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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.

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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



Young America’s Foundation v. University of Minnesota

Young America’s Foundation v. University of Minnesota

Young America's Foundation challenges University of Minnesota policies that silence students who believe in biological sex and reject radical gender ideology.
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Request for Title IX Investigation: Upper Perkiomen School District, Pennsylvania

Request for Title IX Investigation: Upper Perkiomen School District

Henderson v. Springfield Public Schools

Henderson v. Springfield Public Schools

Wachter v. New York State Education Department

Wachter et al. v. Letitia James and New York State Education Department

Request for Investigation: Russia Hoax Documents

SLF Demands Investigation into Concealment of Russia-Hoax Documents
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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



American Family News: This is not going away: Legal fight over boys in girls’ bathrooms continues

American Family News: This is not going away: Legal fight over boys in girls’ bathrooms continues

American Family News reports on SLF's recent Title IX complaint against a school district refusing to protect the privacy rights of a special needs student by allowing boys into the girls' bathroom.
Daily Signal: ‘WE LIVE IN FEAR’: Students sue Minnesota university over ‘sexual harassment’ policy compelling obedience to transgender ideology

Daily Signal: ‘WE LIVE IN FEAR’: Students sue Minnesota university over ‘sexual harassment’ policy compelling obedience to transgender ideology

Daily Signal covers SLF's free speech lawsuit against the University of Minnesota over policies that compel students to conform to woke gender ideology.
Center Square: Free speech lawsuit targets University of Minnesota gender policies

Center Square: Free speech lawsuit targets University of Minnesota gender policies

SLF President Kim Hermann and Young America's Foundation member Jackson Barrick appear on The Center Square after filing a lawsuit against the University of Minnesota over its woke gender policies that stifle free speech.
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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



Southeastern Legal Foundation releases statement on Department of Ed’s call to action for American universities

Southeastern Legal Foundation releases statement on Department of Ed’s call to action for American universities

SLF releases a statement after the Department of Education calls on university presidents to reaffirm colleges as places of excellence.
Southeastern Legal Foundation files amicus brief defending family farm against U.S. Department of Labor’s massive overreach with ruinous fines

Southeastern Legal Foundation files amicus brief defending family farm against U.S. Department of Labor’s massive overreach with ruinous fines

SLF files an amicus brief on behalf of the National Council of Agricultural Employees and over a dozen national and state agricultural associations to help combat a massive power grab by the U.S. Department of Labor against America’s farms.
Southeastern Legal Foundation files Title IX complaint against Pennsylvania school district for allowing biological male to use female restroom

Southeastern Legal Foundation files Title IX complaint against Pennsylvania school district for allowing biological male to use female restroom

On behalf of brave mother, SLF files a Title IX complaint with the Department of Education against a Pennsylvania school district for allowing biological boys to use the girls' bathroom.
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