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American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists

http://www.jewishlawyers.org/

Mission Statement

“The AAJLJ represents the American Jewish legal community, defending Jewish interests and human rights in the U.S. and abroad. To fulfill its mission, the AAJLJ:

* works to safeguard the civil and human rights of Jews and others in the U.S. and abroad

* sponsors regular programs featuring speakers and discussions on topical legal issues

* promotes the study of Jewish law and ethics through law school courses, seminars and publications

* assists the IAJLJ in utilizing its official international status as a United Nations Nongovernmental Organization to provide diplomatic and legal assistance to Jews around the world

* publishes the AAJLJ Newsletter designed to keep members abreast of the Association's activities and topical legal subjects

* organizes law oriented missions to Israel

* participates in triennial world Jewish legal congresses in Jerusalem and in annual congresses abroad

* conducts special Jewish-content continuing legal education and other programs including programs and events at annual ABA meetings”

Mission Source:
http://www.jewishlawyers.org/content/about_us.asp

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Religious Tradition

Year/Decade Arrived in D.C.

  • 1983

Annual Advocacy Expenditures

  • Not Available

Type of Organization

Tax Status

Location of D.C.-Area Office

  • Washington, D.C.