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​​​​​Demaio et al v. Royal Caribbean Group (25-CV-21718-BB) Posted 11/07/2025

The case arises from an incident that occurred during a cruise. The Complaint alleges negligence, false imprisonment, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

As of November 4, 2025, Defendant has filed a Motion to Dismiss, to which Plaintiffs have filed a Response. Volunteer representation would entail representing Defendant 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

Coyle v. HSBC Bank USA et al (25-CV-61828-DSL) Posted on 10/21/2025

Pro se Appellant appeals five orders of the bankruptcy court entered during his Chapter 7 adversary proceedings. See ECF No. 2-1 at DE 58. Those orders are as follows: (1) Order Denying Plaintiff’s Motion to Clarify Scope of Proceedings; (2) Order Denying Plaintiff’s Motion for Scheduling Control and Protective Order; (3) Order Denying Plaintiff’s Motion to Strike Fraudulent Assignments from Public Record and for Sanctions; (4) Order Denying Plaintiff’s Objections to Claims of Alleged Secured Creditors and Request for Sanctions; and (5) Order Granting Defendant Bank of America, N.A.’s Motion to Dismiss Adversary Proceeding with Prejudice. Appellant’s brief is due on October 27, 2025

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

Williams v. Lerner-Wren et al (25-CV-21703-LMR) Posted 10/20/2025

Plaintiff, Willie Lee Williams, brought suit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, against several law enforcement officers. The Complaint alleges violations of Plaintiff’s Fourth Amendment right against unreasonable searches and seizures. Specifically, the Complaint alleges that the officers pulled Plaintiff out of his vehicle, broke Plaintiff’s personal items, wrestled Plaintiff to the ground and wrapped his arm around his neck while two new officers arrived on the scene and placed their knees on his back and thigh. The Complaint further alleges that both Plaintiff and his vehicle were illegally searched. This case is at a very early stage, and volunteer 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

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Cohn v. Florida Department of Corrections et al (25-CV-24021-DSW) Posted 10/10/2025

Plaintiff Steven Cohn, a former prisoner, is asserting claims under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 against the Florida Department of Corrections. The Complaint alleges that Defendants refused to provide Plaintiff with necessary blood pressure medication, which caused him to have a stroke. Consequently, Plaintiff is now confined to a wheelchair.

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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Gilchrist v. Lula Technologies, Inc. (25-CV-20766-RAR) Posted 09/26/2025 - Updated 10/03/2025

Plaintiff Kayla N. Gilchrist brings suit against her Defendant LULA Technologies, Inc., her former employer, asserting claims under federal and state anti-discrimination law, federal wage law, and Florida common law, in connection with her employment and ultimate discharge from employment. At an in-person hearing held on September 25, 2025, Plaintiff moved Ore Tenus to amend her complaint and remedy deficiencies identified and explained by the Court. The Court granted Plaintiff’s Ore Tenus motion in open court; Plaintiff has been directed to file an amended complaint by no later than October 16, 2025. Discovery has started.

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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Destin v. Loiseau et al (21-CV-23441-JEM) Posted 09/26/2025

The Plaintiff, currently a state prisoner, brought suit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, alleging that Defendant, a Miami-Dade Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation officer, used excessive force by attacking him without provocation, pepper spraying him, and beating him, while he was a pretrial detainee at the Turner Gilford Knight Detention Center. This case is currently set for trial on November 17, 2025.

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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Arroyo v. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services et al (25-CV-23549-CMA) Posted 09/26/2025

Plaintiff Isaac Arroyo, proceeding pro se, is seeking legal representation in connection with a lawsuit he filed alleging the American Federation of Government Employees, in coordination with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, violated his constitutional rights and breached duties owed to him by failing to adequately represent him in employment proceedings.

The case is in the early stages of litigation and is administratively closed because Plaintiff has not paid the filing fee or been permitted to proceed in forma pauperis. Plaintiff has until October 30, 2025 to file an amended complaint and either pay the filing fee or submit a sufficient motion to proceed in forma pauperis.

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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Redoak Communications, Inc. v. Olsen et al (23-CV-80008-AMC) Posted 09/24/2025

Plaintiff Redoak Communications, Inc. filed suit against Defendant David DeFalco alleging that Defendant DeFalco committed Copyright infringement when he distributed a movie to a streaming service without the Plaintiff’s permission. Plaintiff filed the operative Amended Complaint on March 11, 2025. 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

McFarlane v. Hegseth (25-CV-23975-BB) Posted 09/22/2025

The Complaint alleges that Plaintiff experienced a hostile work environment, and was subjected to reprisal and retaliation, including removal from federal service, based on his race. Plaintiff now seeks backpay for lost benefits, compensatory damages for emotional distress, punitive damages, costs of litigation fees, and to be reinstated to his former position or a comparable one. 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

Lopez v. Noem (25-CV-61754-JMS) Posted 09/19/2025

In this action, Plaintiff, who has been a TSA employee since 2002, brings employment discrimination and retaliation claims, among other claims. Plaintiff alleges that he received a right-to-sue letter from the EEOC on June 20, 2025. Plaintiff’s Amended Complaint, which is available below, contains additional factual allegations in support of Plaintiff’s claims. 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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