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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. Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida (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.
Lead an in-person Legal Clinic
Represent Someone in Need
Co-Counsel a Case With Us
Provide Advice and Counsel Over the Phone
Conduct a CLE
Host a Fridays With Friends to Introduce Resources in Our Community
Teach a Virtual Legal Learning Episode or Clinic Session on Our Social Media Platforms
Create Materials for Us to Use With Other Pro Bono Attorneys and the Public
Engage in Outreach for Our Organization
In response to a need for legal services to the poor, the Florida Supreme Court ruled in 1992 that lawyers should aspire to do at least 20 hours of pro bono work a year or contribute $350 to a legal aid organization like Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida. Volunteering to do pro bono work enriches the community where you live and work. Increased pro se education, advice, and representation helps the court system work more efficiently and effectively. It’s the right thing to do. The best part, it makes you feel good.
Through funding from the Legal Services Corporation, CCLA funds two pro bono projects in our region, Broward Lawyers Care (BLC) and Collier Lawyers Care (CLC). BLC is the officially recognized pro bono program in Broward County, Florida. BLC was formed in 1983 as a joint effort of the Broward County Bar Association and Legal Aid Service of Broward County. Legal Aid continues to administer the project. Collier Lawyers Care (CLC) is the officially recognized pro bono program in Collier County, Florida and is a collaboration with the Collier County Bar Association. BLC & CLC enable busy attorneys to make a difference in their community through pro bono work. BLC &CLC manage the administrative issues so that the attorney’s time is spent directly on the clients’ legal needs.
Let us know what types of cases you would be interested in handling pro bono!
Participate with a BLC or CLC Advice and Counsel Hotline offering free legal advice and counsel to eligible people in need. Volunteer pro bono attorneys provide advice via telephone, video conferencing, or in-person. Areas of law covered are mainly private landlord‐tenant disputes, consumer issues, and family law matters like child support matters.
Florida Bar Rule 4-6.1 advocates 20 hours of pro bono service per year and/or making a donation of at least $350.
Volunteer and Donate today!
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