NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 5, 2026 The Public Interest Law Section (PILS) of The Florida Bar has submitted formal comments opposing proposed Standing Board Policy (SBP) 5.58, which would establish an ongoing minimum membership requirement for Florida Bar sections and could result in the dissolution of several long-standing sections, including PILS. For 37 years, PILS has provided a forum for Florida attorneys committed to public interest law, access to justice, and advocacy on behalf of unders

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,

"What We Got Here is Failure to Communicate”: The Legal, Ethical, and Monetary Considerations of Effective Communication", by Matthew...

"Modern Complexity Demands New Ways of Working: The Future of the Lawyer-Nonlawyer Partnership", is authored by PILS member Ann Marie...

Jayme Cassidy, PILS Secretary, highlights Black attorneys whose work shaped legal services and paved the way for future generations of...