ABOUT

The State and Local Legal Center files amicus curiae briefs in support of states and local governments in the U.S. Supreme Court, conducts moot courts for attorneys arguing before the Supreme Court, and is a resource to states and local governments on the Supreme Court. Since 1983 the SLLC has filed about 400 amicus briefs in the Supreme Court.

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This one-page flyer describes the purpose, importance, and membership of the SLLC. This two-page flyer discusses the impact of the SLLC over the last 10 years.  

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The Big Seven national organizations representing state and local elected and appointed officials are members of the SLLC. Members include: the National Governors Association, the National Conference of State Legislatures, the Council of State Governments, the National Association of Counties, the National League of Cities, the United States Conference of Mayors, and the International City/County Management Association. 

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The International Municipal Lawyers Association and the Government Finance Officers Association are associate members of the SLLC. 

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Bill McBride, Executive Director of the National Governors Association is the current SLLC Board Chair.

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The Staff Advisory Council, made up of representatives of SLLC members and associate members votes on participation in cases.