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Tyndell v. Blanco et al (25-CV-25461-LMR) Posted 07/29/2026

Plaintiff, Gregory S. Tyndell, seeks a volunteer lawyer to represent him in a 42 U.S.C. § 1983 action against a law enforcement officer and the City of Miami Beach. The Complaint alleges three claims: violation of the Fourth Amendment, procedural due process violation under the Fourteenth Amendment, and Municipal Liability. Specifically, Plaintiff alleges his electronic equipment was unlawfully seized and has not been returned. This case is at a very early stage, and representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings, including discovery, and at 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

Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Yang v. City National Bank of Florida et al (25-CV-22892-EA) Posted 07/24/2026

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

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Yang v. City National Bank of Florida et al (25-CV-22892-EA) Posted 07/06/2026

Plaintiff, Zhijian Yang, is seeking representation in his wrongful termination action against his previous employers. Plaintiff’s third amended complaint 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. Trial in the matter is currently set for December 15, 2026, before District Judge Ed Artau. Volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings and, if necessary, trial. Plaintiff speaks English as a second language; therefore, familiarity and proficiency with Mandarin 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

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

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Pierre-Louis et al v. United States Of America (26-CV-24481-MFE) Posted 07/13/2026

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

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Federal Question
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Jacques v. United States Of America (25-CV-81610-WM) Posted 07/08/2026

Plaintiff, proceeding pro se, brought suit against the United States of America under the Federal Tort Claims Act. He alleges that, while he was serving a federal sentence, President Biden granted him executive clemency. Despite the clemency order, Defendant failed to recalculate Plaintiff’s sentence and timely release him. Defendant has filed an answer and affirmative defenses. 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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Miscellaneous
Location:
West Palm Beach
Prestige Bunkers, LLC v. Hofman et al (25-CV-22077-WPD) Posted 06/29/2026

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

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Miscellaneous
Location:
Fort Lauderdale
Starr Indemnity & Liability Company v. Quantum Insurance Group, Inc. et al (25-CV-62025-EA) Posted 06/02/2026

This is a civil case involving causes of actions related to an insurance contract. It is alleged that the defendants violated statutory, contractual, and common law duties in their handling of premiums collected, which were to be kept as trust funds. The case appears to be largely settled. Defendants Janet Quijano and Aracely Arencibia have been dismissed with prejudice from the action. Defendants Quantum Insurance Group, Inc., and Victor Quijano, who is deceased, need a lawyer to finalize the settlement and file the appropriate documents with the Court.

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
Johnson, Keomie v. Smith et al (24-CV-24334-DSL) Posted 06/02/2026

Plaintiff, a pro se prisoner, filed this civil rights action for excessive force and failure to intervene against five correctional officers employed at the Metrowest Detention Center. 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

Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Matsev, Anzor v. Krome SPC et al (25-CV-25814-DPG) Posted 06/02/2026

Petitioner is in immigration detention and has filed a pro se Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus under 28 U.S.C. § 2241. He asserts that the government has detained him past the statutorily reasonable period defined in Zadvydas v. Davis, 533 U.S. 678 (2001), and that it cannot remove him to Russia in the reasonably foreseeable future. He argues the government has violated his due process rights by not giving him an individualized bond hearing, an explanation for his continued detention, or a timeline for his removal. He alleges his detention has caused severe hardship because he is his family’s sole financial provider.

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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Habeas Corpus
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Crane v. Diraimondo et al (26-CV-23144-BB) Posted 05/20/2026

The Complaint alleges that Plaintiff was deprived of several constitutionally guaranteed rights during post-judgment family court proceedings. Plaintiff now seeks damages and declaratory and injunctive relief. This case is at a very early stage, and volunteer representation would entail representing Plaintiff during all pretrial proceedings, including discovery, mediation, and at 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

Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
Miami Courthouses

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