[RPPTL-constructionlaw] CLC Law Pro Bono Opportunities -- Central / South Florida (2)

[RPPTL constructionlaw]

Good morning,

We have 2 pending requests from Legal Services of Greater Miami for pro bono assistance involving construction matters.


  1.  Matter #1 (Please email myself, Pam, and Hardy if interested and we will make the intro to Legal Services of Greater Miami):
     *   The applicant is a 90-year-old homeowner who hired a contractor to repair a roof leak. The contractor persuaded him to replace the entire roof instead. Applicant paid primarily in cash, has itemized receipts but no written contract. Dispute has arisen over payment: contractor claims approx. $7,500 remains owed (total $16,000), while applicant contends only $1,500 is due. The contractor has not completed the work (roof remains unpainted, gutters not replaced) and charged for additional work that was never performed. On August 15, 2025, the contractor recorded a lien for $7,500 against the property. Applicant was advised regarding lien timelines, including the option to file a notice of contest to shorten enforcement. He seeks pro bono assistance to contest the lien and protect his property, given his advanced age and limited means.
  2.  Matter #2 - Please note this is a limited scope engagement where the client needs advice and counseling only.  You can signed up to take this matter through Paladin<https://app.joinpaladin.com/!/funding-florida-legal-aid/opportunities/client-seeks-advice-on-remedies-under-florida-cons?utm_source=social&utm_medium=detail-share-link&utm_content=private>.  However, please let Pam, Hardy, and I know if you decide to do so.
     *   Central Florida small business hired for a leather furnishings project in a Sunny Isles condo. The design company that contracted the work is behind on payments, has ignored change orders while insisting the work continue, and underpaid on the last installment. Client seeks advice on remedies under Florida construction lien law.

Thank you,

Brett

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