Farmworker Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm and statewide legal resource center dedicated to fighting for justice and dignity alongside Michigan’s farmworker community. Specializing in providing free civil legal assistance to low-income farmworkers and their dependents, the organization stands out for its unwavering commitment to ensuring equal access to justice through direct representation, outreach, and advocacy.
As the legal services division of the Michigan Advocacy Program, FLS leverages its nonprofit structure and diverse funding sources—including grants, contracts, and private donations—to serve a vulnerable and often underserved population. The firm focuses exclusively on employment-related legal issues affecting farmworkers, offering tailored support that addresses the unique challenges faced by this community.
Services Offered
- Legal services
- Direct legal representation
- Extensive outreach programs
- Community engagement initiatives
- Client advocacy
- Free civil legal assistance for low-income farmworkers
- Employment-related legal problem resolution
FLS serves farmworkers and their dependents throughout Michigan, providing resources in both English and Spanish. The organization operates as a vital statewide resource, emphasizing education, empowerment, and legal support for agricultural workers facing civil legal challenges.
