What is NASCAT?
The National Association of Shareholder and Consumer Attorneys (NASCAT) is a trade organization and public policy voice for lawyers interested in a strong system of federal and state legal protections for investors and consumers. Founded in 1988, NASCAT consists of law firms committed for the vigorous prosecution of corporate fraud. NASCAT has member firms all over the country, ranging in size from small firms and solo practitioners to firms with large numbers of lawyers handling class actions. The most well known and prestigious firms in the plaintiff’s class action community are NASCAT members.
Member Benefits Make
Your Voice Heard
NASCAT employs robust lobbying and media-relations strategies designed to protect and expand the rights of investors and consumers. The organization retains a lobbyist in Washington, D.C. and has developed a close working relationship with policymakers on both sides of the political aisle. NASCAT members regularly meet with such policymakers to discuss issues of importance to the organization and its clients.
Network with Your Colleagues
Annual Spring and Fall Two-Day Meetings taking place at various resort locations.
Access the NASCAT Amicus Committee
When cases raise issues that concern our members and their clients, the Amicus Committee files amicus curiae briefs on behalf of NASCAT members in the United States Supreme Court, federal circuit courts, and state supreme courts.
Participate in the Women’s Initiative
NASCAT is dedicated to encouraging female attorneys to become and remain advocates for investors and consumers. In order to build strong relationships among the female attorneys in our bar, NASCAT sponsors Women’s Initiative events throughout the year.
Access Member-Only Content on the NASCAT Website
Weekly “Class Act” Newsletter
Member Articles
Join the Young Lawyers Initiative
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For more information regarding NASCAT membership, please contact Karen Riebel via email khriebel@locklaw.com.