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New to Lee County?

Have need for an attorney but don't know where to turn?

Please call the Lee County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service at (239) 334-4491.

INTRODUCING YVONNE POKORNY, Lawyer Referral Service Coordinator.

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HOURS:  9 - Noon or 1 -4, Monday through Friday

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An automated message will first explain how Lawyer Referral Service works, then your call will enter a rotation for live response  by our Lawyer Referral Service Coordinator, Yvonne Pokorny. Please stay on the line and your call will be answered in rotation.

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Alternatively, you may send an e-mail to yvonne.pokorny@leebar.org for a callback

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Include your name, best time to call, phone number, and a brief description of the problem or the reason for your call. She will answer your request with an attorney assignment if one is available.

Please be aware that some attorneys offer reduced fees and a waiver of the initial $50 fee for your first half-hour conference, but only if you qualify for the "low fee panel." Qualification for this is quick and convenient, although all attorneys and all practice areas do not offer a "Low Fee" option. Ask Yvonne if you qualify.

The Lee County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service

The Lee County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service handles all lawyer referrals for Lee County.  The LCBA Lawyer Referral Service provides referrals to attorneys who will conduct an initial one-half hour client consultation for a fee of $50.00.  Participating attorneys are required to submit an extensive application to the service and they must be a member in good standing of The Florida Bar with no pending probable cause complaints.  Referral Service attorneys are also required to have professional liability insurance with limits of not less than $100,000.  The LCBA Lawyer Referral Service has also established a Low Fee panel for clients in need.  You may contact The LCBA Lawyer Referral Service at (239) 334-4491. Hours are 9 - Noon and 1-4, Monday through Friday.

Pro Bono (Free) Legal Assistance

Lee County Legal Aid      (239) 334-6118      For family law issues ONLY.

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.    (239) 334-4554 x 119, Ethel Wells   Covering most areas of the law except criminal. Prequalification for pro bono legal assistance must be applied for through FRLS.

To Join the LCBA Lawyer Referral Service

Any Florida Bar member in good standing with no pending probable cause findings by a Florida Bar Grievance Committee who maintain a physical office in Lee County are eligible for membership in the service.  Panel members must carry malpractice (E & O) insurance in the minimum amount of $100,000 and furnish a copy of the insurance policy to the Service upon request.

Click here to download a copy of the LCBA Lawyer Referral Service Application.

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Last modified: 10/04/09