Events Supporting NFCJ

The NFCJ provides critical funds to help NACDL meet its mission. To help raise these funds, NFCJ holds various fundraising events throughout the year.  Below is a listing of currently planned events, and links to past events which include listings of our very generous sponsors. To them, and all who support the NFCJ, we are grateful.

RECENT FUNDRAISING EVENTS

MAY 2022 - A Night Under the Stars, Chicago, Illinois. 

On Monday, May 16, 2022, NACDL and the Illinois Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (IACDL) hosted "A Night Under the Stars", a benefit supporting the NACDL Foundation for Criminal Justice.  It was an evening of entertainment, open bar, food and fun while we celebrated heroes of the Defense Bar including Steve Drizin, Thomas Sullivan and Jenner & Block.

Held at the beautiful home of Leonard Goodman in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, the evening included a special performance by the Exoneree Band.  Visit nfcj.org/Chicago to learn more! 

 

February 2022 - Stronger Together, a joint fundraiser in Austin, TX.

On February 25, 2022, The NACDL Foundation for Criminal Justice (NFCJ) and the  Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Institute (TCDLEI) were pleased to join forces for an evening of fun, camaraderie, and entertainment while raising money for these two organizations.  To learn more about this event, and enjoy pictures from the evening, visit nfcn.org/tcdla. 

 

FALL 2021 - The NFCJ Gala returned LIVE and IN-PERSON with a special virtual twist.

 

On October 7, 2021, the NACDL Foundation for Criminal Justice held its annual gala in Washington, DC. at the National Building Museum.  The event was a huge success, and we are thankful to all who provided support. To learn more, visit here for more information. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FALL 2020 Something New - the NFCJ went VIRTUAL!

On September 17th, 2020, Constitution Day, the NACDL Foundation for Criminal Justice held a virtual gala. The Justice for All, Justice NOW gala raised funds to help NACDL address inequity within the criminal justice system.

To learn more about the evening, our sponsors, honorees, view video's from the event, and to see photos from the photo book, vising the gala page here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Picture of Nina Ginsburg and Justin Brooks

February 14, 2020 - San Diego, CA

In February of 2020, the NFCJ hosted a reception honoring Justin Brooks at the beach side home of Juanita Brooks and Michael Pancer. Learn more and view pictures from the event.

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RECENTLY ADDED & UPCOMING

  1. The Champion
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    March/April 2025

    What are the evidentiary implications of field sobriety tests in marijuana cases? Does the odor of marijuana give officers probable cause to search a vehicle?

  2. Amicus Brief
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    Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP v. Executive Office of the President

    Brief of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and New York Council of Defense Lawyers as Amici Curiae in Support of Plaintiff’s Motion for Summary Judgment.

  3. News Release

    Nation’s Defense Bar Reiterates Opposition to Actions Against Law Firms – Washington, DC (March 18, 2025)

    The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) remains deeply concerned over recent executive orders targeting law firms, most recently Paul Weiss and Perkins Coie, and repeats its call to uphold the right to counsel and the independence of the legal profession. Despite a ruling blocking the action against Perkins Coie, the administration has continued to target law firms representing disfavored clients and positions, threatening the right to a zealous defense.

  4. Live Event
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    2025 Forensic Science & Technology Seminar

    "Making Sense of Science: Forensic Science, Technology & the Law"

    LOCATION: Sahara Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV
    DATES: April 24-26, 2025

  5. Trials, Technology, and the Fourth Amendment: Case Law Review [Engage & Exchange]

    EXCLUSIVE NACDL MEMBER BENEFIT
    WHEN:
    Tuesday, April 29, 2:00-3:30pm ET / 11:00am-12:30pm PT
    CLE CREDIT: not available
    COST: Free

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