,Housing Law

(FORT MYERS, Fla) - Hurricane Ian’s devasting aftermath left a retired Vietnam veteran to deal...

Client Story | FRLS Team Secures Emergency Rental Assistance for Disabled Client Struggling to Make Ends Meet

16 de octubre de 2025 · Client Story,News Releases,Public Benefits,Eviction,Housing Rights

(PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla.) - Across the state, Floridians face the challenge of finding affordable...

FRLS Releases Findings from 2025 Civil Legal Needs Assessment Survey

13 de octubre de 2025 · News Releases,Needs Assessment,Civil Law,FRLS

(LAKELAND, Fla.) - Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) has released the results of its 2025...

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Catherine Eaton’s Motivational Motto for Pro Bono Service

6 de octubre de 2025 · News Releases,FRLS,Pro Bono Program,LSC,Civil Law

(FLORIDA) – In a world where you can be anything, be kind. This maxim is one of Florida attorney...

Technology Has Expanded the Reach of Pro Bono—and the Impact Is Changing Lives

30 de septiembre de 2025 · News Releases,Pro Bono Program,Pro Bono on Demand,Civil Law,LSC

In today’s connected world, technology has opened new doors for attorneys to give back and with...

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Client Story | Securing Public Benefits for Families

Facing Eviction? Know Your Rights in Florida

Breaking the Cycle: How Legal Aid Advocates for Survivors

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Krista Mahalak on the Benefits of Pro Bono Work with a Legal Aid Organization

Client Story | FRLS Attorney Helps Client Regain Denied Benefits During a Medical Crisis

Client Story | FRLS Attorney Upholds a Mother's Tenant Rights and Section 8 Support

Understanding Injunctions for Protection in Florida

Legal Help for Medicaid Terminations in Florida with FRLS

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Erin Kirkwood Deploys Lifelong Experience in Elder Law to Assist Clients with a Probate

Understanding SNAP Overpayments and Repayment Plans

How to Appeal a Denied Public Benefit

Legal Aid for Contractor Fraud Victims Years After Hurricane Ian

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Jessica M. VanValkenburgh’s Insight into Localized Legal Aid

Denied Public Benefits? We (FRLS) Can Help!

A Day of Insight and Impact: Highlights from the 19th Judicial Circuit Bench Bar Conference

Client Story | FRLS Attorney Negotiates with Mortgage Company to Release Over $94,000 for Client's Home Repairs After Hurricane Ian

Client Story | FRLS Team Secures Emergency Rental Assistance for Disabled Client Struggling to Make Ends Meet

FRLS Releases Findings from 2025 Civil Legal Needs Assessment Survey

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Catherine Eaton’s Motivational Motto for Pro Bono Service

Technology Has Expanded the Reach of Pro Bono—and the Impact Is Changing Lives

Impact of FRLS in South & Central Florida

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