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With the help of Inspire of Central Florida, we are bringing the library to our community! Come by our office to visit our free little library, handcrafted by the team at Inspire of Central Florida, to house the generous donation of children’s books we received from Attorney Steven Kramer and his family. Pictured: Staff Attorney,…

                        During the Annual Florida Bar Convention, Executive Director, Silvia McLain and Staff Attorney, Matthew Gripp were honored to receive the Paul Doyle Children’s Advocacy Award from the Florida Bar Foundation. Pictured: Left: Executive Director, Silvia McLain receiving the award with Staff Attorney Matthew…

Have you ever wondered what it is like to attend our Seminole State College Free Legal Advice clinic? Here is a sneak peek at what to expect! *This is a re-enactment

  Can you spot all 15 pinwheels?   In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Awareness month, we have put out these pinwheels as a reminder of the joys of childhood we hope all children get to experience.

We are honored to be the Paul Doyle Children’s Advocacy Award winner of 2023 for our Foster Youth Disability Advocacy Project! This award is to be presented at the Florida Bar Foundation’s Annual Award Ceremony and we will receive a cash award of $5,000.

We are so honored to welcome three new legal interns for the Spring Semester! Thank you Adesole, Brendan, and Petrus for all your tremendous work conducting research and assisting with intake. With your hard work and dedication to the residents of Seminole County, we are able to provide greater assistance to our community. We greatly…

Calling all Seminole State College students! Do you have a legal matter prohibiting you from focusing on your studies?Are you concerned that a legal matter my inhibit your ability to graduate?  Come meet with our experienced staff attorneys on campus every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 9:00am-12:00pm in the Student Center Building…

Pro Bono and staff attorneys provide a monthly presentation to job seekers in Seminole County concerning the sealing and expungement of an eligible criminal record. Clearing your arrest record can give you a second chance at your dream job. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to speak with a volunteer attorney about specific questions relating…

  If you are a veteran and need free legal assistance, you can gain help at our legal advice clinic at the Central Branch Library located at 215 N. Oxford Rd., Casselberry, FL 32707. Our experienced staff and volunteer attorneys will be there to assist you with any family law or private landlord tenant matters….

We are honored to be featured in this edition of the Florida Bar Foundation newsletter Speaking of Justice for our staff attorney’s incredible work in stopping a single mother and her two daughters from being evicted from their home during COVID after she lost her source of income in 2020. To read the full story,…

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a free tax preparation service run by IRS-certified volunteers for families and individuals across the Greater Orlando area. VITA offers this free tax help to those who make less than $73,000, and the volunteers will provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing. They will…

The Middle District of Florida Bankruptcy Pro Se Assistance Clinic launched on September 1, 2022, to provide virtual pro bono consultations to individuals throughout the Middle District of Florida, from Jacksonville to Fort Myers. It needs volunteers. The clinic offers debtors and creditors with an opportunity to meet, virtually or by telephone, with a bankruptcy attorney…

Volunteer Attorney, Andrew J. Chmelir and Pro-Bono Coordinator, Camryn Williams were invited to speak with Beth Perrell, producer of CMG Radio’s “Public Affairs” about our various legal advice clinics and workshops. They discuss what a legal aid is and the services that this organization provides as well as a discussion of the many ways residents…

Disability Rights Florida Disability Rights Florida is a nonprofit organization that provides legal advocacy and rights protection for adults and children with a wide range of disabilities. Disability Rights Florida is prepared to provide legal support for individuals with disabilities that are experiencing hardship following Hurricane Ian. To get assistance call (800) 342-0823 or click…

Disaster Recovery Center opening for Seminole county today from 1:30pm to 6:00pm located at Seminole State College, Building C – 100 Weldon Blvd., Sanford, FL 32773. Below is the locations and hours of operation for other Disaster Recover Centers around Florida. Please note that these are subject to change. Lee County #1: Lakes Library 15290…

We are here for the residents of Seminole County, now and always. If you are a renter seeking legal advice on your rights in relation to storm damage, please feel free to call our office at (407) 834-1660 to get free assistance. Additionally, we have included general resources for assistance within the community following Hurricane…

Here at the Seminole County Legal Aid it our mission to provide Seminole County residents with the necessary tools to conquer their legal matters as well as assist in anyway we can. To that end, we are so excited to announce all of our community outreach project. From legal advice clinics to workshops and webinars,…

Just one more week to apply for the emergency home energy assistance fund! Check the flyer below for more information on how to apply.

Our monthly free Veterans Legal Advice clinic is back at the Central Branch of the Seminole County Library every third Thursday of the month. Our experienced staff and volunteer attorneys will be there from 1:00-4:00pm to give legal advice and answer any questions you have on various family law matters and housing rights issues. Each…

In an attempt to further aid citizens that suffered financial hardships brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is now offering relief for mortgage payments, utilities, homeowner’s insurance, property taxes, internet, and other fees associated with homeowner expenses. Qualifying households can receive up to $50,000 in the form of payments…

OUR Florida Emergency Rental Assistance program has established various locations throughout the state for more immediate service. Appointments are strongly advised as they will be seen first, but walk-ins will be serviced upon open availability. Seminole County Residents can stop by the Lake Mary location at 640 Century Point, Lake Mary, FL 32746, which is…

Seminole County is waiving collection fees in an attempt to help driver’s get their licenses re-instated, the Clerk of Court and Comptroller have been authorized to waive collection agency fees up to 25% when residents pay off their court obligations in full or sign up for a monthly payment plan. This opportunity is only available…

In an effort to assist families with children, the child tax credit has been expanded so families that have received half of their credit as monthly payments last year, will be able to collect the other half simply by filing their taxes this year. As some of the payments were sent out on a monthly…

Thank you to everyone that came to our Silent Auction Fundraiser Event. To see some of the attendees please click here. Picture#1 from right to left: The Honorable William S. Orth and his wife, Maria Espinsa, Esq., Julian Suero – Barry Law Student. Picture #2 from right to left: The Honorable Kenneth Lester, Jr., Clerk…