Free legal information, aid organizations, and court resources for residents of Florida. Know your rights and find help.
Statewide legal aid organization providing free civil legal help to low-income Floridians in housing, immigration, and public benefits.
Visit Website →Serves low-income residents in north-central Florida with free legal assistance in housing, family, and consumer matters.
Visit Website →Provides free civil legal services to low-income residents in Palm Beach County and surrounding areas.
Visit Website →Provides free civil legal aid to low-income residents across 12 counties in central Florida, covering housing, family, and public benefits.
Visit Website →Offers free legal help to low-income residents in Broward County in housing, family, consumer, and immigration matters.
Visit Website →Defends constitutional rights through litigation and advocacy on issues including criminal justice reform, immigrants' rights, and voting rights.
Visit Website →The Supreme Court of Florida is the court of last resort. Five District Courts of Appeal handle intermediate appeals. Circuit Courts are the trial courts of general jurisdiction, organized into 20 judicial circuits. County Courts handle misdemeanors, traffic infractions, small claims, and civil cases under $50,000.
The Supreme Court of Florida sits in Tallahassee with seven justices. The five District Courts of Appeal are headquartered in Tallahassee (1st), Lakeland (2nd), Miami (3rd), West Palm Beach (4th), and Daytona Beach (5th). The 20 Judicial Circuits contain Circuit Courts (general jurisdiction handling civil cases over $50,000, felonies, family law, and probate) and County Courts (handling misdemeanors, traffic, small claims up to $8,000, and civil cases under $50,000).
Governs rental relationships under Chapter 83, covering security deposits, maintenance obligations, and eviction procedures.
Consumer protection law under Chapter 501 prohibiting unfair business practices with private right of action.
Prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, and marital status.
Constitutional provision protecting homestead property from forced sale by creditors, with unlimited value protection for up to half an acre in municipalities.
Allows victims to obtain protective injunctions including no-contact orders, exclusive possession of shared residence, and temporary custody of children under Florida Statute 741.30.
Provides consumers with remedies when new vehicles have substantial defects that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts under F.S. 681.
Two-party consent law requiring all parties to a conversation to consent before recording, with violations subject to criminal penalties.
24/7 confidential support for domestic violence victims
1-800-799-7233
Report child abuse, elder abuse, or vulnerable adult abuse
1-800-962-2873
Florida Attorney General consumer complaint hotline
1-866-966-7226
Call or text 988 for immediate mental health crisis support
988
Expanded workforce housing protections and tax incentives for affordable housing development, building on the landmark 2023 Live Local Act.
New regulations aim to stabilize the homeowners insurance market following years of rate increases, with enhanced consumer protections for claims handling.
New law requires businesses to provide clear opt-out mechanisms for the sale of personal data and strengthens data breach notification requirements.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 5 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 4 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 4 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Typical filing fee: $55-$300 (claims up to $8,000)
Small claims court is designed for individuals to resolve minor disputes quickly and affordably without an attorney.
Typical filing fee: $300-$400
Civil court handles larger disputes including personal injury, contract breaches, and property claims. Attorney representation is common.
Typical filing fee: $300-$400
Family court handles divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence matters. Fee waivers are often available for low-income filers.
Statewide backup center supporting legal aid providers and handling impact litigation for low-income Floridians.
Visit Website →Free civil legal services in Central Florida for housing, family, and immigration matters.
Visit Website →Free legal services for low-income residents in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
Visit Website →Serves northeast Florida with free civil legal help in housing, family, consumer, and public benefits.
Visit Website →Florida's court of last resort with seven justices, located in Tallahassee. Reviews important constitutional and legal questions.
Visit Court Website →Five district courts handling intermediate appeals. Find your district court by location and access case information and opinions.
Visit Court Website →Trial courts organized into 20 judicial circuits. Access your local court's website for filing information, case search, and self-help resources.
Find Your Local Court →Residential Landlord & Tenant Act. Governs security deposits, landlord maintenance obligations, notice requirements, eviction procedures, and tenant remedies.
Florida Deceptive & Unfair Trade Practices Act. Prohibits unfair methods of competition and deceptive business practices, with private right of action for actual damages and attorney fees.
Employment & Housing Discrimination. Prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, and marital status.
Domestic Violence Protections. Authorizes injunctions for protection against domestic violence including no-contact, exclusive use of residence, temporary custody, and child support.
Homestead Exemption. Constitutional protection shielding a homestead from forced sale by creditors, with unlimited value protection on up to half an acre in municipalities or 160 acres in unincorporated areas.
Online clinic where low-income Floridians can submit civil legal questions and receive free answers from volunteer attorneys.
Visit Website →Provides free civil legal assistance in the Tampa Bay area for housing, family, domestic violence, and consumer issues.
Visit Website →Non-profit public interest law firm in Gainesville providing free legal services in civil rights, education, housing, and disability rights.
Visit Website →The Florida AG's Consumer Protection Division investigates fraud, scams, price gouging, identity theft, and unfair business practices. The division also manages the Lemon Law program and no-call list enforcement.
Phone: 1-866-9-NO-SCAM (1-866-966-7226)
Online Complaints: File at myfloridalegal.com/consumer-protection
Visit AG Consumer Protection →The FCHR enforces the Florida Civil Rights Act, investigating complaints of discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations. It also administers the Whistle-blower's Act protecting public employees who report wrongdoing.
Phone: (850) 488-7082
Filing Deadline: 365 days from the discriminatory act
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