Founded in 2000, the NFIB Small Business Legal Center is the voice for small business in the nation’s courts and the legal resource for small business owners nationwide. Simply put, we educate and litigate for small business. NFIB is currently active in more than 40 cases in federal and state courts across the country and in the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Litigation
The Legal Center is the advocate for small business in the courts. We do what federal and state NFIB lobbyists do, but instead of lobbying legislators we lobby judges through briefs and oral arguments in court. We tell judges how the decision they make in a given case will impact small businesses nationwide. Importantly, we only initiate lawsuits and file amicus (“friend-of-the court”) briefs in precedent-setting cases. That means we go to court only in those cases that will impact many small business owners.
Education
Recent estimates show that the thousands of pages of federal regulations alone cost Americans more than $1 trillion. With so many rules to keep track of, it’s not surprising that many small business owners don’t know or understand the laws that apply to them. That’s where the Legal Center comes in. We have guidance documents that cover laws important to small businesses nationwide.
2025 Annual Report
The Legal Center published its 2025 Annual Report, where we highlight our major achievements from the past year. In 2025, we proudly celebrated 25 years of advocating for small businesses in courts across the country. With the support of our generous donors and partners, the Legal Center continued to grow as a nationally recognized legal resource—advancing key litigation, filing dozens of amicus briefs, and expanding education and support for small business owners nationwide.
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January 28, 2026
Form I-9 Compliance and ICE Audits
Federal law mandates that U.S. employers verify their employees’ authorization to work in the United States by completing Form I-9. Due to increased immigration enforcement, workplace Form I-9 audits have increased. This article explores employers’ requirements, common mistakes during the process, a
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January 7, 2026
Federal Employment Law Basics for Small Businesses
Navigating federal employment laws can be complex, but understanding the key regulations and requirements is essential for your small business to avoid complaints, fines, lawsuits, and other headaches. Below, we provide an overview of some major federal employment laws along with practical guidance
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December 1, 2025
WOTUS Relief: Newly Proposed Rule Excludes Many Wetlands and Ditches
A newly proposed rule from the Trump Administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers aims to give landowners a more predictable definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS).
The definition of WOTUS has long been a point of contention for landowners.
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November 14, 2025
Financing Your Small Business: Understanding Business Loans and Other Financing Strategies
Securing funding to finance your small business can feel overwhelming, but having a basic understanding of your options and available resources will help with choosing a strategy that fits your business needs. Below is an overview of business loan options and other financing opportunities that may b
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Contact Legal Center
The Legal Center cannot offer legal advice but we can be a legal resource and help point you in the right direction to receive necessary legal help.
If you have a question, a story of government abuse of small business, or a precedent-setting case, please give us a call.
NFIB Legal Center
555 12th Street, NW
10th Floor
Washington, DC 20004
(800) 552-NFIB
info@nfib.org
Beth Milito
Executive Director
(202) 406-4443
elizabeth.milito@nfib.org
Patrick Moran
Senior Attorney
(202) 314-2019
patrick.moran@nfib.org
Rob Smith
Senior Attorney
(202) 314-2027
rob.smith@nfib.org
Julianna Rodrigues
Legal Center Coordinator
(202) 314-2009
julianna.rodrigues@nfib.org
Contribute
In order for the NFIB Small Business Legal Center to enter more cases and develop more small-business legal tools, we need your help. The Legal Center is a 501(c)(3) public interest law firm charged with representing small business. Contributions are tax-deductible and can be made from personal or corporate accounts. To make a donation, please send checks, payable to NFIB Small Business Legal Center, to the address on the left, or donate now.