Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida Inc. (CLSMF), a civil legal aid firm servicing 12 counties in Florida, announces Jeffrey D. Harvey, Esq. as Chief Executive Officer.

CLSMF Board President, Kevin Ross-Andino stated, "After a national search with many qualified candidates, Jeff Harvey was the search committee's selection for our new CEO. I could not be more pleased and know that the firm is in great hands during these challenging days and beyond."

Harvey said, "It is an honor and a privilege to have this opportunity to represent and lead such a dedicated and caring team. I believe in the organization's mission. These are important services that are needed in this community and I am honored to be the firm's new CEO. What we do makes a difference in the lives of our community members. I look forward to strengthening our operations in order to serve the growing need. There is no problem or challenge we cannot overcome if we work on it together."

About Jeff

A legal professional and military veteran, Jeff Harvey has worked in the legal service field for nearly a decade. He was most recently serving as the Chief Program Officer of Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, responsible for all client services and implementation of projects that support the board's strategic plan within the firm. Jeff has spent 10 years on active duty with the 101st Airborne Division and has served for the last 10 years in the Florida Army National Guard, currently serving as a Battalion Commander. During his service he has had four deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq and has served the State of Florida in response to Hurricanes Irma, Michael, and Dorian. His unit has also been actively involved in the State's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.