Vision Statement

Equal Justice is the objective of a fully evolved democratic republic as envisioned by the founding principles of this great nation. The Justice Action Group (JAG) is committed to making that objective a reality. The members of the Maine Justice Action Group envision a future where every resident of the State of Maine, regardless of their economic or social circumstances, enjoys equal justice under law.

JAG is a judge-led coalition of leaders of Maine’s legal community, including state and federal judges, legislative leaders, Maine’s six core nonprofit civil legal aid providers, the Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program, University of Maine School of Law, Maine Justice Foundation, the Maine State Bar Association, the Maine Trial Lawyers Association, practicing attorneys and others who are passionate about helping all Maine people have access to civil justice.

JAG advocates for a system of justice that is fair to all and accommodates Mainers who have low incomes or are vulnerable, and who in many ways and at all levels, are not represented by traditional means. We seek to achieve the objective of “justice for all” by obtaining increased support from public and private sources; raising awareness among the legal community, legislature, and public about the needs of Mainers who face daunting barriers to civil justice; encouraging greater pro bono representation by lawyers; sharing of resources between legal services providers; and facilitating access to justice in innovative and creative ways.

Economic Impact of Civil Legal Aid Services in Maine