While pro bono work is important, monetary donations are critical to meet operational needs and effectively create and sustain programs that provide much-needed services to the community. Sadly, not all people can afford the services of a lawyer and this is why Legal Aid matters. We are blessed to be members of a profession that...Read More
Legal Aid Service of Broward County has been awarded a $1,000 Pride Fort Lauderdale Community Grant to support Legal Aid’s coalition and alliance building project within Broward County. One of 30 applicants and only 15 recipients, Legal Aid Service of Broward County’s advocacy and support for the LGBTQ community stands out. In October 2017, with...Read More
By: Anthony Karrat Executive Director, Legal Aid Service of Broward County When you think of emergency responders, most people think of firefighters, police officers and paramedics. However, in the case of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD), many attorneys from Legal Aid Service of Broward County acted as emergency responders for...Read More
74-year-old Alicia* lives with her disabled minor grandchild in a home titled in the estate of Alicia’s deceased mother. Alicia has lived in the home for over 20 years, and her only income is Social Security. When she reported her mother’s death to the property appraiser, they removed the homestead exemption, causing a large increase...Read More
Colette Kienle has been with Legal Aid since October 2009. She currently provides legal assistance to clients with cases involving sealing and/or expungement and driver’s license reinstatement. These types of services can make a life changing difference to clients, allowing them to clear hurdles that can impact their ability to provide food, clothing and...Read More
Shawana Newson is serving her second term on the joint Board of Directors, representing the Broward County Commission. She has been employed by the federal government for over a decade, first serving as a Service Representative for the Social Security Administration, and now as a Claims Representative in Broward County. Shawana is a full-time mother...Read More
Claudia Barona has been practicing law since 1994. She currently maintains a private practice in Hollywood, assisting clients with resolution of real estate and estate planning matters. Over the past three years, Claudia has donated over 70 hours of legal service to Broward Lawyers Care (BLC) and advised over 120 low-income clients through the BLC...Read More
Thank you JM Family Enterprises, Inc. for your dedication and commitment to helping us ensure equal access to legal representation for all. Each year, JM Family Enterprises participates in our Broward Lawyers Care campaign by making a $350 pro bono contribution on behalf of each of the attorneys on their legal team. The Florida Bar...Read More
Donna* had been in an abusive relationship with her husband for years. They have two children together. When the husband went after one of the children, she had enough. Donna came to CCLA and was helped in obtaining a Final Judgment of Injunction for Protection. CCLA attorneys then represented her for a divorce. They were...Read More
