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Dolan v. School Board of Broward County (26-CV-62931- Jared M. Strauss) 

Plaintiff, a former BCPS teacher, alleges that she complained of unwanted sexual advances and harassment by a fellow school employee, and thereafter suffered increased scrutiny and other discriminatory treatment, culminating in her termination.  Plaintiff filed a charge of discrimination with the EEOC and received a notice of right to sue letter.  She filed a complaint alleging retaliation and discrimination based on sex, race, and/or national origin (all under Title VII).  Plaintiff asked for referral to the Volunteer Lawyer Project upon filing her complaint.  The case is at its earliest stages (before Defendant has been served).  For attorneys who are unable to accept full representation at the outset, Plaintiff may benefit from advice of counsel in evaluating her case and considering whether and how to amend her complaint or respond to potential defense motions.

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

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Employment Discrimination
Location:
Fort Lauderdale
Falls Lake National Insurance Company v. SkyJet Elite Corp. et al (26-CV-61430- Ed Artau) Posted 10/19/2026

Defendant Ceilo Astrid Ortiz is seeking representation to defend against a lawsuit from Falls Lake National Insurance Company (“Falls Lake”). Falls Lake issued an Aircraft Hull and Liability Insurance Policy to SkyJet Elite Corp (“SkyJet”). On March 10, 2024, an aircraft crashed, resulting in the death of five occupants. Claudio Colmenares Perez, an employee of SkyJet, was one of the victims of the crash. Falls Lake seeks declaratory relief, stating, among other things, that the no coverage is afforded under the policy for the plane crash. Ceilo Astrid Ortiz is the personal representative of the estate of Claudio Colmenares Perez. Trial is currently scheduled for June 2027. 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

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The location of this suit is Ft. Lauderdale. However, this case was assigned to Judge Artau, whose chambers are in West Palm Beach.

Breach of Contract
Location:
Fort Lauderdale
Yang v. City National Bank of Florida et al (25-CV-22892-Ed Artau) Posted 07/06/2026 - Updated 10/13/2026

Plaintiff, Zhijian Yang, is seeking full representation, limited-scope help, co-counsel, or referral in his wrongful termination action against his previous employers. Plaintiff asserts fifteen 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, and Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) unpaid overtime. The discovery deadline is December 7, 2026, and trial April 19, 2027. 

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

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Breach of Contract
Location:
West Palm Beach
Rahming v. Infinite Medical P.C. Corporation et al (26-cv-62118-William P. Dimitrouleas) Posted 10/09/2026

Pro se Plaintiff Latoye Rahming is seeking representation in her unlawful retaliation action against her previous employer(s). Both defendants have appeared in the case and have filed Answers and Affirmative Defenses. No trial date has been set at this point. Volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings and, if necessary, at trial.

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

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Employment Discrimination
Location:
Fort Lauderdale
Goncalves de Oliveira v. De Los Santos (25-cv-81147-Bruce E. Reinhart) Posted 10/07/2026

Plaintiff Denize Goncalves de Oliveira sues her ex-husband, Andrew de los Santos, for breach of contract and to enforce support obligations under 8 U.S.C. s. 1183a. The motions for summary judgment were denied and the case is set for trial.

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

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Breach of Contract
Location:
West Palm Beach
Ducasse v. Martin County, Florida et al (26-cv-14065-Shaniek Mills Maynard) Posted 10/07/2026

Plaintiff Justin Ducasse, an unhoused individual proceeding pro se, filed this Section 1983 lawsuit against Martin County, Florida, the Martin County Sheriff, and two Sheriff’s Office employees. Plaintiff alleges that county law enforcement violated his constitutional rights by forcing him, under threat of arrest, to leave public property where he had been sleeping. He seeks declaratory and injunctive relief challenging the enforcement of public-camping and trespass laws against unhoused individuals when adequate indoor shelter is unavailable. Among other relief, Plaintiff asks the Court to prohibit enforcement against him unless the County provides adequate shelter or a designated safe-camping area. This case is at the pleading stage. Volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings, including discovery, mediation, and at trial, if necessary. 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

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Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
West Palm Beach
Doe v. City of West Palm Beach et al (26-CV-80569-Ed Artau) Posted 10/06/2026

Plaintiff Jane Doe filed this lawsuit against defendants Justice Feeley-Carim and the City of West Palm Beach. Plaintiff asserts violations of Section 1983, battery, assault, false imprisonment, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The case is in its early stages, and volunteer representation would involve representing defendant Feeley-Carim through the proceedings.

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

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Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
West Palm Beach
Stubbs v. Jackson Memorial Hospital et al (26-CV-25131- Rodney Smith) Posted 10/02/2026

Plaintiff, an inmate at Florida State Prison, brings a claim under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 alleging that medical professionals at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida were deliberately indifferent to his serious medical needs during his visit. This case is at an early stage, and volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings, including discovery, mediation, and trial, if necessary.

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

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Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Dowling v. The GEO Group, et al. (26-CV-80196- Bruce E. Reinhart) Posted 10/02/2026

Plaintiff Thomas J. Dowling filed this lawsuit against The GEO Group, Inc. and several individual defendants, and asserts claims for deliberate indifference regarding incidents that occurred while the plaintiff was incarcerated at South Bay Correctional Facility. The case is currently at the pleading stage.

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

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Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
West Palm Beach
Dominguez v. Radiologic P.L. et al (26-CV-22405- Ellen F. D'Angelo) Posted 10/01/2026

Plaintiff Jeanette Dominguez brings claims against Radiologic P.L., Sanchez Radiology P.L., Carlos Sanchez M.D., and Carlos G. Sanchez M.D. P.A. for violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Plaintiff alleges that Defendants failed to pay her overtime and that Defendants retaliated against her in violation of the FLSA.

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

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Fair Labor Standard Acts
Location:
Miami Courthouses

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