Ensuring Government Accountability & Protecting Legal Rights of All Arizonans
The Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest is a nonprofit law firm that tirelessly defends the civil and legal rights of Arizonans by pursuing cases with enduring social, public health, and environmental impacts statewide. Boldly standing up for all citizens, we hold government and special interests accountable.
What We Do
The Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest is considered one of the most effective public interest firms in the United States, pursuing landmark cases with persistence and vigor. Our efforts have led to a more open, transparent government.For example, our work has:
• Resulted in crucial funding for schools statewide
• Improved conditions for foster children and other vulnerable populations
• Increased access to mental health care
• Protected public health by advocating for clean air and water
We are particularly drawn to cases that have widespread, lasting impact in Arizona. The cases we choose are complex but can establish powerful precedent that safeguards Arizonans’ rights and fortifies our democracy. In our eyes, these outcomes are worth the fight.
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What We Fight For
We are passionate about our mission and protecting the rights of all Arizonans. Meet some of the people behind our cases. You’ll hear about their challenges, how we helped them overcome, and why our work is critical to the future of Arizona.
Danny Adelman was recognized as a 2024 Leader of the Year in Public Policy by the Arizona Capitol Times. Each year the Capital Times recognizes leaders who have contributed to the growth of the state. These are the people and groups that hunker down each day to find ways to improve the quality of life of Arizona’s citizens.
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We are deeply invested in the community, improving everyone’s quality of life and protecting our most fundamental rights.
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We are deeply invested in the community, improving everyone’s quality of life and protecting our most fundamental rights. Sign up to receive ongoing updates about our cases, focus areas, advocacy, events, and fundraisers.
Meet the Attorneys Fighting for You
We understand that serious, systemic change often happens behind the scenes, with hands-on, hard work. And we have
the right people to do just that. Our attorneys and board members do what they do because they’re passionate about real,
lasting social change, preserving Arizonans’ fundamental rights, and the responsible stewardship of our state’s resources.
We understand that serious, systemic change often happens behind the scenes, with hands-on, hard work. And we have the right people to do just that. Our attorneys and board members do what they do because they’re passionate about real, lasting social change, preserving Arizonans’ fundamental rights, and the responsible stewardship of our state’s resources.
Newsroom
ACLPI: Advancing Justice for Half a Century
Check out this awesome feature on the Center's 50th anniversary in the State Bar of Arizona's Arizona Attorney magazine, December issue. So much great work has been done in five decades -- so much more to do!
Arizona Committee upholds law requiring new natural gas power plants to undergo governmental review in win for consumers and the environment
Arizona Committee upholds law requiring new natural gas power plants to undergo governmental review in win for consumers and the environment. Read more.
ACC Turns It’s Back on Rural and Tribal Communities in Arizona That Are Reeling Economically from Early Coal Plant Closures
The Center continues to advocate on behalf of clean energy and economic justice issues before the Arizona Corporation Commission, although the hill is steep. Read more.
