In many instances, cancellations are in fact illegal. Whether it is a violation of first amendment rights, wrongful termination, or another infringement upon the rights of a free citizen, restitution can be pursued through legal channels. If you or someone you know has been canceled, this page is to be used as a resource to determine if your situation fits the criteria outlined above; and if so, to pursue justice for those that have been wronged.

Prepaid Legal Services

Prepaid legal services offer low-cost legal consultation and/or representation for a monthly fee. While everyone’s situation is unique, this may be a suitable choice for those in high “cancel-risk” territory.

  • LegalShield: LegalShield provides the ability to talk to an attorney on any personal legal matter without worrying about high hourly costs. 
  • https://www.araglegal.com/: Araglegal connects you to attorneys while covering a portion of the cost.

Free Speech Legal Services (Paid)

Cancellations are frequently infringements upon your first amendment rights. You will find legal counsel specializing in these matters below.

  • First Amendment Lawyers Association Directory: Directory of Lawyers Specializing in First Amendment Issues.
  • Free Expression Network: An alliance of organizations dedicated to protecting the First Amendment right of free expression and the values it represents, and to opposing governmental efforts to suppress constitutionally-protected speech
  • Free Expression Legal Network: A nationwide coalition of law school clinics, academics, and practitioners focused on promoting and protecting free speech
  • Foundation for Individual Rights in Education: FIRE’s mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of students and faculty members at America’s colleges and universities.
  • Dhillon Law: Private Law Practice Specializing In First Amendment Issues
  • Randazza Law: Private Law Practice Specializing In First Amendment Issues
  • Barnes Law: Private Law Practice Specializing In First Amendment Issues

Free Speech Legal Services (Pro bono)

If you cannot afford legal representation, many lawyers waive the fee for their services depending on the context of the case- i.e. if a case is in the name of the public good. Some lawyers choose to freely represent issues concerning immigration or sex trafficking; others hold the principle of free speech close to their heart and may assist those in need when their free speech has been violated.

  • Free Speech for the People: Free Speech for the People is a catalyzing leader in the country challenging big money in politics, confronting corruption at the highest levels of our government, fighting for free and fair elections, and advancing a new jurisprudence grounded in the promises of political equality and democratic self-government.  
  • Digital Media Law Project: Includes links to 19 different Pro Bono sources of legal assistance.
  • Freedom Forum: Freedom Forum works to raise awareness of First Amendment freedoms through education, advocacy and action
  • The First Amendment Project: The First Amendment Project is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to protecting and promoting freedom of information, expression, and petition.
  • The Electronic Frontier Foundation: The Electronic Frontier Foundation is the leading nonprofit organization defending civil liberties in the digital world.

Employment Legal Services (Paid)

When being Cancelled results in termination from the workplace or other disputes with an employer, please feel free to use the resources below.

  • Justia: Includes Directory to Employment Lawyers organized by State.
  • National Employment Lawyers Association: National Employment Lawyers Association. NELA is a national professional organization of attorneys who represent employees in employment law cases.
  • Employment Law Firms: Provides resources for those looking for employment-related legal action.
  • Castronovo & McKinney: Law firm that handles cases for clients who have been wrongfully terminated, harassed in the workplace, suffered discrimination or had their rights violated by their employer.
  • Morgan & Morgan: Law firm that handles cases for clients who have been wrongfully terminated, harassed in the workplace, suffered discrimination or had their rights violated by their employer.
  • https://www.employmentlawhelp.org/: Resource to connect those looking for employment-related legal action to appropriate lawyers. (Pro Bono)