Family Law Assistance at Reduced Expense (FLARE)

FLARE is a program that provides moderate-income families with legal help at a reduced expense in Duval, Clay, and Nassau Counties. Think, “Low-Bono” or “Reduced Fee Services.”, FLARE is designed to meet the needs of those individuals who may not qualify for traditional pro bono services, but also cannot afford standard hourly rates and retainers.

What types of cases qualify for FLARE?

Dissolution of Marriage, Paternity, and Supplemental actions to modify a Final Judgment currently qualify through the FLARE program. Note: At this time matters involving Domestic Violence, Adoption, Temporary Relative Custody, Department of Revenue, and Motions for Contempt/Enforcement do not qualify.

How can I apply for FLARE?

An online application along with a one-time, non-refundable application fee in the amount of $40.00 is required. The application requires proof of income to determine if you financially qualify for the FLARE program. Note: Payment and submission of the application neither guarantees qualification through the FLARE program nor that you will receive an attorney.

To Apply, please click on the button below to access the online FLARE Client Application

FLARE Client Application

Are there additional fees?

Once your application is reviewed and it’s determined you qualify for the FLARE program, you will then deposit a retainer for the service you’re interested in.

Presently, the services available and the costs are:

A One-Time, One-Hour Consultation – $85.00 Flat Fee
Document Preparation without Representation – $280.00 Flat Fee
A Limited Court/Mediation Appearance – $600.00 Flat Fee
Full Representation – $1200.00 retainer plus additional ongoing monthly deposits.

If you have additional questions, please contact us at flare@jaxlegalaid.org or call 904-356-8371, ext. 319

***NEW RATES GO INTO EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2025. RATES ARE LISTED BELOW***

FLARE FLAT FEE MATTERS
(Effective January 1, 2025)

FLARE SERVICE	FEE
Legal Consultation (One-Hour)	$85.00
Hearing or Mediation Preparation Service (Attorney consults with client and prepares him/her for their previously set hearing or mediation. Includes review of client disclosures and documents). Case number for attorney required.	$200.00
Document Preparation (for initial or responsive pleadings, supplemental petitions, and motions for contempt/enforcement)	$280.00
Limited Appearance at Mediation (One-Time Appearance at a previously set Mediation). Case number for attorney required.	$600.00

FLARE FULL REPRESENTATION FEE MATTERS
(Effective January 1, 2025)

SLIDING SCALE	INITIAL RETAINER	ONGOING MONTHLY DEPOSITS
Household Income within 0% – 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines	$1200.00 (held by the FLARE Program and billed against by the Attorney) Attorney will bill at $100.00 per hour	$200.00
Household Income within 201% – 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines	$1250.00 (held by the FLARE Program and billed against by the Attorney) Attorney will bill at $125.00 per hour	$250.00
Household Income within 301% – 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines	$1300.00 (held by the FLARE Program and billed against by the Attorney) Attorney will bill at $150.00 per hour	$300.00

SLIDING SCALE

INITIAL RETAINER

ONGOING MONTHLY DEPOSITS

Household Income within 0% – 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines

$1200.00 (held by the FLARE Program and billed against by the Attorney)

Attorney will bill at $100.00 per hour

$200.00

Household Income within 201% – 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines

$1250.00 (held by the FLARE Program and billed against by the Attorney)

Attorney will bill at $125.00 per hour

$250.00

Household Income within 301% – 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines

$1300.00 (held by the FLARE Program and billed against by the Attorney)

Attorney will bill at $150.00 per hour

$300.00