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.
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.

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Undefeated at the U.S. Supreme Court

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

– Chaplain Trubey, VA Chaplain

– Kenny Vaughn, Shields of Strength, Founder
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.
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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.
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Military chaplains serve a vital role. We defend their ability to provide spiritual guidance and speak according to their beliefs without censorship.
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Service members have the right to request religious accommodations. We fight to ensure those requests are respected — not denied or ignored.
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Organizations serving the military should not be silenced. We defend their ability to provide resources, encouragement, and spiritual support to those in uniform.
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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