CABA Pro Bono - Miami, FL

Dedicated Pro Bono Legal Advocacy in Miami-Dade

Established in 1984 by past presidents of the Cuban American Bar Association, CABA Pro Bono Legal Services is a cornerstone nonprofit legal organization committed to securing equal access to justice. Operating from Coconut Grove, this community-focused organization provides free, direct civil legal assistance to indigent individuals, children, and families throughout South Florida. For low-income individuals who need a lawyer urgently to escape an abusive environment or protect their parental rights, the organization provides compassionate guidance and skilled courtroom advocacy.

Human Trafficking Defense and Domestic Violence Injunctions

Victims of labor and sex trafficking face daunting legal hurdles that intersect multiple areas of law. CABA Pro Bono stands as a pioneer in human trafficking victim representation, collaborating closely with local task forces and law enforcement to provide holistic legal protection. The organization's attorneys represent survivors in emergency domestic violence injunction hearings, secure restraining orders, and help survivors achieve long-term safety. When victims of violence seek to find a lawyer who will defend their civil liberties without financial barrier, the staff attorneys provide dedicated, trauma-informed representation in family and dependency courts.

Children Legal Representation and Custody Advocacy

Every child deserves a secure and stable future. Through its renowned Mi Futuro program and children's legal representation initiatives, CABA Pro Bono protects vulnerable youth who have suffered neglect, abandonment, or abuse. The organization represents children in complex proceedings involving child custody determinations, legal guardianship, child support enforcement, and contested adoption petitions. By standing as fierce advocates for minors in family courts, the legal team ensures that the best interests of each child remain paramount throughout every judicial phase.

Humanitarian Family Immigration and Deportation Defense

Immigration status often determines whether a family can remain united and safe. CABA Pro Bono assists eligible immigrants with humanitarian relief, focusing particularly on unaccompanied minors and trafficking victims. The team assists clients with petitions for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U-visas for crime victims, T-visas for trafficking survivors, and Violence Against Women Act petitions. Additionally, volunteer and staff attorneys assist eligible residents navigating deportation defense and advancing toward lawful citizenship, delivering vital representation to individuals who cannot afford private legal counsel.

Tenant Eviction Prevention and Housing Defense

Housing stability is fundamental to community safety and family welfare. Under its landlord-tenant and foreclosure defense projects, the organization defends low-income tenants facing unlawful residential real estate evictions and deceptive predatory actions. Staff attorneys help individuals challenge improper notices, enforce tenant rights under Florida law, and represent homeowners facing mortgage foreclosure. Families who must retain an attorney for housing preservation receive essential advocacy to maintain a roof over their heads.

Neurodivergent Advocacy and Community Empowerment

The Neurodivergent Legal Assistance Program addresses the unique transition that occurs when neurodivergent youth reach the age of eighteen. Parents frequently discover that they no longer possess legal authority to manage healthcare, educational, and financial decisions for their adult children. CABA Pro Bono guides families through guardian advocacy proceedings and power of attorney arrangements, safeguarding vulnerable young adults. Eligible residents seeking legal aid are encouraged to schedule a consultation or complete an intake evaluation at the Miami office to obtain trusted legal representation.