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INFORMATIONAL VIDEOS

In this Legal Clinic video, Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida (CCLA) teaches us about Small Claims Court. CCLA Attorney Joseph sits down with Honorable Judge Powell, Small Claims Court Division, and Melissa, Assistant Law Librarian -The Lamar Warren Law Library of Broward County. The panelists discuss • What qualifies as a small claims cases • Small claims forms • Best evidence • The “life” of a small claims case Florida CLE 2410209N Florida Bar Consumer Small Claims Pamphlet https://www.floridabar.org/public/consumer/tip015/ Websites (Free), a Sample of Helpful Sites Available: a. Seventeenth Judicial Circuit. (CMS) Website: https://www.17th.flcourts.org/ b. Broward Clerk of Court Website: https://www.browardclerk.org/ c. Law Library Website: https://www.browardbar.org/law-library/ d. Florida Constitution & Statutes (Online Sunshine) Website: http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Welcome/index.cfm e. Florida Bar Website (Main): https://www.floridabar.org/ f. Rules of Court Website: https://www.floridabar.org/rules/ctproc/ g. United States Code Website: https://uscode.house.gov/download/download.shtml h. Application for Determination of Civil Indigent Status https://www.flcourts.gov/content/download/403010/file/indigent_application.pdf For more information about our services or to apply online, visit our website at https://www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org/ or our Linktree https://linktr.ee/ccla_sfl to follow us on all platforms. https://www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org/Get-Involved/Donate/ https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5BLE83J2QJK4E&source=url https://linktr.ee/ccla_sfl This information is current as of the date of airing on October 29, 2024. Please visit www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org for more information. This video does not, and is not intended to, constitute specific legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by watching this video. Instead, all information, content, and materials presented are for general informational purposes only. All @ccla_sfl videos are property of Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida. #FridaysWithFriends #FWF #LegalLearning #LegalClinic #LegalEducation #BrowardLegalAid #LegalAidBroward #BrowardLegalServices #LegalServicesBroward #CCLA #CoastToCoastLegalAid #CCLASFL #LegalAid #EqualJustice #LegalHelp #LegalInformation #Law #FL #SouthFlorida #EqualAccess #LegalServices #LegalAdvice #EqualAccessToJustice #LegalAidAttorneys #LegalCase #17thCircuit #Broward #BrowardCounty #Collier #CollierCounty #FloridaLaw #FloridaLawyer #FloridaAttorney #EqualJusticeForAll #ApplyOnline #Equality #Justice #CivilLegalNeeds #CivilLaw #FamilyLaw #PublicBenefits #Benefits #SSI #SSD #SSDI #SocialSecurity #ACA #GetCovered #TANF #SNAP #FoodStamps #Food #FoodAssistance #Healthcare #HealthcareAccess #Medicaid #Medicare #Disabilities #Marketplace #SeniorCitizens #Caregivers #Caregiver #Elderly #Scams #Fraud #Scam #Homebound #TransportationChallenged #ElderCare #Seniors #Evictions #Divorce #Paternity #Divorces #DivorceAttorney #DivorceLawyer #DivorceAttorneys #DivorceLawyers #Custody #ChildSupport #FamilyLaw #SeniorLaw #CommunityHealth #Eviction #Evictions #Housing #Foreclosure #HousingCrisis #HousingHelp #HousingNews #AffordableHousing #Homeownership #Home #House #HousingAffordability #PublicHousing #HousingLaw #HousingRights #FLAffordableHousing #FloridaHousing #BrowardHousing #HousingMarket #Condo #Condos #Condominium #Condominiums #CondoAssociation #SpecialAssessment #Reserves #Apartment #Apartments #Debt #Lien #Liens #Garnishment #Garnishments #DebtCollection #DebtCollecting #Debts #VictimsRights #Victims #Survivors #Victim #Survivor #HumanTraffickingAwareness #HT #Expungements #NameChange #TraumaInformed #NCVRW #SAAM #DVAM #DomesticViolence #IPV #ElderAbuse #RestrainingOrder #InjunctionForProtection #DV #OrdenDeProtección #Abuse #ConcienciaDeAcecho #ViolenciaDoméstica #Stalking #StalkingAwareness #DomesticViolenceSupport #DomesticViolenceSurvivor #DomesticViolenceSurvivors #DomesticAbuse #TraumaInformed #BeSafe #DVSurvivor #DVAwareness #Injunction #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #PublicService #Donate #NonprofitOrganizations #NonprofitOrganization #Community #CommunityService #WeLoveOurDonors #GiveBack #GivingSeason #PublicInterest #LikeAndSubscribe #FollowUs #Lawyers #Attorneys #Lawyer #Attorney #Paralegals #Paralegal #Subscribe #FortLauderdale #Hallandale #HallandaleBeach #Hollywood #Miramar #PembrokePines #Plantation #Sunrise #Margate #CoralSprings #CoconutCreek #Parkland #DeerfieldBeach #Davie #PompanoBeach #WestPark #PembrokePark #WiltonManors #Dania #CooperCity #NorthLauderdale #Weston #Tamarac #LauderdaleLakes #Lauderhill #LighthousePoint #OaklandPark #Naples #Immokalee #EvergladesCity #Copeland #AveMaria #MarcoIsland #NorthNaples #GoldenGate #Lely #A2J #MobileJusticeSquad #MJS #MobileLawOffice #MobileOffice #Court #Courthouse #LegalCase #Case #AdministrativeHearing #Volunteer #ProBono #ApplyOnline #ApplyNow #Apply #SmallClaims #SmallClaimsCourt
Legal Clinic: Small Claims Court 101
Learn about the life-changing work Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, Inc. (CCLA) does in our community. In this video you will hear about Miss Walker, a senior citizen, who went blind later in life. She worked for many years and paid into the system. Now, she could no longer take care of herself. Given her inability to work and lack of support, she sought government benefits to assist her. However, since she was not a citizen, she could not qualify for these benefits. Without anyone to help, not knowing what to do, she contacted CCLA. CCLA applying for Miss Walker's naturalization was a pivotal step to improve her circumstances. CCLA represented Mis Walker throughout the citizenship application process. This included preparing and submitting the application, collecting required documents, and representing her during her citizenship interview. Learn about how CCLA Attorneys advocated for Miss Walker throughout the process. Spoiler: Miss Walker became a U.S. Citizen and was able to receive benefits! Providing free legal services to those in need is only possible with your support. We thank you for whatever you're able to donate. https://www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org/Get-Involved/Donate/ https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5BLE83J2QJK4E&source=url https://linktr.ee/ccla_sfl For more information about our services or to apply online, visit our website at https://www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org/ or our Linktree https://linktr.ee/ccla_sfl to follow us on all platforms. This information is current as of the date of airing on 10-16-2024. Please visit www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org for more information. This video does not, and is not intended to, constitute specific legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by watching this video. Instead, all information, content, and materials presented are for general informational purposes only. This video is property of Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida.
Story of Justice: CCLA Advocates for Miss Walker's Benefits & Naturalization
Learn about volunteering with Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida (CCLA). Over the past 50+ years, access to justice has developed into a movement. Pro Bono work has moved beyond traditional direct, “one client, one case” representation. Following this trend, opportunities for private attorneys to assist us to bridge the justice gap through pro bono work and support have expanded. CCLA offers different ways for you to volunteer with us to help ensure access to justice in our communities. Whether you are a new attorney or experienced attorney, we offer different opportunities for you to give back. -Represent Someone in Need -Lead an in-person legal clinic -Co-counsel a case with us -Provide telephone advice and counsel -Conduct a CLE -Host a Fridays with Friends or Legal Learning episode -Create