Use your litigation experience to defend democracy and constitutional rights—now.

At a time when many law firms are being pressured to stay silent, experienced attorneys outside the traditional system have a unique opportunity to lead.

Through the Pro Bono Litigation Corps, Lawyers for Good Government is recruiting retired, former government, solo/small firm, or unaffiliated attorneys to serve as primary or co-counsel in urgent constitutional and civil rights litigation. If you’re ready to put your experience to work, we’ll give you the tools and support to succeed.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking litigators who are:

  • Retired from law firms or federal agencies

  • Former DOJ or government attorneys seeking re-engagement

  • Solo or small firm practitioners 

  • Attorneys between positions

  • Recently resigned due to concerns about the political climate

You do not need your own malpractice insurance or firm infrastructure—we provide it.

What We Provide

We’ve removed the barriers that normally prevent unaffiliated attorneys from taking on high-impact cases. As a volunteer in the Pro Bono Litigation Corps, you’ll receive:

  • ✅ Legal Malpractice Insurance

  • ✅ Secure Docketing & Communications Tools

  • ✅ Paralegal & Administrative Support

  • ✅ Supervision and Case Strategy Assistance

  • ✅ Training and Ongoing Guidance

Whether you have extensive impact litigation experience or need a refresher—we’ve got you.

Volunteer Roles Available

You can contribute in a variety of ways:

  • Serve as primary or co-counsel in active litigation

  • Offer limited-scope representation or amicus brief support

  • Provide subject matter expertise or mentoring to others

  • Support litigation teams on an as-needed consultation basis

We match attorneys with cases based on your availability, interest areas, and experience.

Legal Focus Areas

  • Attacks on voting rights, judicial independence, and executive overreach

  • Challenges to abortion bans, public health rollbacks, and anti-immigrant actions

  • Defense of climate funding, environmental justice, and civil rights enforcement

Ready to Join the Corps?

📝 Register as a Volunteer Attorney Today
 → Volunteer Sign-Up Form

📩 Have questions?
 Reach out to our team at probono@lawyersforgoodgovernment.org