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Defending The People Not For One, But For All

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Jose Antonio Vargas

Rina Hernandez

Read about the impact of FALDEF across the nation in providing pro-bono legal services

The Filipino American Legal Defense and Education Fund prides itself on service to the community through pro-bono legal services ranging from consultations, area and case specific education, policy advocacy, and impact litigation.

At FALDEF, we believe in advocacy and education as preventative measures to negative outcomes, but when called on, are readily available to defend and serve Filipinos and Filipino Americans through the judicial process and litigation.

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John Quidilla

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Carina Barsotti

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FALDEF Partners with PHILDEC to Counter Human Trafficking

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The Tonog Family

Impact Centered On Legal Results and Civil Rights

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Our team is readily available to serve the community through various cases, issues, and advocacies. Reach out to us for a consultation on next steps.

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