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Education Legal Services
Supporting Families Navigate Education Legal Challenges
FRLS provides advice and legal representation in education matters for low-income parents, caregivers, and students.
Get Free Legal Assistance with Education Legal Services at FRLS!
Each case is reviewed on its own legal merits for case acceptance.
We provide legal support with:
- School enrollment challenges
- Suspensions, expulsions, and alternative placements
- Discrimination or harassment at school
- IEPs and 504 Plans
- Evaluations and special education needs
- Challenging denials of evaluation or services
- Assistance for children who are homeless under the McKinney-Vento Act
- Assistance for English Language Learners (ELL/ESOL students) if they are not receiving appropriate placement or services
Learn more about FRLS's education legal services by downloading our brochures and flyers:
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated on July 17, 2025
What information is required to enroll a student in a Florida public school?
What are my child(ren)'s rights as a student?
What's the difference between Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 plans?
How can legal aid help with suspensions, expulsions, and alternative school placements?
What does Florida law say about bullying or harassment at school?
What rights do students without housing have within school?
Is there assistance for students who are English Language Learners?
Additional Resources
Last updated July 18, 2025
Florida Education Laws
U.S. Department of Education
News Releases & Client Stories
Community Partners & Funders
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.
Service areas: Lee, Polk, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee, Indian River, Highlands, Hardee, Hendry, Charlotte, Desoto, and Glade Counties.
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