The Power of Speaking Up: Why Legal Help Matters

Learn why reaching out for legal help can change the course of a survivor’s life and how FRLS provides the guidance needed to build a safer future.

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Why Legal Help Is Critical

Many survivors hesitate to seek legal help due to fear, shame, or uncertainty about the process. However, legal support can be the difference between continued abuse and lasting safety. Attorneys can help survivors understand their rights, file protective orders, and access benefits that provide stability.

Building a Safer Future

Legal aid is not just about the courtroom—it’s about rebuilding lives. Through injunctions, custody orders, and access to public assistance, survivors can begin to recover emotionally and financially. FRLS also connects clients with trusted community partners for counseling and support services.

Watch a Real Client Story on How FRLS Helped a Domestic Violence Survivor

Breaking the Silence

Each survivor’s voice matters. When survivors speak up, they help protect not only themselves but also others who may be afraid to come forward. FRLS stands beside every survivor, offering legal advocacy and compassion at every step.

If you are experiencing domestic violence, reach out for help today. Call Florida Rural Legal Services at 1-888-582-3410, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

About Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS):

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid to qualified individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties and to farmworkers statewide. Since 1966, FRLS has pursued justice by providing legal services in
housing law, family law, consumer protection, public benefits, elder law, disaster relief, education law, and more, all at no cost to our clients. FRLS collaborates with community organizations and Pro Bono attorneys to deliver quality advocacy, outreach, and education designed to protect the rights of those in need. For over 50 years, FRLS has been a steadfast advocate for justice. Learn more at www.FRLS.org.