Justice Connection Pro Bono Legal Network
DOJ and FBI employees who dedicated their lives to public service deserve legal support when they fall victim to this administration’s senseless attacks. But finding a qualified attorney in this environment can be difficult, and the cost can be prohibitive. That’s why we formed the Justice Connection Legal Network.
Network volunteer attorneys are now trained in how to navigate the FBI’s unique and complicated disciplinary process, so Bureau personnel can receive the specialized representation they need.
This is the first-of-its-kind network providing complete pro bono representation to federal employees. Built by and for the Justice Department community, it harnesses DOJ alumni attorneys’ skills and resources to meaningfully support their former colleagues, at a time they need it most.
Watch our video about the Justice Connection Legal Network, featuring federal sector legal specialists at the DC Law Collective who mentor our attorney volunteers:
How It Works
The Legal Network, staffed by trained attorney volunteers from our alumni network, represents employees facing a range of challenges, including adverse employment actions taken by the current administration, as well as criminal, congressional, and other investigations related to their work with the Department.
Attorney volunteers in the Legal Network who represent employees in employment-related matters completed comprehensive training in federal sector employment law from leaders in the field, and receive ongoing support from seasoned practitioners. Volunteers who represent employees in investigations are experts in this area of law.
Access Support & Join Our Network
If you’re a current or recent DOJ employee seeking legal support related to actions taken by the current administration, email us from your personal account at intake@thejusticeconnection.org to be connected with one of our attorney volunteers. If you are an FBI employee and prefer to not contact us via our own domain, you may also write to us at protectandassist@protonmail.com. Please do not include any classified or national defense information, or anything you hope to be privileged.
If you’re a DOJ alum interested in joining the Legal Network as an attorney volunteer, thank you; your help is needed and will make a difference to your former colleagues. Please contact us at alumni@thejusticeconnection.org. You need to be an active member of a state bar. Justice Connection purchased an umbrella malpractice insurance plan so you don’t need to have your own.
