Appleseed in the Courthouse

Appleseed justice centers bring leading-edge impact litigation to protect the rights of vulnerable communities and defend the rule of law.

Foster Care

In South Carolina, Kansas, Nebraska, and Hawaii, Appleseed centers have won landmark foster care class action lawsuits.  This impact litigation is transforming foster care systems across the nation, ensuring every child’s right to safety, care, and education.

Housing

Housing impact litigation by Appleseed centers in Texas, New Jersey, Hawaii, and South Carolina has shielded thousands of families from eviction, discrimination, and unsafe living conditions.

Immigration

Through impact litigation, South Carolina and Alabama Appleseed centers successfully defeated unconstitutional anti-immigrant legislation (SB20 in South Carolina and HB56 in Alabama) that cut against our commitment to welcoming immigrants under equal protection of the law.

Healthcare

In Nebraska, Washington DC, and New Jersey, Appleseed centers’ litigation ensures charitable healthcare assets serve the public interest and families have the coverage they need without heavy financial burdens.

Criminal Justice

Through litigation and DOJ civil rights complaints, Appleseed centers in Alabama, Nebraska, and Texas are pushing back against mass incarceration and racial disparities in the criminal and juvenile justice systems.

Voting Rights

Appleseed centers in New Jersey and Washington DC use strategic litigation to empower voters and protect the integrity of elections.