Legal Services of North Florida
Angela Rivera-Drewek is a seasoned attorney with experience working in various legal and government positions, including roles at Legal Services of North Florida, the Florida House of Representatives, and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). With a Doctor of Law degree from FSU College of Law, Angela has demonstrated expertise in areas such as tax law, criminal law, and civil litigation. Prior to becoming an attorney, Angela gained experience as a paralegal, law clerk, and legal assistant, showcasing a well-rounded legal background.
Legal Services of North Florida
Legal Services of North Florida (LSNF) is a private non-profit corporation dedicated to providing free legal representation to low income people with civil legal problems. Client eligibility is based on financial income and asset guidelines set by the federal government. Cases are also screened based on a variety of factors including case type. Our service area covers the sixteen counties of north Florida: Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Wakulla, Walton, and Washington Counties. The mission of Legal Services of North Florida is "To provide An Opportunity for Justice for eligible residents through representation conducted efficiently and comparable in quality to that of the private bar, and through other forms of legal assistance designed to provide a full range of civil legal services to those in need." Priority areas of representation include support for families; preserving the home; maintaining economic stability; safety, stability and health; and serving populations with special vulnerabilities. These translate to cases involving Family Law, Housing, Public Benefits, Employment, Education, and Health Care issues.