informational materials for CCLA to use For more information, or to sign up, go to https://www.coasttocoastlegalaid.org/get-involved/pro-bono/ For more information about our services or to apply online, visit our website at https://www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org/ or our Linktree https://linktr.ee/ccla_sfl to follow us on all platforms. https://www.CoastToCoastLegalAid.org/Get-Involved/Donate/ https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5BLE83J2QJK4E&source=url https://linktr.ee/ccla_sfl This information is current as of the date of airing on October 30, 2024. Please visit www.coasttocoastlegalaid.org for more information. This video does not, and is not intended to, constitute specific legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by watching this video. Instead, all information, content, and materials presented are for general informational purposes only. #FridaysWithFriends #FWF #LegalLearning #LegalClinic #LegalEducation #BrowardLegalAid #LegalAidBroward #BrowardLegalServices #LegalServicesBroward #CCLA #CoastToCoastLegalAid #CCLASFL #LegalAid #EqualJustice #LegalHelp #LegalInformation #Law #FL #SouthFlorida #EqualAccess #LegalServices #LegalAdvice #EqualAccessToJustice #LegalAidAttorneys #LegalCase #17thCircuit #Broward #BrowardCounty #Collier #CollierCounty #FloridaLaw #FloridaLawyer #FloridaAttorney #EqualJusticeForAll #ApplyOnline #Equality #Justice #CivilLegalNeeds #CivilLaw #FamilyLaw #PublicBenefits #Benefits #SSI #SSD #SSDI #SocialSecurity #ACA #GetCovered #TANF #SNAP #FoodStamps #Food #FoodAssistance #Healthcare #HealthcareAccess #Medicaid #Medicare #Disabilities #Marketplace #SeniorCitizens #Caregivers #Caregiver #Elderly #Scams #Fraud #Scam #Homebound #TransportationChallenged #ElderCare #Seniors #Evictions #Divorce #Paternity #Divorces #DivorceAttorney #DivorceLawyer #DivorceAttorneys #DivorceLawyers #Custody #ChildSupport #FamilyLaw #SeniorLaw #EconomicAdvocacy #CommunityHealth #Eviction #Evictions #Housing #Foreclosure #HousingCrisis #HousingHelp #HousingNews #AffordableHousing #Homeownership #Home #House #HousingAffordability #PublicHousing #HousingLaw #HousingRights #FLAffordableHousing #FloridaHousing #BrowardHousing #HousingMarket #Condo #Condos #Condominium #Condominiums #CondoAssociation #Assessment #Bankruptcy #Apartment #Debt #Lien #Liens #Garnishment #DebtCollection #Debts #VictimsRights #Victims #Survivors #Victim #Survivor #HumanTraffickingAwareness #HT #HumanTrafficking #Expungements #NameChange #HumanTraffickingPrevention #EndTrafficking #WearBlue #TraumaInformed #NCVRW #SAAM #DVAM #DomesticViolence #IPV #ElderAbuse #RestrainingOrder #InjunctionForProtection #DV #OrdenDeProtección #LoveShouldntHurt #DVFacts #HealthyRelationships #LoveIsRespect #IntimatePartnerViolence #DatingViolence #SexualAssault #SexualAssaultAwareness #PowerAndControl #Abuse #DVSurvivors #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DomesticViolencePrevention #ConcienciaDeAcecho #ViolenciaDoméstica #Stalking #StalkingAwareness #DomesticViolenceSupport #DomesticViolenceSurvivor #DomesticViolenceSurvivors #DomesticAbuse #TraumaInformed #BeSafe #DVSurvivor #DVAwareness #Injunction #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #PublicService #Donate #NonprofitOrganizations #NonprofitOrganization #Community #CommunityService #WeLoveOurDonors #GiveBack #GivingSeason #PublicInterest #LikeAndSubscribe #FollowUs #Lawyers #Attorneys #Lawyer #Attorney #Paralegals #Paralegal #Subscribe #FortLauderdale #Hallandale #HallandaleBeach #Hollywood #Miramar #PembrokePines #Plantation #Sunrise #Margate #CoralSprings #CoconutCreek #Parkland #DeerfieldBeach #Davie #PompanoBeach #WestPark #PembrokePark #WiltonManors #Dania #CooperCity #NorthLauderdale #Weston #Tamarac #LauderdaleLakes #Lauderhill #LighthousePoint #OaklandPark #Naples #Immokalee #EvergladesCity #Copeland #AveMaria #MarcoIsland #NorthNaples #GoldenGate #Lely #A2J #MobileJusticeSquad #MJS #MobileLawOffice #MobileOffice #Court #Courthouse #LegalCase #Case #Volunteer #ProBono #ProBonoWeek
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