Legal and Compliance Team

The Legal and Compliance Team at the Southern Poverty Law Center is responsible for ensuring adherence to legal standards and regulations while advancing the organization's mission to combat hate and promote social justice. This team provides legal counsel across various areas, including voting rights, human resources, LGBTQ rights, children's rights, and economic justice, and works to develop and implement strategies for effective litigation and compliance. Their efforts support the organization's broader goals of protecting marginalized communities and challenging discriminatory practices.