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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
Apply: Client-Eligible Board
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
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Events
Client Stories
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- Get to Know FRLS
  About FRLS
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  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
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  Careers
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School Discipline and Students with Disabilities: What Florida Law Requires

14 de agosto de 2026 · News Releases,CSC,FFLA,LSC,Education Legal Aid

When a child with a disability gets in trouble at school, different rules apply. Florida law and...

Client Story | FRLS Advocate Helps Parent Navigate Special Education Due Process Concerns

12 de agosto de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,FFLA,Education Legal Aid,Civil Law

A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking guidance regarding her teenage...

Florida Special Education Timelines: Critical Deadlines Every Parent Must Know

10 de agosto de 2026 · CSC,FFLA,News Releases,Education Legal Aid,LSC

Special education law in Florida includes strict timelines that school districts must follow....

IEP vs. 504 Plan: What Florida Parents Need to Know About Both

7 de agosto de 2026 · FFLA,LSC,Education Legal Aid,News Releases

Two of the most common tools used to support students with disabilities in Florida public schools...

Florida Rural Legal Services Announces Courtney Sowerby-Thomas as Litigation and Training Director

6 de agosto de 2026 · News Releases,FRLS,Civil Law,Fort Myers

(FORT MYERS, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) has promoted Courtney Sowerby...

Client Story | FRLS Helps Grandmother Secure Critical Educational Support for Grandson

5 de agosto de 2026 · News Releases,Client Story,Education Legal Aid,FFLA,LSC

A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking help after becoming concerned...

Special Education Parent Rights in Florida: What Every Family Needs to Know

3 de agosto de 2026 · Education Legal Aid,FFLA,CSC,News Releases

If your child receives (or may need) special education services in a Florida public school, you...

FRLS Partners with Local Organizations to Connect Immokalee Farmworkers and Families with Essential Resources

27 de julio de 2026 · News Releases,events,Farmworkers,Agricultural Workers,LSC

(IMMOKALEE, Fla.) – Community members gathered on Saturday, July 25, at Florida Rural Legal...

Client Story | FRLS Helps Senior Revoke a Power of Attorney After Experiencing Exploitation

8 de julio de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Elder Law,FFLA,LSC

A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking help after becoming concerned...

Durable Power of Attorney: Understanding the Authority You Can Grant

1 de julio de 2026 · News Releases,seniors,Elder Law,FFLA,LSC

Planning for the future is essential, especially for seniors who want to maintain control over...

What Are Preferred Contractor Provisions in Insurance Policies?

30 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Housing Rights,Housing Law

Some insurance policies contain preferred contractor provisions, which may affect who can repair...

Do I Still Have to Pay Rent if My Rental Home Is Damaged?

29 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Tenants Rights

Many renters are unsure whether they must continue paying rent if their home is partially damaged...

Understanding Hurricane Deductibles in Florida Insurance Policies

26 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,Housing Law,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid

After a hurricane, homeowners may be surprised by how insurance deductibles work. ...

How Do I Get My Security Deposit Back After Moving Out Due to Disaster Damage?

24 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Tenants Rights,Housing Rights

When a disaster forces tenants to move out of a rental property, recovering your security deposit...

Client Story | FRLS Helps Tenant Facing Unsafe Housing and Wrongful Eviction After Hurricane Milton

22 de junio de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC Disaster Aid,Hurricane Milton,Disaster Services

For four years, our client rented his home on a month‑to‑month basis. But after Hurricane Milton,...

Understanding the Difference Between Homeowner’s Insurance and Flood Insurance

19 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,LSC Disaster Aid,Disaster Services,Housing Law

Many homeowners assume their insurance will cover any damage after a hurricane or storm. However,...

Does My Landlord Have to Provide Housing if My Lease Ends After a Disaster?

17 de junio de 2026 · LSC Disaster Aid,News Releases,Housing Law,Tenants Rights

After a hurricane or severe storm damages rental housing, tenants often ask whether their...

Client Story | Florida Tenant in Uninhabitable Apartment Seeks FRLS Guidance After Hurricane Ian

15 de junio de 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC Disaster Aid,Housing Rights,Tenants Rights

Our client found herself living in unsafe conditions after the devastating aftermath of Hurricane...

What Should I Do if My Personal Property Was Destroyed in a Disaster?

12 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Housing Rights

After a hurricane or flood, many families face the devastating loss of personal belongings....

Can My Landlord Lock Me Out or Shut Off Utilities to Force Me to Leave?

10 de junio de 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC,Housing Rights,Housing Law

After a disaster damages a rental property, some tenants worry their landlord might try to force...

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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.  
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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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School Discipline and Students with Disabilities: What Florida Law Requires

Client Story | FRLS Advocate Helps Parent Navigate Special Education Due Process Concerns

Florida Special Education Timelines: Critical Deadlines Every Parent Must Know

IEP vs. 504 Plan: What Florida Parents Need to Know About Both

Florida Rural Legal Services Announces Courtney Sowerby-Thomas as Litigation and Training Director

Client Story | FRLS Helps Grandmother Secure Critical Educational Support for Grandson

Special Education Parent Rights in Florida: What Every Family Needs to Know

FRLS Partners with Local Organizations to Connect Immokalee Farmworkers and Families with Essential Resources

Client Story | FRLS Helps Senior Revoke a Power of Attorney After Experiencing Exploitation

Durable Power of Attorney: Understanding the Authority You Can Grant

What Are Preferred Contractor Provisions in Insurance Policies?

Do I Still Have to Pay Rent if My Rental Home Is Damaged?

Understanding Hurricane Deductibles in Florida Insurance Policies

How Do I Get My Security Deposit Back After Moving Out Due to Disaster Damage?

Client Story | FRLS Helps Tenant Facing Unsafe Housing and Wrongful Eviction After Hurricane Milton

Understanding the Difference Between Homeowner’s Insurance and Flood Insurance

Does My Landlord Have to Provide Housing if My Lease Ends After a Disaster?

Client Story | Florida Tenant in Uninhabitable Apartment Seeks FRLS Guidance After Hurricane Ian

What Should I Do if My Personal Property Was Destroyed in a Disaster?

Can My Landlord Lock Me Out or Shut Off Utilities to Force Me to Leave?

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