“Life Legal Defense Foundation is a fearless defender of the sanctity of human life and the right of pro lifers to participate fully in the public square. It defends freedom of speech of abortion opponents against infringement by government. It funds lawyers to defend the weak and vulnerable threatened with death by dehydration, as in the Terri Schiavo case. It provides continuing legal education for those who wish to advocate in court on behalf of causeof human equality. In an era when many fear being unpopular and heterodox thinking is often marginalized, the LLDF courageously stands for enduring American principles of freedom of expression and the importance of human exceptionalism.”
Wesley J. Smith, Senior Fellow at the Discvoery Institute and Author of Culture of Death: The Assault on Medical Ethics in America
“For twenty years, Life Legal Defense Foundation has excelled at empowering those who speak for our society’s most vulnerable: unborn human life. Their extensive expertise and impressive history of success have increased legal protection for the unborn and kept the public square open to the pro-life message. We are proud to partner with such a tremendous group of committed professionals.”
Denise M. Burke, Esq. Vice President of Legal Affairs, Americans United for Life
“The legal services provided by the Life Legal Defense Foundation is without parallel, having no equal or match and is unique in kind and quality. At a time when my civil liberties were being threatened and I would could not afford legal assistance, the Life Legal Defense Foundation graciously, expertly and successfully defended my constitutional right to the freedom of religioius expression. I thank God for the Life Legal Defense Foundation.”
Walter B. Hoye II, Issues4Life Foundation
“I am an attorney in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and have had numerous contacts with a member of LLDF, Katie Short, over the past year. Ms. Short has been an invaluble help in not only responding promptly to my questions and concerns but has given me accurate and well supported information to use with my clients.
Most of my legal issues centered around First Amendment Free Speech rights for Anti-abortion demonstrators. Thanks to Ms. Short, I have been able to effectively assist my clients and I have been able to amicably correspond with the opposing sides (many times City Attorney offices) regarding the issues in question.
LLDF attorneys are well prepared, well read, and well versed in the latest cases and holdings and statutes. Ms. Short’s insights and perspective, and her legal arguments are superb and I would recommend LLDF to any newer attorney who needs some guidance from experienced and well-trained attorneys.”
Suzanne Housey, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Life Legal Defense Foundation relentlessly defends the sanctity of human life. Whether funding precedent-setting cases, like that of Terri Schiavo, or providing everyday legal services using LLDF attorneys and attorney affiliates. LLDF ensures effective representation for advocates of the unborn and those facing forced death from euthanasia. The services provided by LLDF literally save lives.
Justice William P. Clark, Retired California Supreme Court; National Security Advisor for Ronald Reagan
LLDF’s lawyers have proved eloquent advocates and acutely perceptive helpers in our marathon battles against the nation’s abortion industry and the National Organization for Women in defense of NOW v. Scheidler. Thanks to LLDF counsel, Katie Short, the abortionists’ strongest witness was found to be an outright fraud and our clients’ hopes for ultimate justice were renewed.
Tom Brejcha, Thomas More Society
“Life Legal Defense Foundation really is in existence to help the activist — and thus the unborn baby. I received personal attention from a top flight attorney, secured the protection of my free speech rights, and didn’t have to pay a cent. God bless these dedicated pro-life people.”
Judy Teyler, Founder of Community Life Coalition Castro Valley, California
“Picketing, praying, and counseling outside abortion clinics have increased dramatically over the last few years. The abortion industry, often abetted by the criminal justice system, has launched a full-scale attack on the fundamental rights on these pro-life activists. Without organizations like Life Legal Defense Foundation, these dedicated activists wouldn’t stand a chance.”
Charles E. Rice, Esq. Professor of Constitutional Law, Univ. Notre Dame Law School, South Bend, In.
“For far too long, organizations like NOW, Planned Parenthood, and the ACLU have been treated to a free ride in the American legal system. The result has been the delusion of the masses, the repression of the weak, the destruction of the unwanted, and the suppression of justice. Thankfully, the Life Legal Defense Foundation has given us a practical means to put on the brakes and halt the bus. I encourage all pro-lifers to join me in supporting Life Legal Defense Foundation. Together we can end the long ride of perversity in our land — but only if we stand together.”
George Grant, Coral Ridge Ministries; Author “Grand Illusions,” “Third Time Around,” and “Trial and Error” Ft Lauderdale, Fl.