Free speech
When the state moves to silence you, we make sure it’s forced to answer for it.
Congress shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
How we fight it.
- Protest & expression
- We represent individuals, organizations, and speakers facing criminal charges, civil liability, or institutional retaliation for constitutionally protected expression. Whether you were arrested at a protest, threatened with dismissal for your speech, or silenced by a government body without legal authority, we bring the full weight of First Amendment law to your defense. We don’t back down from cases just because the political climate makes them uncomfortable.
- Constitutional strategy
- First Amendment cases require more than familiarity with the law — they demand a sophisticated understanding of doctrine, standing, and the tactical landscape. We analyze the current state of constitutional protection for your specific type of expression, identify the strongest legal theories, and build arguments designed to withstand intense judicial scrutiny. We navigate the evolving limits of government power with precision and clarity.
- Full-scale representation
- From injunctions to appeals, we represent clients across every stage of the litigation. We pursue every available remedy — temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, declaratory relief, damages — and don’t let cases stall or die in procedural limbo. We stay aggressive and engaged throughout, keeping clients informed and in the fight from the first filing to the final ruling.
Why it works.
- First Amendment experience
- Proven record handling speech, protest, and academic freedom cases in federal court.
- Constitutional clarity
- Deep understanding of doctrine, policy shifts, and the current legal landscape.
- Tailored legal strategy
- Creative, client-specific approaches grounded in the facts, political realities, and goals of each case.
- Serious case preparation
- Rigorous investigation and fact development designed to stand up in court.
- Clear, consistent communication
- Regular updates and honest guidance throughout every phase of your case.
- Results that carry weight
- We pursue outcomes that not only protect your rights, but those of our movements.
Other fights we take on.
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Tell us what you are up against, and we will tell you plainly whether and how we can help.