American Association For Justice

Washington, DC ยท Founded 1977

Professional organization providing education and advocacy for trial lawyers nationwide

Primary audience
Students
Work area
Education
Topic
Educational Equity
Contact
Anne B Enos
Website Contact

About Organization

The National College of Advocacy trains and educates lawyers on legal issues through advocacy training programs, quality faculty, and recognition of individual achievement. Based in Washington, DC, the organization operates with $2.4 million in annual revenue, supported by 1,500 volunteers advancing trial lawyer education and civil justice.

What They Focus On

Education Access

Supports educational opportunities and removes barriers to learning for underserved populations.

Policy Advocacy

Advances systemic change through research, policy analysis, and strategic advocacy efforts.

Program Delivery

Implements evidence-based programs designed to achieve measurable outcomes and community impact.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$2.4M

+8% vs 2021

Expenses (2023)

$3.6M

+19% vs 2021

Assets (2023)

$615K

+31.3% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $2,381,698 $3,649,141 $615,428 0
2021 $2,206,053 $3,065,618 $468,779 0
2020 $1,985,189 $2,651,389 $921,629 0
2019 $2,609,299 $3,272,880 $1,531,847 0
2018 $2,420,341 $1,992,561 $1,788,187 0
2017 $2,636,961 $2,062,856 $1,266,267 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identifies community needs through data analysis and stakeholder engagement to inform program design.

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develops evidence-based programs and services tailored to address identified needs and achieve measurable outcomes.

  • 03

    Deliver Services

    Implements programs through trained staff and partners to ensure quality service delivery and participant engagement.

  • 04

    Evaluate Impact

    Measures program effectiveness and collects feedback to continuously improve services and demonstrate results.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Association For Justice

Training And Development

Delivers professional development and skill-building programs to enhance participant competency and career readiness.

Advocacy And Policy

Advances policy priorities through strategic advocacy, coalition building, and engagement with decision makers.

Member Services

Delivers benefits, resources, and support services exclusively designed for organizational members and stakeholders.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Association For Justice.

AB

Anne B Enos

Chief Operating Officer
6 hrs/week
LL

Linda Lipsen

Chief Executive Officer
2 hrs/week
MB

Meredith Burns

Chief Development Officer
1 hrs/week
TF

Thomas Fischetti

Chief Financial Officer
9 hrs/week
AH

Aimee Hall Wagstaff

Member
1 hrs/week
AJ

Anjali Jesseramsing

General Counsel
2 hrs/week
AR

Anthony Robert Leone

Member
1 hrs/week
BR

Bhavani Raveendran

Member
1 hrs/week
BH

Bruce H Stern

Member
1 hrs/week
BM

Bruce M Plaxen

Ex Officio
1 hrs/week
CL

Carl L Solomon

Member
1 hrs/week
DW

Danielle Ward Mason

Member
1 hrs/week
DL

Derrick L Walker

Cochair
1 hrs/week
ER

Elise R Sanguinetti

Cochair
1 hrs/week
EK

Erin K Copeland

Member
1 hrs/week
HA

Heidi A Dilorenzo

Member
1 hrs/week
JJ

Jennifer J Greene

Member
1 hrs/week
KL

Kathleen L Nastri

Member
1 hrs/week
KH

Kenneth H Levinson

Member
1 hrs/week
KB

Kevin Biniazan

Cochair
1 hrs/week
MN

Max N Panoff

Member
1 hrs/week
MP

Michael P Doyle

Member
1 hrs/week
MS

Michelle Simpson Tuegel

Member
1 hrs/week
ML

Miranda L Soucie

Member
1 hrs/week
MK

Moses Kim

Member
1 hrs/week
RB

Rick Barrera Jr

Cochair
1 hrs/week
RK

Robert K Jenner

Member
1 hrs/week
SL

Sara L Williams

Member
1 hrs/week
SL

Seth Leventhal Cardeli

Member
1 hrs/week
SR

Shayla Reed

Member
1 hrs/week
SW

Sidney W Gilreath

Member
1 hrs/week
SH

Stephen Herman

Member
1 hrs/week
TD

Thomas D'amore

Member
1 hrs/week
AP

AAJ Parliamentarian

Laura Yaeger
NC

North Carolina

ND

North Dakota

RI

Rhode Island

SC

South Carolina

SD

South Dakota

VI

Virgin Islands

WV

West Virginia

AP

Atlantic Provinces

BC

British Columbia

MS

Manitoba & Saskatchewan

BO

Balance of the World

UK

United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland

Milestones

1977

Organization Founded

1977

Established to serve community needs and advance organizational mission.

