Groundbreaking National Black Lawyer Network Launches on Juneteeth

June 20, 2025

Justis Connection has announced its national expansion on Juneteenth with a mission to build a network of 1,000 Black lawyers to serve 1 million Black households across the United States. The organization aims to address the persistent underrepresentation of Black attorneys, who make up less than 5% of lawyers in America, a statistic unchanged for over two decades. Justis Connection, featuring prominent founding members like Ben Crump and Billy Murphy Jr.

Who is affected

Black households across the United States
Black lawyers and attorneys
People needing culturally attuned legal counsel
Individuals facing legal challenges related to asset protection, discrimination, business formation, and custody battles

What action is being taken

Justis Connection is expanding nationally
The organization is building a network of 1,000 Black lawyers
The initiative is working to connect these attorneys with 1 million Black households
Justis Connection is providing legal services across multiple practice areas including Business Law, Estate Planning, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Tax Law, and Cannabis Law

Why it matters

Less than 5% of lawyers in America are Black, a figure that has remained stagnant for over two decades
Legal challenges require trusted, culturally attuned legal counsel
The initiative serves as "a pipeline of protection" and "a modern-day Green Book for justice"
The network ensures access to trusted Black lawyers regardless of location

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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