Why Support

Your Financial Support is Needed! 

Supporting a criminal defense attorney association that prioritizes continuing legal education and criminal justice reform advocacy is not just an act of generosity; it is an investment in the future of the legal profession and the justice system as a whole. Here is why criminal defense lawyers should consider donating to PACDL or to the PACDL Foundation for Justice:

1. Strengthening Legal Skills: Donations contribute to the development and accessibility of high-quality legal education programs. These programs empower criminal defense attorneys with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their practice, ultimately benefiting their clients.

2. Keeping Current with the Law: The legal landscape is constantly evolving. Donations help fund initiatives that keep defense attorneys up-to-date with the latest legal developments, ensuring that they can provide the best possible representation for their clients.

3. Advocating for Justice Reform: Donations enable PACDL to advocate for meaningful changes in the criminal justice system. These efforts can lead to more equitable and fair legal processes for all individuals regardless of their background.

4. Protecting Individual Constitutional Rights: Supporting criminal justice reform advocacy initiatives helps protect the constitutional rights of individuals. Donations contribute to efforts aimed at safeguarding the rights of the accused and ensuring due process.

5. Amplifying Your Voice: A strong association with a well-funded advocacy arm can be more effective in influencing legislation and policy changes. Donations give you a collective voice that can resonate more powerfully with lawmakers and the public.

6. Creating Resources: Your contributions can go toward the creation of educational materials, resources, and tools that assist defense attorneys in their daily practice, ultimately benefiting their clients.

7. Shaping the Future: By donating, you invest in the future of criminal defense law. your support helps train and empower the next generation of defense attorneys ensuring that they continue to advocate for justice and reform.

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Foundation for Justice.  Guided by an all-volunteer board of directors, the Foundation was incorporated in 2017 and seeks opportunities to advance policy changes to ensure a fair and balanced criminal justice system -- where equality before the law and liberty equally applicable to all individuals take the front seat.  Complementing its policy advocacy, the Foundation intends to be a respected research contributor by providing a balanced perspective to the well-publicized and embedded advocates of law enforcement.  This is your opportunity to invest in our initial funding round. 

Help us restore a balanced, common sense perspective to criminal justice administration and help defense attorneys effectively represent the accused and ensure that client constitutionally guaranteed rights are protected. Give today by clicking on this link.  Your charitable donation will be a contribution to the Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, and may be tax deductible.  Please check with your tax advisor. 

The Foundation is registered with the Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Charitable Organizations (Reg. No.113347).  This solicitation is limited to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and does not apply in states where registration is required.