National Law Day of Action: Stand for the Rule of Law
A Call to Reaffirm Our Oath and Defend Our Legal Foundations
Dear Colleagues,
In times when the cornerstones of American democracy face unprecedented challenges, our voices as legal professionals have never been more crucial. On Thursday, May 1, 2025, attorneys across the nation will gather for the National Law Day of Action to stand united in defense of judicial independence, the rule of law, and the independence of the legal profession.
Find an Event Near You
Events are being organized nationwide, with simultaneous demonstrations planned in cities across the country. Find and RSVP to an event near you using the map below.
Why This Matters
These aren't abstract legal concepts — they are the foundation upon which our entire system of justice rests. When judges face attacks for unpopular rulings, when legal professionals endure political pressure, and when public trust in our legal system erodes, every citizen's rights hang in the balance.
Reaffirm Your Oath
Law Day 2025 offers a powerful opportunity to publicly reaffirm the oath we all took when admitted to the bar. This symbolic act reminds us and our communities of our enduring commitment to uphold the Constitution and the principles of justice that form the bedrock of our legal system.
Join colleagues in a ceremonial oath reaffirmation at events nationwide, recommitting ourselves to the principles that unite us as a profession:
Equality under the law
Due process for all
Protection of fundamental rights
Defense of judicial independence
Preservation of the independent legal profession
Join Us in Washington, DC
As our nation's capital and home to the highest court in the land, the Washington DC demonstration carries special significance. Stand with fellow attorneys, judges, and concerned citizens on the steps of the Supreme Court in a powerful visual representation of our commitment to the rule of law.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Supreme Court of the United States, 1 First Street NE, Washington, DC
Why This Matters Now
The principles we defend are non-partisan. This isn't about specific cases or political outcomes—it's about protecting the process of justice itself. Erosion of judicial independence and the rule of law threatens democracy itself, affecting every citizen's ability to have their rights protected and their voices heard.
By standing together on May 1, we send a clear message that the legal profession remains united in its commitment to these fundamental principles. When we stand together, our collective voice becomes a powerful force for preserving the foundations of American justice.
Time is of the essence. Join us in this nationwide demonstration to protect what matters most.
Together, we create a nationwide wave of support for judicial independence, the rule of law, and the independence of the legal profession.