About Us

The First Amendment Lawyers Association (FALA) is a non-profit, nation-wide association of hundreds of attorneys devoted to the protection of Free Expression under the First Amendment, who represent businesses and individuals engaged in constitutionally protected activities. Formed in the mid-1960s, FALA’s members practice throughout the United States, Canada, and elsewhere in defense of the First Amendment and free speech and, by doing so, advocate against all forms of governmental censorship. FALA often appears amicus curiae in the Supreme Court and other appellate courts in cases in which First Amendment issues are at stake, and its members have been involved in many of the landmark cases that helped define and strengthen protections for freedom of expression.

Our members are dedicated to the defense of the First Amendment and free speech. We are organized as an Illinois not-for-profit corporation, are a recognized 501(c)(6) tax exempt entity, and advocate for the rights of businesses and individuals engaged in constitutionally protected activities.

Board of Directors

The First Amendment Lawyers Association is governed by a board of directors, elected by the membership.

National Officers