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Pierre-Louis et al v. United States Of America (26-CV-24481-Marty Fulgueira Elfenbein) 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

Docket Sheet

Federal Question
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Jacques v. United States Of America (25-CV-81610-Shaniek Mills Maynard) 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

Docket Sheet

Miscellaneous
Location:
West Palm Beach
Prestige Bunkers, LLC v. Hofman et al (25-CV-22077-William P. Dimitrouleas) 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

Docket Sheet

Miscellaneous
Location:
Fort Lauderdale
Starr Indemnity & Liability Company v. Quantum Insurance Group, Inc. et al (25-CV-62025-Ed Artau) 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

Docket Sheet

Breach of Contract
Location:
West Palm Beach
Johnson, Keomie v. Smith et al (24-CV-24334-David S. Leibowitz) 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

Docket Sheet

Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Matsev, Anzor v. Krome SPC et al (25-CV-25814-Darrin P. Gayles) 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

Docket Sheet

Habeas Corpus
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Crane v. Diraimondo et al (26-CV-23144-Beth Bloom) 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

Docket Sheet

Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Fuentes v. Sergeant Ballou et al (25-CV-81143-Ed Artau) Posted 04/09/2026

Plaintiff Victor Fuentes filed suit in September 2025 and there is one remaining Defendant, CERT Team Deputy K. Davis, Jr. The suit is for excessive force used against Mr. Fuentes as a prisoner. See ECF No. 1. Representation can be for the totality of the litigation or for the settlement conference. 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

Docket Sheet

Civil Rights Proceeding (1983 Complaint)
Location:
West Palm Beach
Gonzalez Consuegra v. Trident Seafoods Corporation et al (25-CV-22951-Kathleen M. Williams) Posted 02/06/2026

The Complaint asserts discrimination (race, age, and nationality), hostile working environment, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, unpaid wages, and abuse of power claims against Plaintiff’s former employer and managers. Plaintiff was employed as a fisherman with Defendant Trident Seafoods and alleges numerous instances of misconduct during his time on board. Defendants have appeared and filed a motion to dismiss. 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

Docket Sheet

Employment Discrimination
Location:
Miami Courthouses
Redoak Communications, Inc. v. Olsen et al (23-CV-80008-Ed Artau) 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

Docket Sheet

Miscellaneous
Location:
West Palm Beach

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