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About

About

“Year in year out EJA is there for us, joined in the fight for equal justice.  We are proud to call them partners.”

Lili Ibara

Deputy Director, Greater Boston Legal Services

Who We Are

EJA Founder Dan Ruben receives Lifetime Achievement Award from his alma mater Pace University School of Law

Equal Justice America is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation established in 1993. EJA has become a national leader in providing opportunities for law students to work with organizations that deliver civil legal services to those most in need. Our efforts expose a new generation of future lawyers to the urgency of pro bono assistance to our most vulnerable citizens. Students at more than 100 law schools now have the opportunity to take part in the Equal Justice America Fellowship Program.

Who We Are

Equal Justice America is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation established in 1993. EJA has become a national leader in providing opportunities for law students to work with organizations that deliver civil legal services to those most in need. Our efforts expose a new generation of future lawyers to the urgency of pro bono assistance to our most vulnerable citizens. Students at more than 100 law schools now have the opportunity to take part in the Equal Justice America Fellowship Program.

EJA Founder Dan Ruben receives Lifetime Achievement Award from his alma mater Pace University School of Law

Support Our Work

We all have a stake in the American justice system. We all benefit when the rights of each individual are treated equally. For over 25 years, EJA has provided thousands of fellowships to law students and lawyers working with legal aid providers throughout the United States. We help people in desperate need of legal assistance, train young attorneys in public service, and support the important work of other non-profit legal organizations. With your help we can continue our efforts to provide equity and fairness for everyone.

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Support Our Work

We all have a stake in the American justice system. We all benefit when the rights of each individual are treated equally. For over 25 years, EJA has provided thousands of fellowships to law students and lawyers working with legal aid providers throughout the United States. We help people in desperate need of legal assistance, train young attorneys in public service, and support the important work of other non-profit legal organizations. With your help we can continue our efforts to provide equity and fairness for everyone.

Donate

Staff

Randy Gilliland

Director of Philanthropy
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Anesa Kajtazovic

Director of Development and Marketing
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Laura McDermott

Administrative & Data Specialist
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Dan Ruben

Founder/Executive Director
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Jackie Tate

Director of Fundraising Operations
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Katie Toman

Office Manager
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Fundraisers

Maggie Clark

Barbara Davis

Sherri Howard

Darla Mills

Ann Silva

Sandra Stanwitz

Board of Directors

  • David Santacroce
    President
    Associate Dean for Experiential Education
    Clinical Professor of Law University of Michigan Law School
  • Stephen Houghton
    Shareholder
    Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Attorneys at Law
  • Sonia Marquez
    Human Resources, Prisoners' Legal Services
  • Lisa Tracy
    U.S. Government Attorney
  • Larry Zabar
    Treasurer
    Vice President, New England Council

Board of Directors

  • David Santacroce
    President
    Associate Dean for Experiential Education
    Clinical Professor of Law University of Michigan Law School
  • Stephen Houghton
    Shareholder
    Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Attorneys at Law
  • Sonia Marquez
    Human Resources, Prisoners' Legal Services
  • Lisa Tracy
    U.S. Government Attorney
  • Larry Zabar
    Treasurer
    Vice President, New England Council

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© 2021 EQUAL JUSTICE AMERICA and the Equal Justice America logo are registered trademarks of Equal Justice America.
Equal Justice America is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, EIN number 13-3708596

This organization supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced.

© 2021 EQUAL JUSTICE AMERICA and the Equal Justice America logo are registered trademarks of Equal Justice America.
Equal Justice America is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, EIN number 13-3708596

This organization supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced.