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… New York School Lies to Mother, Hides So-Called ‘Social Transition’ of Daughter … that Jennifer’s daughter was being bullied because he was meeting regularly with her and other students to discuss … speaking to Jennifer. Jennifer defends her daughter—and ADF defends her rights Finally, after months of school …

… Washington State Treated Churches Worse Than Breweries and Cannabis Retailers … As public officials across the country grappled with how to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, some took their … to set the record—and the law—straight. Thankfully, ADF successfully defended the rights of church and ministry …

… his views on a proposed policy at a public school board meeting. Langhofer has extensive experience in civil litigation and constitutional law. Before joining ADF, Langhofer was a partner with Stinson LLP, where he … Law in 1999, graduating cum laude . Langhofer is admitted to practice in multiple states, the Supreme Court, and …

… violated the First Amendment. Now, despite a federal appeals court victory and a U.S. Supreme Court decision just one year ago ruling that Maine’s similar actions violated the First … to no avail. Defending religious freedom In November 2023, ADF attorneys filed a lawsuit against Vermont officials for …

… President, and General Counsel Kristen Waggoner joined ADF in 2013 As the CEO, president, and general counsel of … and public advocacy. ADF also provides legal resources to nearly 4,000 churches and ministries through its Ministry … courts and tribunals. It has also successfully secured the release of hundreds of imprisoned Christians around the …

… Defending Freedom, where he plays a key role with the ADF Center for Academic Freedom. Since joining ADF in 2006, … rights. In Meriwether v. Hartop , the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit ruled that public universities cannot compel professors to say things they do not believe. In Adams v. Trustees of …

… supervises attorneys and legal staff who specialize in constitutional law, focusing on religious freedom, free … also argued Reed v. Town of Gilbert , securing a 9-0 ruling that prohibits the government from discriminating … v. Preczewski , successfully securing nominal damages to hold government officials liable for constitutional …

… brings nearly two decades of legal and training experience to developing and implementing long-range strategies to grow, … Chandler leads a diverse team that runs many of ADF’s most strategic training and alliance-building programs. … regional office in California, where he defended students, churches, and ministries’ First Amendment freedoms at the …

… How ADF Protected First Amendment Rights During COVID Government officials have a duty to uphold the First Amendment, even during times of crisis … Calvary Chapel before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, and the court  ruled against the …

… Scheme Jefferson County Public Schools secretly tried to force an 11-year-old girl to share a bed with a male who … make informed decisions for their children. Policies that keep parents in the dark should be concerning to everyone. … for D.W. to room with only one other girl. December 2023 : ADF attorneys sent a demand letter on behalf of the Waileses …