Why Join NPAP?

Joining the National Police Accountability Project (NPAP) connects you to a national network of civil rights attorneys, legal workers, and advocates dedicated to advancing police accountability and protecting constitutional rights.

Members gain access to exclusive resources, collaborative spaces, and professional development opportunities that strengthen their practice and support their work in civil rights litigation.

Attorney NPAP Membership Includes:

• NPAP Listserv: Engage with attorneys across the country to exchange advice, strategies, and resources.
• Avery’s Actionable Conduct Under Section 1983 Series: Stay informed with expert insights from Michael Avery.
• Electronic Library: Access sample pleadings, discovery requests, briefs, and other key documents.
• Priority Amicus Support: Receive priority consideration for NPAP amicus brief assistance.
  Strategy Spaces: Collaborate and get advice on complex Section 1983 cases.
• Co-Counsel Program: Connect with experienced attorneys for joint representation opportunities.
• Moot Court Support: Prepare for oral argument with guidance from appellate practitioners.
• Free Webinar Series & Reduced CLE Pricing: Continue your education and training at a lower cost.
• Member Directory: Network and connect with NPAP members nationwide.
  

Optional Add-On Subscriptions:

• Blum’s Section 1983 Outline: A comprehensive reference guide for civil rights litigation.
• Referral Listing: Boost your professional visibility and connect with potential clients.

Public Defender Membership

NPAP’s Public Defender Initiative supports public defenders in identifying, preserving, and referring out their clients’ civil rights claims. We believe this is critical to both effectively vindicating clients’ rights and raising accountability within the broader criminal legal system

Public defenders can now join NPAP for free for three months to access a PD-specific resource hub and a referral network of civil rights attorneys. After three months, membership dues are deeply discounted to $50 per year. 

Public Defender Member Resources Include:

• Identifying and Preserving Civil Rights Claims
• Manual for Victims of Police Misconduct
• Using DOJ Pattern-or-Practice Reports for Exculpatory Evidence
• NPAP Referral and Consultation Directory 

NPAP Law Student Opportunities

Law student members are an essential part of NPAP’s mission and community. Membership offers valuable learning experiences, mentorship, and professional connections to help students prepare for careers in civil rights advocacy.

• Attorney–Law Student Connections:
  • Explore internships, fellowships, and job opportunities.
  • Gain exposure to civil rights law and advocacy.
  • Receive guidance and mentorship from NPAP attorneys.
    
• Virtual Law Student Strategy Space:
  
  • Connect with NPAP attorneys in a collaborative virtual setting.
  • Enhance your legal journey through networking and live Q&A sessions.
  • Explore career pathways and fellowship opportunities.
    
• Free CLE Event Access:
  • Learn directly from NPAP attorneys and experts.
  • Participate in discussions on police, jail, and prison litigation, wrongful convictions, and discrimination claims.