Community Law Program

Thank you Kimberly Rodgers for your many years of dedication leading the Community Law Program. Last night was a wonderful celebration. And, big congrats to Rachael Stanger, the new CLP Executive Director, and the entire board.

We'd like to thank these current sponsors of the Community Law Program's 35th Anniversary Gala coming up October 26th! Sponsors include: Gliss Consulting | @getgliss, St Petersburg Bar Assn, Stetson University College of Law, Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP, Seacoast Bank, and The Diamond Law Firm, P.A..

Did you know? Community Law Program’s website has a page devoted to Videos? You may quickly access videos on topics like Landlord-Tenant, Criminal Record Expungement, Employee Rights and more? Visit Videos for the Public - Community Law Program at https://lnkd.in/eT3mSUkY #legalvideosforthepublic #landlordtenantvideos #recordexpungement

Join us in supporting the Community Law Program 35th Anniversary Gala! As we celebrate 35 years of impact, we're seeking sponsors to help make this event a success. Your support will empower our community. Visit?https://lnkd.in/eutzGxra?to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and the impact of your contribution. Let's make justice accessible for all! #CLP35thGala?#CommunityLawProgram?#JourneytoJustice?#JusticeForAll

In honor of Fair Housing Awareness Month, CLP would like to salute one of its rock star volunteer attorneys, Lynn Hanshaw. ?? Did you know that Lynn Hanshaw has devoted much of her legal career to helping vulnerable residents successfully challenge discriminatory housing practices in our community? ??Lynn handled the very first fair housing case that went to a jury trial in the Middle District of Florida in 2005, where she received a monetary verdict on behalf of her client. She was a key member of the Tri County Fair Housing Consortium, which was formed 25 years ago by the best legal and social minds in our community. This organization has become what is now known today as the Tampa Bay Fair Housing Consortium, which provides education, outreach, and enforcement protection to those in need. Visit at https://lnkd.in/ea2icwiA ??The Tampa Bay community has been forever positively impacted and improved because of her trailblazing efforts, and CLP is extremely fortunate to have her as a member of our team! #Fairhousingawarenessmonth #lynnhanshaw #35yearsofcommunitylawprogram

?? We uploaded a new blog post, "From Crisis to Catalyst." Learn more about the Duke Energy and City Utility Relief Programs available and how to qualify and apply for assistance at: https://lnkd.in/eaX4Rurs ?? #Renterutilityreliefprograms #dukeenergyreliefprogram #cityofstpeteutilityreliefprogram

April is Fair Housing Awareness Month! Yesterday, the work of CLP was highlighted at the City of Largo City Commission meeting to accept the City of Largo Proclamation signed by Largo Mayor Woody Brown. Featured in the photo is Largo City Commissioner Jamie Robinson, CLP Executive Director, Kimberly Rodgers, and Sheera Greene, Housing Grant Specialist in the Community Development Department of the City of Largo. #fairhousingawarenessmonth #largomayor #cityoflargo

Did you know? Community Law Program hosts Legal Advice Clinics where you can speak one-on-one with an attorney free of charge about your legal problem. These advice clinics cover areas of the law like divorce, child custody, housing law issues, bankruptcy, and probate. Download our Advice Clinic schedule at Advice Clinics & Pro Bono Representation - Community Law Program at https://lnkd.in/e_UUiQx #LegalEducation #Empowerment #Familylaw #Divorce

Did you know? CLP's Community Counsel Program offers vital legal assistance to eligible community-based non-profit organizations? Through pro bono transactional services, this program supports organizations dedicated to improving economic and social conditions for low-income residents and distressed communities. Visit https://lnkd.in/djUy-__T to learn more. #CommunityCounselProgram #LegalSupport #ProBonoAssistance #CommunityEmpowerment

?? March is Women's History Month! Throughout the month, CLP has been honoring local women ??♀? in the legal community who have done great things to empower women and encourage equity and inclusion of women. Today, we honor Maria S. Cohen! ?????? Marcia S. Cohen holds a B.A. in Education from Roosevelt University of Chicago, a Master’s degree in music composition from Northwestern University and received her J.D. from Stetson University College of Law. A member of the Florida Bar, she has practiced in labor and employment law with a concentration in employment discrimination, sexual harassment, and civil rights law. Ms. Cohen has the distinction of successfully litigating a case before the U.S. Supreme Court where she served as co-counsel with the EEOC. As a former appointee to the Florida Bar Special Committee on Gender Equality, Ms. Cohen also served as Chair of the Equal Opportunities Law Section of the Florida Bar in 2001-2002. Ms. Cohen served as Legal Counsel for the Florida Chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) and Legal Counsel for the Institute for Science and Human Values. Ms. Cohen is a member of the Legal Panel of the Pinellas County Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union, was the recipient of its Gardner Beckett Civil Rights Award, and the Stetson University College of Law Woman of Achievement award. Ms. Cohen has been an advocate for the legal rights of women, disabled persons, and minorities for over 35 years. #womeninhistorymonth #marciacohen #discriminationattorney #civilrightslaw