Pro se Plaintiff, Katty Monlouis, is seeking representation in her discrimination action against her previous employer. Plaintiff’s Fourth Amended Complaint asserts nine claims: racial discrimination in violation of Title VII (Count I); hostile work environment in violation of Title VII (Count II); retaliation in violation of Title VII (Count III); wage violations in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (Count IV); wrongful termination / retaliatory discharge (Count V); interference with rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (Count VI); Family and Medical Leave Act retaliation (Count VII); disability discrimination and failure to accommodate under the Americans with Disabilities Act (Count VIII); and retaliation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (Count IX). The case is in its early stages, with discovery opening on May 27, 2026, and set to close on January 4, 2027. Trial is set for May 3, 2027. Plaintiff’s deposition is set for September 21, 2026. Volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings and, if necessary, at trial. Alternatively, limited-scope representation would be appreciated. Plaintiff speaks English as a second language; therefore, familiarity and proficiency with French is encouraged.

If interested, please refer to the Court’s website at https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/volunteer-opportunities-and-pro-bono-assistance, specifically the information on how to Volunteer to Represent a Client For a Specific Case. Any questions, please email FLSD_ProBono@flsd.uscourts.gov

Plaintiff, Zhijian Yang, is seeking a limited scope of representation solely for an upcoming mediation conference in his wrongful termination action against his previous employers. Plaintiff asserts fourteen claims for the following: violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), race discrimination under 42 U.S.C. s.1981, race and national origin discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, race and national origin discrimination under the Florida Civil Rights Act, retaliation under Florida Statutes s.448.102(3), fraudulent inducement, negligent misrepresentation, negligent infliction of emotional distress, and conversion. Mediation is set for August 13, 2026; Plaintiff would require assistance preparing for the mediation and representation during the mediation. Representation would cease following the conclusion of the mediation hearing but may continue should the volunteer attorney choose to do so.

If interested, please refer to the Court’s website at https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/volunteer-opportunities-and-pro-bono-assistance, specifically the information on how to Volunteer to Represent a Client For a Specific Case. Any questions, please email FLSD_ProBono@flsd.uscourts.gov

Location: *Miami
*Judge Artau is the presiding judge in this case and will conduct trial and any
relevant hearings in West Palm Beach.
Case Type: 29:2611 Family Medical Leave Act

Plaintiffs, Mecel Pierre-Louis and Guillen Pierre-Louis, proceeding pro se, are seeking volunteer representation in this action brought under the Federal Tort Claims Act (“FTCA”) against the United States. Plaintiffs allege that they sustained property damage and emotional distress as a result of the allegedly negligent administration and oversight of a federally funded Community Development Block Grant–Disaster Recovery (“CDBG-DR”) home repair program. According to the Complaint, Plaintiffs contend that repairs performed on their residence were defective, resulting in roof defects, water intrusion, structural damage, mold, electrical hazards, broken windows, and other conditions that remain uncorrected. Plaintiffs assert claims for negligence and negligent infliction of emotional distress under the FTCA and seek compensatory damages. Volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiffs throughout all pretrial proceedings and, if necessary, trial. No trial date has been set yet.

If interested, please refer to the Court’s website at https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/volunteer-opportunities-and-pro-bono-assistance, specifically the information on how to Volunteer to Represent a Client For a Specific Case. Any questions, please email FLSD_ProBono@flsd.uscourts.gov

This is a civil case involving allegations of fraud. Defendant James Hamilton, who seeks representation following the withdrawal of his counsel, is alleged to have made materially false statements to induce plaintiff’s purchase of ownership interests in Maritime Capital Solutions, LLC, which is in the business of operating ships transporting liquid fuels. Hamilton asserted affirmative defenses.

Discovery has closed in this action. The summary judgment deadline passed, and no motions were filed. Trial is set for the two-week calendar beginning Monday, July 27, 2026. A calendar call is scheduled for Friday, July 24, 2026. If interested, please refer to the Court’s website at https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/volunteer-opportunities-and-pro-bono-assistance, specifically the information on how to Volunteer to Represent a Client For a Specific Case. Any questions, please email FLSD_ProBono@flsd.uscourts.gov