What does Pacific Justice Institute do?

Pacific Justice Institute (PJI) is a conservative Christian non-profit legal defense organization founded in 1997 by Brad W. Dacus, who serves as President. Based in Sacramento, California, PJI is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization dedicated to defending religious freedoms, parental rights, and civil liberties for individuals, families, and churches. The organization operates with a network of over 1,000 volunteer attorneys across 36 offices in 26 states. PJI provides free legal representation in various areas, including religious freedom in the workplace, parental rights, education and student rights, church defense, and general civil liberties advocacy. The organization is committed to offering legal support funded entirely by donations, allowing it to take on a wide range of cases. PJI also engages in legislative advocacy, media outreach, and educational initiatives to support its mission and inform the community.