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mvaC: ServinGthoSeWhoServed— andWelCominGalltoJoin
Military & Veterans Affairs Committee Co-Chairs: SteveCollins – UnitedStatesAirForce & AmandaAllen – BayAreaLegalServices
mvaCkicksoff2025 – 2026 witheventssupporting veterans, legaleducation, andcommunity engagementintampabay.
The Military and Veterans Affairs Committee( MVAC) is proud to kick off the 2025 – 2026 bar year with a renewed commitment to service, education, and community. We have an exciting lineup of events planned that will support both our local veteran population and the military legal community throughout Tampa Bay.
Who We Are Not familiar with MVAC?
You’ re in the right place. MVAC is a welcoming, all-inclusive committee of the Hillsborough County Bar Association( HCBA). You do not need to be a veteran or servicemember to join. Our members include both civilians and former military personnel— attorneys from a wide range of backgrounds and practice areas—
united by a shared goal: using our legal skills to support those who have served our country.
Whether you’ re interested in giving back, learning more about veterans’ legal needs, or connecting with colleagues who share your interest in military and veterans’ affairs, MVAC has a place for you.
What We Do MVAC will continue its robust volunteer efforts this year, including:
• Veterans“ Stand Down” Events: We provide legal guidance to homeless, disadvantaged, and disabled veterans at these impactful community outreach events. The difference these moments make— for both the veteran and the attorney— is truly meaningful.
• Veterans Legal Assistance Registry( VLAR): We are
very proud to organize Florida’ s first-of-its-kind registry connecting veterans with attorneys offering reduced-fee or pro bono legal services. Visit the HCBA website under the tab labeled“ For The Public” or head to http:// tinyurl. com / veteranslegalregistry to explore the registry. Want to join the list? Contact Steve or Amanda to get started. Stay tuned, because one of our big projects this year is to grow the program and improve its efficacy in assisting veterans and active duty military personnel with their legal issues.
• Veterans Treatment Court Support: MVAC proudly supports the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit’ s nationally recognized
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