National Legal Aid & Defender Association

National Legal Aid & Defender Association Advancing Civil and Criminal Justice since 1911

Our first "Rethinking Justice" webinar is taking place next Wednesday, September 2 at 3 p.m. ET! Join MGH Center for Law...
08/26/2026

Our first "Rethinking Justice" webinar is taking place next Wednesday, September 2 at 3 p.m. ET! Join MGH Center for Law, Brain & Behavior and NLADA for a discussion on juvenile and young adult justice that aims to support legal-decision makers in aligning legal practice with current research about brain development and capacity for change.

Register today: https://bit.pulse.ly/4xif4npvao

With less than two weeks until Early Bird Registration closes, there's no better time than today to secure your spot at ...
08/24/2026

With less than two weeks until Early Bird Registration closes, there's no better time than today to secure your spot at ! Take a look at this year's pre-conferences, (featuring Management Information Exchange, Missouri State Public Defender, and Frontline Justice), then visit our website to access registration details, hotel block information, preliminary session titles, and more.

Register to join us November 4-7 in St. Louis: https://bit.pulse.ly/ianjpebepz

🌟 INTRODUCING OUR KUTAK DODDS PRIZE RECIPIENTS 🌟We are proud to announce that Bay Area Legal Aid's Ariella Hyman and Def...
08/21/2026

🌟 INTRODUCING OUR KUTAK DODDS PRIZE RECIPIENTS 🌟

We are proud to announce that Bay Area Legal Aid's Ariella Hyman and Defender Association of Philadelphia's Paula Sen and Michael Mellon are this year's recipients of the Kutak Dodds Prizes! They will be recognized for their contributions to equal justice at this year's Exemplar Awards Gala, taking place on September 24 in Washington, D.C.

From representing hundreds of domestic violence survivors and leading policy advocacy throughout the Bay Area to advancing police accountability and strengthening representation for public defense clients in Philadelphia, our recipients have made an impact worthy of recognition! To learn more about Ariella, Paula, and Michael, visit https://nlada.pulse.ly/cdne109imz

NEW WEBINAR SERIES: Rethinking Justice Through the Lens of Brain ScienceWhat if some of the justice system's most common...
08/19/2026

NEW WEBINAR SERIES: Rethinking Justice Through the Lens of Brain Science

What if some of the justice system's most common assumptions about behavior, memory, addiction, and decision-making are wrong?

In collaboration with MGH Center for Law, Brain & Behavior, this free four-part webinar series explores how neuroscience and behavioral science are reshaping our understanding of human behavior and what that means for legal advocacy, client-centered practice, and justice system reform.

Join us for an ongoing series that will offer actionable insights to help build a fairer, more effective, and more humane justice system. Register today: https://bit.pulse.ly/ycfpzpjass

This week at NLADA is jam-packed with events geared toward building community, expanding knowledge, and ensuring that al...
08/18/2026

This week at NLADA is jam-packed with events geared toward building community, expanding knowledge, and ensuring that all members of the equal justice community feel supported and valued. Here's a list of this week's events:

On Thursday, 8/20 at 1 pm ET, chief public defenders, deputy chiefs, and emerging senior leaders in public defense can join ACCD for an eye-opening discussion on Self Care for Sustained Leadership! In this Hour of Power session, we're navigating how to protect your energy, remain present, and lead with clarity in a role that demands so much of each defender. More info: https://nlada.pulse.ly/mkfrd1xmm7

On Thursday, 8/20 at 1:30 pm ET, NASAMS is continuing their Third Thursday Trainings with another enlightening session on criminal justice brought to you by a senior leader in the field. Register today: https://nlada.pulse.ly/nfmaif5jlh

On Friday, 8/21 at 3 pm ET, join NLADA for our Funding Landscape Discussion! This monthly drop-in discussion creates space for advocates to discuss changes to federal funding, implications for state and local funding, private philanthropy opportunities, coalition building and more. Register today: https://nlada.pulse.ly/kqrakgrtgg

Join us on Thursday, September 24, in Washington, D.C., for NLADA's annual Exemplar Awards Gala! Purchase your tickets t...
08/14/2026

Join us on Thursday, September 24, in Washington, D.C., for NLADA's annual Exemplar Awards Gala! Purchase your tickets today and be a part of an inspiring evening of celebration, networking, and shared commitment to expanding access to justice.

Register for Gala today: https://bit.pulse.ly/bkxjcc6lvq

08/12/2026

Need a place to stay during the NLADA Annual Conference in November? Consider staying in our room block at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton! Reserve your spot by October 12 to enjoy a discounted rate on-site for the Conference.

For more info, visit https://bit.pulse.ly/ipdey55sdi

Are you a chief public defender, deputy chief, or emerging senior leader within your local public defense organization? ...
08/11/2026

Are you a chief public defender, deputy chief, or emerging senior leader within your local public defense organization? Join ACCD next Thursday at 1 p.m. ET for an ongoing virtual learning experience that delivers practical tools, candid dialogue, and strategic insight.

Next week's session discusses Self-Care for Sustained Leadership, providing tools to help you learn how to protect your energy, remain present, and lead with clarity in a role that demands so much of each defender. Brought to you by leaders from Neighborhood Defender Service, Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, and NYC Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, this month's Hour of Power is guaranteed to be eye-opening, fruitful, and restorative.

Register via our website: https://nlada.pulse.ly/ostluy82rs

Think meditation isn't for you? You're not alone. Many people assume mindfulness means clearing your mind, stopping your...
08/06/2026

Think meditation isn't for you? You're not alone. Many people assume mindfulness means clearing your mind, stopping your thoughts, or sitting perfectly still—and that's exactly why so many give up before they begin.

Join us tomorrow at 3 p.m. ET for a conversation on what mindfulness actually is (and what it isn't) — to dispel common misconceptions and discover practical ways to incorporate it into everyday activities.

Register today: https://nlada.pulse.ly/kx20wzh5lq

08/04/2026

Early bird rates for the NLADA Annual Conference in St. Louis are now available! Join us November 4-7 for a pivotal, restorative, and eye-opening conference that brings together public defenders, civil legal aid providers, client and community advocates, and more.

Register today: https://bit.pulse.ly/dmlbx6wjos

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