Enhancing Legal Services for Spanish-Speaking Clients: A Panel Discussion
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
1w ago
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join us for a dynamic panel discussion tailored for Florida public interest law attorneys who work with Spanish-speaking clients. This webinar will feature experienced practitioners who will share their insights and strategies for effectively advocating for Spanish-speaking individuals in the legal system. Our distinguished panelists bring diverse perspectives and practical experience from the field, offering attendees the opportunity to engage in a meaningful dialogue and learn from real-world examples. This interactive session will equip you with th ..read more
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Innovation in Action: Leveraging Florida Pro Bono Matters to Serve Communities in Need
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
2w ago
In celebration of Pro Bono Week, this webinar will bring together the Florida pro bono community to see Florida Pro Bono Matters, a new, game-changing platform designed to streamline pro bono work across the state. Funded by the FFLA and powered by Paladin, Florida Pro Bono Matters allows legal aid organizations to easily share pro bono opportunities and attorneys to easily browse, select, and commit to pro bono opportunities with just a few clicks. Join us to learn how this innovative tool is enhancing access to justice by making it simpler than ever to post opportunities and have pro bono at ..read more
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Navigating the Waters of Florida’s Flood Disclosure Laws – Obligations and Best Practices
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
3w ago
Aired live on 10/16/24 In Florida, where the risk of flooding is a significant concern, understanding the legal requirements for flood disclosures in housing transactions is crucial for advocates assisting consumers seeking to purchase or rent a home. This one-hour webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of Florida’s flood disclosure laws, including recent legislative updates (F.S.689.302) , key obligations for sellers of real estate and landlords, state professionals, and the potential legal ramifications of non-compliance and lack of insurance. Attendees will gain practical insights in ..read more
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Bringing a Coaching Mindset to Supervision
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
1M ago
Aired live on 10/1/24 Coaching skills are essential to both management (of programs and individuals) and leadership. A coaching mindset supports reflection, awareness, communication, and accountability - all critical skills in managing pro bono and legal aid programs, personnel, and volunteers. This training will present a practical set of key coaching skills and frameworks, with opportunities to practice these skills in small breakout groups during the session. Co-sponsored by PILS. To learn more about and join the Public Interest Law Section of the Florida Bar, see here: https://www.flpublic ..read more
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Supported Decision-Making for Child Welfare Involved Youth: A New Tool for Regis Little Staffings
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
1M ago
Aired live on 9/30/24 Description: Many young people struggle with decision-making as they become adults. Youth in the child welfare system often lack the natural support of family and friends to help them navigate adulthood. They are further disadvantaged if they lived in placements that did not provide them with the opportunity to take on responsibilities and make decisions for themselves. When those young people have cognitive impairments, the child welfare system often looks to guardianship or guardian advocacy as a means to protect them in adulthood. The Regis Little Act requires the chil ..read more
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Wellness Wednesdays Part 3- A Conversation about Achieving Organizational Emotional Health
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
1M ago
Aired Live on 9/25/24 Real Talk: An Insightful Conversation about Achieving and Sustaining Organizational Emotional Health and Wellbeing is the final installment of our three-part wellness training series tailored for legal professionals. This one-hour Q&A style panel discussion will bring together experts to address key topics related to emotional health and well-being in the legal profession. Building on the themes of Parts 1 and 2, this session will explore critical issues such as psychological safety in the workplace, organizational support for emotional health, and strategies for sust ..read more
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Mindfulness as a Tool for Well-Being
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
1M ago
Aired live on 9/17/2024 Working in legal services has inherent stressors, and research shows that practicing mindfulness can promote mental well-being, reduce stress, and increase resiliency. This training will offer an introduction to mindfulness for legal services staff framed in a community resiliency model. The session will include opportunities to try out different guided mindfulness exercises from "micro-practices" to traditional mindfulness meditation. This training was approved by the Florida Bar for 1.5 General & 1.5 Mental Health and Wellness Credits! The CLE Code is 2408912N (Ap ..read more
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Navigating Networking in Uncertain Times - Adapting Strategies for the Post-Pandemic Era
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
2M ago
Aired live on 9/12/24 Join us for an engaging and practical webinar tailored for legal professionals navigating the evolving landscape of networking in the wake of global changes. Hosted by Lindsay Griffiths, Executive Director of the International Lawyers Network, this session will explore how to adapt and thrive in the current climate by leveraging innovative networking strategies. In this webinar, you'll learn: -How to develop a clear, actionable networking plan that aligns with your goals. -The importance of crafting a memorable elevator speech that effectively communicates your unique val ..read more
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Wellness Wednesdays- Part 2 - Handling the Heat: Techniques for Managing Stressful Interactions
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
2M ago
Aired live 9/11/24 Handling the Heat: Techniques for Managing Stressful Interactions & Promoting Long-Term Resilience is the second installment in our three-part wellness training series designed specifically for legal professionals. This one-hour webinar will focus on practical strategies for managing stressful interactions, such as hotline calls, that legal professionals often face. Participants will learn actionable techniques for handling difficult situations in the moment, as well as pre- and post-call strategies to maintain composure and effectiveness. The session will also cover bro ..read more
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Wellness Wednesdays Part 1- The Mind-Body Connection: Understanding Our Emotional/Physical Responses
Florida Legal Services
by Florida Legal Services
2M ago
Aired live on 9/4/24 This training was approved by the Florida Bar for 1.0 General & 1.0 Mental Health and Wellness Credits! The CLE Code is 2408941N (Approval Period: 09/04/2024 - 03/31/2026). Materials: https://tinyurl.com/WWP1materials If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at jorge.acosta@floridalegal.org Special thanks to our speakers: Jen McDowell, J.D., ACC, Founder at (re)connect consulting, LLC jen@reconnectconsulting.com www.reconnectconsulting.com/ Amy Johnston, LCSW, PMH-C, Clinical Director at Urban Wellness amy@urbanwellnesscounseling.com urbanwellnesscouns ..read more
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