2020

Program Expansion

2020

Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.

2023

Program Expansion

2023

Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AP
AAJ Parliamentarian Laura Yaeger
NC
North Carolina Board Member
ND
North Dakota Board Member
RI
Rhode Island Board Member
SC
South Carolina Board Member
SD
South Dakota Board Member
VI
Virgin Islands Board Member
WV
West Virginia Board Member
AP
Atlantic Provinces Board Member
BC
British Columbia Board Member
MS
Manitoba & Saskatchewan Board Member
BO
Balance of the World Board Member
UK
United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland Board Member

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$181K

Highest Paid

$53K

Anjali Jesseramsing

Compensated Officers

5

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Anjali Jesseramsing General Counsel $0 $52,832 $52,832 1.5
Linda Lipsen Chief Executive Officer $0 $45,375 $45,375 2
Meredith Burns Chief Development Officer $0 $37,557 $37,557 0.5
Thomas Fischetti Chief Financial Officer $0 $26,322 $26,322 8.5
Anne B Enos Chief Operating Officer $0 $18,558 $18,558 6

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$195K

Total Forgiven

$198K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

90

Loan Details 1 loan

$195,300
Forgiven
Forgiven: $197,519 100%
Approved Apr 27, 2020
Lender Fountainhead SBF LLC
Jobs Reported 90
Forgiven On Jun 11, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
111 Registrations
76 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 76 total

American Association For Justice
8 filings
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4 filings
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4 filings
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4 filings
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4 filings
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American Association Of Colleges Of Nursing
3 filings
Self
American Association Of Nurse Practitioners
3 filings
Self
American Association For Homecare
2 filings
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American Association For Homecare (Aahomecare)
2 filings
Self
American Association For Marriage And Family Therapy
2 filings
Self
American Association Of Colleges For Teacher Education
2 filings
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American Association Of Community Colleges
2 filings
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American Association Of Crop Insurers (Aaci)
2 filings
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American Association Of Nurse Anesthesiology
2 filings
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American Association Of Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeons
2 filings
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American Association Of Orthodontists
2 filings
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American Association Of Port Authorities
2 filings
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2 filings
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2 filings
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1 filing
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Acg Advocacy On Behalf Of American Association Of Publishers
1 filing
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American Association For Cancer Research
1 filing
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American Association For Clinical Chemistry
1 filing
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American Association For Dental Oral & Craniofacial Research
1 filing
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American Association For Dental, Oral, And Craniofacial Research
1 filing
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American Association For Homeopathic Products
1 filing
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American Association For Laboratory Accreditation (A2La)
1 filing
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American Association For Respiratory Care
1 filing
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American Association For The Advancement Of Science
1 filing
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American Association For The Treatment Of Opioid Dependence
1 filing
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American Association Of Advertising Agencies
1 filing
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American Association Of Bioanalysts
1 filing
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American Association Of Birth Centers
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Birth Centers (Aabc)
1 filing
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American Association Of Blood Banks, Dba Association For The Advancement Of Bloo
1 filing
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American Association Of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation
1 filing
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American Association Of Cardiovascular And Pulmonary Rehabilitation
1 filing
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American Association Of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
1 filing
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American Association Of Colleges Of Osteopathic Medicine (Aacom)
1 filing
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American Association Of Colleges Of Pharmacy
1 filing
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American Association Of Collegiate Registrars And Admissions Officers
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Cosmetology Schools
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Exporters And Importers
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Healthcare Administrative Management
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Hip And Knee Surgeons (Aahks)
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Homecare
1 filing
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American Association Of Independent Music
1 filing
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American Association Of International Healthcare Recruitment
1 filing
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American Association Of Law Libraries
1 filing
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American Association Of Museums
1 filing
Self

+ 26 more clients

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with American Association For Justice

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(202) 965-3500 800-424-2725

Social

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777 6th Street NW 300 Washington, DC 20001