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Ever since its inception, over 56 years ago, Lee County Legal Aid Society, Inc. has been know for its good work in obtaining legal justice focused on the children of divorce. Now, change is in the air. Change that has grown the agency in brandnew directions that serve those in need of legal help, while continuing its timehonored traditions.

As Legal Director for Lee County Legal Aid Society, Blair DeMinico (left) wears many hats. Her week is filled with management duties as well as clients, and includes weekly Self Help Zoom clinics the office runs for the Lee Clerk of Court, which places attorneys donating pro bono legal advice before about 500 people every year, while law students observe and perform brief research.

Eunice Gedeon Linot (center) has transitioned her law practice from Family Law to Immigration Legal Services for the indigent, with a focus on special immigrant juvenile status for children aging out of foster care, creating a pathway to permanent residence status. “I have always been passionate about immigration since I am an immigrant myself who immigrated from Haiti at the age of 5. I am passionate about providing competent legal representation to immigrants who could not otherwise afford an attorney.”

With quiet efficiency, Ashley Faraone gives her clients confidence that the best legal representation is on their side and free of charge. She is always looking out for what is best for the children involved and enjoys committing her time to those who need help most in our community.

We are proud to promote our “Ladies in Law” who give so much of themselves every day, for others.

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Lee Clerk of Court Self Help Center Zoom

By Lauren Baugh