Retired, inactive, and non-practicing attorneys can volunteer their time and expertise as a Certified Emeritus Lawyer ("CEL"). CEL's are a valuable resource that can help us assist more low-income clients in need of critical legal representation. With years of experience, CEL's can provide invaluable assistance to those in need. Rule 12 of the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar allows inactive or retired lawyers, judges, law professors and authorized house counsel to obtain “Emeritus” status and provide pro bono service - so long as they have not have been disciplined within the past 15 years and are supervised by a lawyer at an approved organization. Dade Legal Aid - Put Something Back will provide training and instruction in areas of greatest need - Client Intake, Family Law, Probate & Guardianship, Eviction, General Civil, Collection, and Child Advocacy. If you are available to assist us, please Click Here to Register to Become a CEM or email PSB@dadelegalaid.org.
