Mission
Because the quality of justice in America should not depend on how much money a person has, NLADA leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity for all by promoting excellence in the delivery of legal services for people who cannot afford counsel.

Work
Effective local advocacy requires a strong national advocate. NLADA is America’s oldest and largest nonprofit association devoted to excellence in the delivery of legal services to those who cannot afford counsel. They provide advocacy, guidance, information, training, and technical assistance for members of the equal justice community, especially those working in public defense and civil legal aid. For more than a century, they have connected and supported people across the country committed to justice for all.

Values

- Diversity
- Engagement
- Equality
- Excellence
- Fairness
- Human Dignity
- Inclusion
- Opportunity
- Responsiveness
- Self-determination