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Who We Are



Southeastern Legal Foundation is a national, nonprofit legal organization dedicated to defending liberty and Rebuilding the American Republic®. Founded in 1976, SLF has made it its mission to protect the American people from government overreach, challenge government policies when they violate the Constitution, and restore constitutional balance in our system of government.

SLF not only holds government officials accountable to the Constitution, but also equips Americans with the tools they need to fight for their constitutional rights. For nearly 50 years, SLF has proudly defended your constitutional rights both in and out of the courtroom.

Our Key Issues



Reclaiming Civil Liberties

Civil liberties have been hijacked to advance group identity and equity – SLF ensures equal protection and opportunity.

Protecting Free Speech

First Amendment free speech rights of families, organizations, and individuals are under assault – SLF stands with them in court.

Restoring Constitutional Balance

Our U.S. Constitution is designed to limit government power – SLF goes to court to combat unconstitutional control over our lives.

Securing Property Rights

Property is a top target of government regulation, covering more than land alone – SLF leads the fight to protect this basic liberty.

Highlighted Cases



SLF Demands Investigation into Concealment of Russia-Hoax Documents

SLF Demands Investigation into Concealment of Russia-Hoax Documents

SLF submits formal request to the U.S. Office of Special Counsel demanding that it investigate intelligence community for withholding and concealing documents from the American people regarding the now-infamous “Steele Dossier” by the offices of James Comey, John Brennan, and James Clapper.
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SLF Public Comment: EPA Endangerment Finding

SLF Public Comment: Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding

SLF v. ODNI

Southeastern Legal Foundation v. Office of the Director of National Intelligence

Leadership Institute v. University of New Mexico

Leadership Institute, et al. v. University of New Mexico

Stovall v. Jefferson County Public Schools

Stovall v. Jefferson County Board of Education
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wins before the United States Supreme Court.

SLF has an 80% win rate before the nation’s highest court. Learn about our history.

“Since we started SLF in 1976, it’s been an honor to be associated with Supreme Court wins and the national impact of SLF’s work. SLF is making a difference for our constitutional Republic.”

Hon. Edwin Meese III
U.S. Attorney General, Reagan Administration

Our Latest News



John Solomon Reports: SLF demands investigation into concealment of Russia collusion docs and discusses future of free speech

John Solomon Reports: SLF demands investigation into concealment of Russia collusion docs and discusses future of free speech

SLF joins John Solomon Reports to discuss its letter urging the U.S. Office of Special Counsel to investigate the intelligence community for fraud and lends its thoughts on the future of free speech in America.
Just the News: Legal watchdog asks U.S. whistleblower agency to probe hiding evidence on infamous Steele Dossier

Just the News: Legal watchdog asks U.S. whistleblower agency to probe hiding evidence on infamous Steele Dossier

Just the News reports on SLF's request to the U.S. Office of Special Counsel to investigate the fraudulent concealment of documents related to the Russian collusion hoax from the intelligence community.
One America News: SLF puts schools on notice regarding free speech

One America News: SLF puts schools on notice regarding free speech

SLF appears on One America News to discuss its open letter to America's high schools and universities threatening to take legal action if schools refuse to protect students' First Amendment rights.
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SLF believes that the U.S. Constitution is a complete document, creating limits on government. When the government goes beyond those limits, we hold the government accountable, enforce the Constitution, and Rebuild the American Republic® under the original design laid out by our Founding Fathers.
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Current Updates



SLF calls for US Special Counsel to investigate Comey & DOJ for violating Records Act to conceal Steele Dossier that fed “Russian Hoax” against Trump

SLF calls for US Special Counsel to investigate Comey & DOJ for violating Records Act to conceal Steele Dossier that fed “Russian Hoax” against Trump

SLF formally requests that the United States Office of Special Counsel open an investigation into the intentional and fraudulent concealment of key documents about the now-infamous “Steele Dossier” by the offices of James Comey, John Brennan, and James Clapper.
Southeastern Legal Foundation files brief urging Supreme Court to hear Littlejohn’s gender transition case against school district

Southeastern Legal Foundation files brief urging Supreme Court to hear Littlejohn’s gender transition case against school district

SLF files a Supreme Court amicus brief with other organizations supporting January Littlejohn's fight against school district that secretly transitioned her child's gender.
SLF urges Supreme Court to take up free speech case of Christian baker

SLF urges Supreme Court to take up free speech case of Christian baker

SLF files a Supreme Court amicus brief with dozens of organizations supporting the First Amendment rights a Christian baker who declined to bake a cake celebrating a same-sex wedding and was punished for it by the State of California.
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