Legal Observers are volunteers trained by the National Lawyers Guild who attend protests, marches or other actions to:

• Monitor, observe, and document government conduct against First Amendment-protected activity,

• Provide arrest support for protesters on the ground and help support teams track and help arrested folks, and

• Empower activists and serve as a deterrent to unconstitutional behavior by law enforcement.

Legal Observers are often legal workers, law students, and lawyers, but anyone who is able to perform the duties and uphold the values of the National Lawyers Guild can be a Legal Observer, including organizers, activists, and community members.

To become a Legal Observer, you will need to complete an application which must be received one week prior to the training (no walk-ins). Contact nlglocc@proton.me for an application form.