Center for Public Representation is a nationally recognized public interest law firm specializing in disability rights advocacy and civil rights enforcement. For more than 40 years, the organization has distinguished itself through its dedicated legal and policy work aimed at protecting and expanding the rights of individuals with disabilities and other marginalized groups.
Using a multifaceted approach that combines strategic litigation, policy advocacy, and public education, CPR focuses on promoting community integration, equal opportunity, and full participation for people with disabilities. The firm represents individuals and classes of people in high-impact cases and engages in systemic advocacy to challenge discrimination, enforce legal protections, and advance social justice.
Services Offered
- Legal Services
- Disability Rights Litigation
- Defense of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Community Integration Advocacy
- COVID-19 Policy and Advocacy
- Criminal and Juvenile Justice Reform
- Education Rights
- Employment Rights
- Healthcare Access Advocacy
- Involuntary Interventions Legal Support
- Legal Capacity Advocacy
- Supported Decision-Making
- Voting Rights Protection
- Amicus Briefs
- Policy Advocacy and Education
Based in Easthampton, Massachusetts, CPR operates nationally and works with pro bono partners, community organizations, and impacted individuals to drive meaningful change in disability law and public policy.
