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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