Defending the Freedom
That Defines America

First Liberty is the nation’s leading religious liberty law firm, defending the First Amendment
rights of America’s military — ensuring they can serve with integrity and live
according to their faith.

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Proven Defenders of Religious Freedom in the Military

When religious freedom is challenged within the military—through policy, command decisions, or institutional pressure—experience matters.

First Liberty has successfully defended service members, chaplains, and military-affiliated organizations at every level of the legal system.

90% Win Rate Across All Legal Matters | First Liberty

Win Rate Across All Legal Matters


11-0 at the Supreme Court | First Liberty

Undefeated at the U.S. Supreme Court


$0 Cost To Our Clients | First Liberty

100% Pro Bono Legal Representation


Real Service Members. Real Victories.

Across the military, brave Americans have taken a stand to defend their faith while serving their country. First Liberty stands with them when it matters most.

Navy SEALs | First Liberty Institute

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Because I stood up with First Liberty, I stood up for my kids. Now, they won’t have to.

– Navy SEALs
U.S. Navy SEALs v U.S. Department of Defense

Military Chaplains | First Liberty Institute

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Thank you, First Liberty, for safeguarding that most sacred and inalienable of all human rights—our religious freedom.

– Chaplain Trubey, VA Chaplain

Kenny Vaughn Military | First Liberty Institute

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To have someone else step up to the plate and say they are willing to fight with us and get God’s word to our military blows my mind.

– Kenny Vaughn, Shields of Strength, Founder

How We Protect Religious Freedom in the Military

Religious freedom doesn’t stop at enlistment. First Liberty Institute works in the courts, with policymakers, and alongside service members to ensure faith is protected in every branch of the military.

Churches and Ministries | First Liberty Institute

Defending Service Members from Unconstitutional Orders

When military policies violate religious convictions, First Liberty steps in. We defend service members facing punishment or discharge for standing by their faith — at no cost to our clients.


Schools | First Liberty Institute

Protecting Chaplains’ Right to Minister Freely

Military chaplains serve a vital role. We defend their ability to provide spiritual guidance and speak according to their beliefs without censorship.


Schools | First Liberty Institute

Securing Religious Accommodations

Service members have the right to request religious accommodations. We fight to ensure those requests are respected — not denied or ignored.


Schools | First Liberty Institute

Supporting Military Faith-Based Organizations

Organizations serving the military should not be silenced. We defend their ability to provide resources, encouragement, and spiritual support to those in uniform.


Stay Informed. Protect Your First Freedom.

Across America’s armed forces, religious freedom is being tested in new and urgent ways.

First Liberty is leading the legal fight — and you can stay informed on the cases impacting those who serve.

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