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Stories of Justice: CCLA First Same-Sex, Transgender, Divorce

Liz* came to Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida (CCLA) for an Injunction for Protection (restraining order) against her wife, citing written proof of physical abuse. The two were married in a state that recognized same-sex marriage, which at the time was not legal in Florida. After much consideration, the court granted a...
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Pro Bono Attorney Profile: Jill Ginsberg

An estate planning and probate attorney at Ginsberg Shulman, Jill’s true passion lies in protecting South Florida’s elderly and incapacitated from finance exploitation and abuse. Jill has represented four Veteran clients with guardianship and special needs planning through the MISSION UNITED Veterans Pro Bono Project and has assisted countless others through advice and education. 
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17th Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee CLE: What to Expect from a Pro Bono Case

Join us for a CLE panel discussion designed to provide information to attorneys about pro bono opportunities in Broward County. The session will include information about how attorneys can participate in pro bono legal work, and hopefully remove any apprehension about taking a pro bono case. A short overview will be provided about the type...
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Sponsor Spotlight: Kim Vaughan Lerner

Kim Vaughan Lerner LLP (KVL) has been a dedicated supporter and sponsor of Legal Aid programs in Broward since its inception. Both Jay Kim and Brian Lerner have served on the Board of Directors, and Brian and Robert Vaughan served as co-MC’s for the 2017 For the Public Good fundraiser. KVL handles business litigation. Their...
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Profile in Good: Andrea Montavon-McKillip

Andrea Montavon-McKillip joined Legal Aid in early 2017 as the Supervising Attorney of the Immigration Practice. Andrea is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Florida Bar, a member of the Client Security Fund Committee of the Florida Bar, serves as Chair of the Distance Learning Committee of the American Immigration Lawyers Association...
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