Transgender Legal Services
Pro Bono Attorney Network

Join the Pro Bono Attorney Network to Assist Transgender Service Members

As a result of the President’s Executive Order and the subsequent guidance provided by the U.S. Department of Defense, transgender service members are facing adverse consequences, including immediate and ongoing harm from harassment, unlawful command influence, and discrimination resulting from preemptive compliance with the Executive Order.

As regulations are implemented, service members may need legal support and representation to navigate the complexities of the military justice system, including administrative action/separation, medical separation, and the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) (judicial and non-judicial punishment).

Modern Military is seeking to connect service members with pro bono counsel who are able to provide legal guidance and representation to individuals facing separation, administrative action, discipline, or any other adverse consequences as a result of their gender identity. Civilian pro bono counsel may work in collaboration with the service member’s uniformed defense counsel (TDS) to provide legal advice and guidance.

While experience and understanding of the military justice system is desired, it is not mandatory to join the network and assist service members.

To join the referral network, please complete the short form below.

Pro Bono Attorney Questionnaire

Thank you for your interest in joining the fight.
Please provide the following information for inclusion in Modern Military's pro bono attorney network directory, which will be maintained securely and confidentially and only shared with the prospective service members seeking legal assistance.

I maintain, either individually or through my firm, professional liability insurance as required by my respective state's Rules of Professional Conduct:
Do you specialize or concentrate your practice in any of the following areas:
Are you a veteran?
If yes, are you currently, or have you ever been, a member of the Judge Advocate General's Corps?
If you are a veteran, in which branch of the military did you serve? (Please check all that apply)
Do you have any professional experience working with the military justice system?

How to Request Legal Support for Service Members Facing Anti-Transgender and Gender Identity Discrimination

If you are a current member of any Active Component, Reserve, or National Guard branch, including ROTC and service academy cadets, and believe that you may face separation, administrative action, discipline, or any other adverse consequences as a result of your gender identity or status as a transgender individual, Modern Military encourages you to follow these steps:

If you are questioned about your gender identity, medical history, or any related matter, remember that you have rights under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). You are not obligated to answer questions that could incriminate you or lead to disciplinary action.

Download this printable Know Your Rights card and keep it handy.

For more information on your rights, visit https://militarytransrights.org/#Know-Your-Rights

If you are current member of any Active Component, Reserve, or National Guard branch, you may qualify for free legal help and representation through your respective branch’s Trial Defense Service (TDS). To request assistance from TDS, please find your respective branch and following their instructions for assistance:

If you find that you still need individual legal support for concrete adverse steps being taken to separate or discipline you based on their gender identity or status as a transgender individual in the military or attempting to join the military save this web page. Modern Military will soon be launching a legal services referral form to help supplement existing free resources.