NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Dear Members of the Public Interest Law Section (“PILS”), On December 11, 2026, the Florida Bar Board of Governors (“BOG”) will vote on a policy that could dissolve our section. If it passes, PILS will have until February 15, 2027, to recruit 565 Florida Bar members in good standing or be dissolved. I am writing to explain the situation and to ask for your help. BOG Proposal Proposed Standing Board Policy 5.58 requires every section to maintain membership equal to at leas

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET Format: Hybrid – Virtual and In-Person (Orlando, FL) CLE Credits: 1.0 General and 1.0 Mental Health & Wellness (Approved by The Florida Bar) In recognition of Pro Bono Month, the Public Interest Law Section (PILS) of The Florida Bar invites attorneys, legal aid advocates, and community partners to join us for a special afternoon focused on attorney well-being, service, and connection. Presented by Dr. Rick Adams, Ph.D., LMHC, this

The Public Interest Law Section (PILS) of The Florida Bar invites attorneys, law students, and public interest advocates to join us for a morning of service at Feeding South Florida in Pembroke Park. This volunteer opportunity is part of PILS' ongoing commitment to serving our communities while fostering meaningful connections among public interest professionals. Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Feeding South Florida 2501 SW 32nd Terrace,

Join the Public Interest Law Section for a hands-on day of service as part of a statewide month of volunteerism supporting Feeding Florida ! In recognition of National Volunteer Month, attorneys, law students, and advocates will come together to help fight food insecurity while building community with fellow public interest professionals. 📍 Feeding Tampa Bay – Hillsborough Mobile Pantry All People’s Community Park & Life Center6105 E. Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33617📅 Saturday,

The Children’s Rights CLE Series is a monthly training program produced in partnership between Florida’s Children First, the Florida Legal Services Statewide Training Initiative, and the Public Interest Law Section (PILS) of The Florida Bar. This ongoing series brings together advocates, legal aid attorneys, pro bono lawyers, and other child-serving professionals to explore legal issues impacting children and youth across Florida. Held on the third Wednesday of each month, ea

This CLE Series provides a strategic framework to identify the nexus of administrative, legislative, and litigation advocacy to effectuate desired outcomes in legal matters. This four-segment series utilizes a case study (with designated fact patterns, case law, statutes, and rules) to analyze distinctions between the law, legislative intent, practical application of the law, and strategic methodologies to effectuate change. Guest judges and other co-presenters provide additi

In response to the growing need within our community, we are launching a Civil Rights and Immigration Workgroup, and we are seeking...

Join the Public Interest Law Section (PILS) of the Florida Bar at one of our upcoming networking events for a chance to connect with...

PILS' Professional Development Committee is currently exploring implementing a mentorship program. Would you be interested in...

Thank you for being part of PILS' 100% Club! The Neighborhood Advocacy Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, sliding-scale law firm...