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

17. Oktober 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. Oktober 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. Oktober 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. Oktober 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. September 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...

FRLS Managing Attorney Selected for Palm Beach County’s Inaugural Housing Leadership Academy

23. September 2025 · News Releases,Housing Law,Palm Beach County

(RIVIERA BEACH, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS), a non-profit law firm that provides...

Client Story | FRLS Success in Restoring Social Security Disability Benefits

8. September 2025 · Client Story,Elder Law,FFLA,News Releases,Public Benefits

(SAINT LUCIE, Fla.) – A elderly woman, Karel (not her real name), had her Social Security...

Client Story | FRLS Advocates for Disabled Client's Right to SSDI Benefits

1. September 2025 · Client Story,LSC Public Benefits,Public Benefits,Individual Rights,New

(FLORIDA) – A disabled client in his thirties was told by the Social Security Administration (SSA...

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Lauren Casey Shares Her Inspiring Journey to Legal Aid

12. August 2025 · Pro Bono Program,FRLS,LSC,Family Protection,News Releases

(FLORIDA) – Lauren Casey’s journey into law began with a transformative experience as a volunteer...

FRLS Launches Pro Bono on Demand Virtual Clinic: Flexible Remote Volunteer Opportunities for Family Law Attorneys

4. August 2025 · News Releases,Pro Bono Program,Pro Bono on Demand,LSC,FFLA

(FLORIDA)- Each day, many low-income Floridians confront difficult family law issues without the...

Early Registration Opens for 19th Judicial Circuit Bench Bar Conference with 20% Discount

23. Juli 2025 · News Releases,Bench Bar Conference,events

(JENSEN BEACH, Fla.) — Early bird registration is now open for the 2025 19th Judicial Circuit...

FRLS Highlights Free Legal Services at Dress for Success Palm Beaches Luncheon

23. Juli 2025 · News Releases,LSC,FFLA,Palm Beach County,Outreach

(LAKE WORTH, Fla.) — At the recent “Road to Success” luncheon hosted by Dress for Success Palm...

Florida Rural Legal Services Connects with Residents at 7th Annual Unity in Our Community Event

21. Juli 2025 · News Releases,Outreach,Fort Pierce

(FORT PIERCE, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) joined dozens of local agencies and...

Facing Bankruptcy in the Aftermath of a Disaster?

18. Juli 2025 · LSC Disaster Aid,LSC,News Releases,Disaster Services,Consumer Law

(LAKELAND, Fla.) - In the wake of a disaster, it takes a lot of effort for everyday people to get...

Navigating Rent Withholding: Your Legal Rights if Your Landlord Doesn't Repair Hurricane Damage

10. Juli 2025 · News Releases,Hurricane Ian Relief,Disaster Services,Tenants Rights,LSC Disaster Aid

(LAKELAND, Fla.) – In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, many renters in Florida were left with...

With Support from CSC and FFLA, FRLS Defends Students’ Rights in Education

3. Juli 2025 · CSC,News Releases,FFLA,Education Legal Aid

(FLORIDA) -At every stage of a child’s life, parents may face unique educational challenges along...

Client Story | FRLS Established a Durable Power of Attorney and Living Will for Client in Critical Condition

30. Juni 2025 · Client Story,Elder Law,News Releases,FFLA,LSC

(OKEECHOBEE, Fla.) - Preparing for loss is one of life’s most challenging feats but guaranteeing...

Planning for the Future with Elder Law Services at FRLS

27. Juni 2025 · LSC,FFLA,Elder Law,News Releases,Civil Law

(FLORIDA) - An advance directive, or legal document that states your healthcare wishes if you...

FRLS Helps Disaster Survivors with Essential Legal Support

25. Juni 2025 · News Releases,Community Foundation,Hurricane Ian Relief,LSC Disaster Aid,Disaster Services

(LAKELAND, Fla.) – In September of 2022, Hurricane Ian struck land, leaving over $50 billion in...

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month: Recognize and Prevent Elder Abuse with the Help of Legal Aid

23. Juni 2025 · Elder Law,FFLA,LSC,News Releases,seniors

(FLORIDA) - According to SeniorLiving.org, around 10% of Americans 60 or older living at home...

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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.
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Service areas: Lee, Polk, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee, Indian River, Highlands, Hardee, Hendry, Charlotte, Desoto, and Glade Counties. 
 
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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

FRLS Managing Attorney Selected for Palm Beach County’s Inaugural Housing Leadership Academy

Client Story | FRLS Success in Restoring Social Security Disability Benefits

Client Story | FRLS Advocates for Disabled Client's Right to SSDI Benefits

Pro Bono Spotlight | FRLS Volunteer Attorney Lauren Casey Shares Her Inspiring Journey to Legal Aid

FRLS Launches Pro Bono on Demand Virtual Clinic: Flexible Remote Volunteer Opportunities for Family Law Attorneys

Early Registration Opens for 19th Judicial Circuit Bench Bar Conference with 20% Discount

FRLS Highlights Free Legal Services at Dress for Success Palm Beaches Luncheon

Florida Rural Legal Services Connects with Residents at 7th Annual Unity in Our Community Event

Facing Bankruptcy in the Aftermath of a Disaster?

Navigating Rent Withholding: Your Legal Rights if Your Landlord Doesn't Repair Hurricane Damage

With Support from CSC and FFLA, FRLS Defends Students’ Rights in Education

Client Story | FRLS Established a Durable Power of Attorney and Living Will for Client in Critical Condition

Planning for the Future with Elder Law Services at FRLS

FRLS Helps Disaster Survivors with Essential Legal Support

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month: Recognize and Prevent Elder Abuse with the Help of Legal Aid

Impact of FRLS in South & Central Florida

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