Your Voice Matters

    As an attorney, you know what’s happening in the legal profession better than anyone else. You live it every day. You are the perfect spokesperson to help explain the complex nature of legal policy. At the same time, elected officials are most interested in hearing from their own constituents. You are who they were elected to represent.

    As a subject-matter expert and a valued constituent, elected officials need – and in fact, count on – your opinions to make effective legislative decisions. Below we have developed a series of tools to allow you to connect directly with your elected officials and tutorials to help you make the most out of your interactions.

    Does Grassroots Advocacy Work?

    Recent advancements in digital outreach have made grassroots communication a cornerstone of any Elected Official's day. But, does it work? (Hint: More than you think) Let's take a look at the metrics and see what the actual congressional offices have to say.

    Learn - More

    ABA Issue Overviews

    Get to Know the Issues

    The ABA works with the legislative and executive branches regularly to progress policy affecting the legal profession. See where issues stand, which issues are moving, and which issues need your input.

    View - Issues

    How You Can Make An Impact

    Represent the legal profession in under 5 minutes.

    Legislative Glossary

    Get to know the terms your elected officials use everyday so you can clearly get your message across. Learn to talk the talk so you can walk the walk.

    Legislative - Glossary

    Capitol Hill Staff: Who You Need to Know

    Elected officials are extremely busy; there is no way for them to know every issue. That is why they hire staff members they can trust to act in their place. Learn the makeup of congressional offices so you are talking to the right person at the right time.