Southern Legal Counsel, Inc.

🌈 Join Our Virtual Legal Name Change Clinic for Transgender Awareness Week! 🌈 Southern Legal Counsel's Transgender Rights Initiative, in partnership with León Cosgrove Jiménez, LLP and Greenberg Traurig, P.A., is hosting a free, virtual Name Change Clinic on November 14, 2024, from 6-8 PM. This clinic is open to all transgender adults and parents of transgender minors in Florida who wish to update their legal name and gender marker on government-issued identification documents. 🏳️⚧️ What You’ll Get: ☑️ Comprehensive guidance and forms needed for the legal name change process. ☑️ Expert assistance to help you navigate these procedures confidently. 📅 Save the Date and Register Now! Pre-registration is required by Nov. 7 (Live Link in Bio): https://bit.ly/4eGUMTP. Make sure to reserve your spot and get all the details from our flyer or QR code. This is a fantastic opportunity to access the support you need. Don’t miss it! #TransgenderAwarenessWeek #SupportSLC #NameChangeClinic #LGBTQRights #TransRights

📸 Snapshots from Suds & Songs 2024! 🎶✨ We had an incredible evening full of music, community, and good vibes at the Suds & Songs event! Check out some memorable moments we captured throughout the night. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event so special. Stay tuned for more exciting events and initiatives! #SudsAndSongs #CommunityVibes #SupportSLC #GoodTimes

📢 Advocacy Groups Challenge State's Actions on Amendment 4 in Florida 📢 Southern Legal Counsel and the ACLU of Florida are challenging Florida’s effort to impede Amendment 4, which aims to protect reproductive rights. This legal action comes as the state's misinformation campaign against the amendment raises serious concerns. This article by Alex Woodward breaks down what is happening. You can read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4eWd9Vb ⚖️ Main Points: 👉 Legal Action: A lawsuit has been filed to stop the state’s use of taxpayer dollars to spread misleading information about Amendment 4. 👉 Reproductive Rights at Stake: If passed, Amendment 4 would hinder Florida's restrictive abortion laws by ensuring legal access to abortion before viability or when necessary for the patient’s health. 👉 Ongoing Challenges: The use of "election police" and misinformation tactics have led to legal action to protect the integrity of the democratic process and uphold First Amendment rights. Southern Legal Counsel's Dan Marshall stated, “We believe it’s rightfully on the ballot, and we’ll fight to ensure Floridians can vote on Amendment 4 based on facts.” Let's stand together for truth and justice. #SupportSLC #Amendment4 #ReproductiveRights #TruthAndJustice

#FridayFAQ: HOW DO I APPLY FOR LEGAL ASSISTANCE? You can apply online here (live link in bio): https://bit.ly/3IHAQl4 You can print and mail this application to our office (live link in bio): https://bit.ly/3neuuCU #faq #qanda #legalquestions #lawyerlife #nonprofitlawyer #nonprofitlaw #notforprofitlaw #notforprofitlawyers #probonolaw #probonolawyers #lawfirm #floridalawyer #lawyers #southernlegalcounsel #SLC #civiljustice #civilrights #socialjustice #humanrights

This #TBT we are throwing it back to October of 2019, when SLC's Simone Chriss was at the Gainesville Pride Festival talking to folks about Florida Name Change! She's still doing this work with passion and grit! Thanks Simone for continuing to serve this community! #throwback #throwbackthursday #slcinaction #transrightsmatter

🚨 ONE DAY TO GO! Suds & Songs 2024 is Almost Here! 🚨 Don't miss this incredible event happening tomorrow—October 24th at First Magnitude Brewing Co.! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, community fun, and delicious food, all in support of Southern Legal Counsel and Three Rivers Legal Services. ✨ Last-Minute Highlights: 🎤 Live Music: Rock out with the talented band, Other Voices. 🎟️ Raffles & Auctions: Snag exciting prizes and exclusive items. 🚚 Food Galore: Enjoy delicious offerings from a variety of food trucks. Connect with legal professionals, community leaders, and fellow supporters who share a passion for justice and equality. This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of those in need of vital legal aid. ⏰ Time is running out! Secure your spot and be part of an evening that promises to mix fun and philanthropy. 🔗 Act now! Learn more, donate, and grab your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4ecjjj1 #SudsAndSongs #SupportSLC #FundraisingEvent #JoinUs #CommunityImpact

🌈 Join Our Virtual Legal Name Change Clinic for Transgender Awareness Week! 🌈 Southern Legal Counsel's Transgender Rights Initiative, in partnership with León Cosgrove Jiménez, LLP and Greenberg Traurig, P.A., is hosting a free, virtual Name Change Clinic on November 14, 2024, from 6-8 PM. This clinic is open to all transgender adults and parents of transgender minors in Florida who wish to update their legal name and gender marker on government-issued identification documents. 🏳️⚧️ What You’ll Get: ☑️ Comprehensive guidance and forms needed for the legal name change process. ☑️ Expert assistance to help you navigate these procedures confidently. 📅 Save the Date and Register Now! Pre-registration is required (Live Link in Bio): https://bit.ly/4eGUMTP. Make sure to reserve your spot and get all the details from our flyer or QR code. This is a fantastic opportunity to access the support you need. Don’t miss it! #TransgenderAwarenessWeek #SupportSLC #NameChangeClinic #LGBTQRights #TransRights

📢 Challenging Unjust Laws in St. Johns County 📢 Southern Legal Counsel and Florida Justice Institute have filed a federal lawsuit against a St. Johns County ordinance that criminalizes requests for help in public places. This ordinance targets activities like panhandling, which are protected by the First Amendment. 🔑 Key Points: 👉 The ordinance restricts speech on sidewalks and medians, making it unconstitutional and vague. 👉 Residents like Joseph LaValley, who rely on donations for survival, have been cited and fined despite not obstructing traffic. 👉 The ordinance leads to unnecessary arrests, rather than addressing the root causes of homelessness. SLC attorney Chelsea Dunn emphasizes that criminalizing individuals seeking help is costly and ineffective, urging a focus on constructive solutions instead. This lawsuit aims to protect free speech and promote policies that genuinely address homelessness. #SupportSLC #JusticeForAll #HomelessnessAwareness #FreeSpeech

On Saturday, SLC's Simone Chriss had the honor of speaking at Orlando Pride's TRANS PRIDE event, where she presented the "State of Our Union: Where We Are in the Fight for Our Civil Rights." It was rejuvenating and inspiring to be amongst so many incredible people in our community, including current and former clients, friends, colleagues, organizers, fellow activists, allies, and more! Thank you to the Come Out With Pride Trans and Non-Binary Task Force for creating such a beautiful space for us to come together to celebrate transgender pride, joy, and community!

On Saturday, SLC's Simone Chriss had the honor of speaking at Orlando Pride's TRANS PRIDE event, where she presented the "State of Our Union: Where We Are in the Fight for Our Civil Rights." It was rejuvenating and inspiring to be amongst so many incredible people in our community, including current and former clients, friends, colleagues, organizers, fellow activists, allies, and more! Thank you to the Come Out With Pride Trans and Non-Binary Task Force for creating such a beautiful space for us to come together to celebrate transgender pride, joy, and community!