The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm (AFF) is the only law firm in the nation with lawyers exclusively committed to self-defense cases. The attorneys at AFF have over 140 years of combined self-defense experience, bringing a depth of knowledge to every case that no general criminal law firm can match.
The Attorneys On Retainer Program (AOR) is a self-defense legal program 100% run by The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm that provides clients with immediate access to experienced attorneys who exclusively handle self-defense cases. AOR provides legal representation through a direct attorney-client relationship with AFF when you are involved in a self-defense incident.
Which One Applies to You
If you have been involved in a self-defense incident, Attorneys For Freedom represents clients facing the legal consequences that follow. If you want to be prepared before a self-defense incident could happen, AOR gives you direct access to experienced self-defense attorneys before you need them. AOR coverage applies to incidents that occur after enrollment in the program.
- The only law firm in the nation with lawyers exclusively committed to self-defense cases
- Our attorneys have over 140+ total years of combined experience in self-defense cases
- AFF has represented clients in over 2,000+ major felony cases in state and federal courts
- One of the only law firms in the nation with four Certified Criminal Law Specialists
- All our attorneys and paralegals work together, bringing their collective expertise to every case
- You become a client of The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm and establish an attorney-client relationship and privilege immediately upon joining
- You have access to a 24/7 emergency hotline to an attorney on your trial team
- Coverage available to residents in all 50 states and D.C.
- All coverage decisions are made by attorneys at The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm
- All felony cases are handled by a self-defense exclusive law firm
The difference that matters most between The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm and The Attorneys On Retainer Program is when you have an attorney. After an arrest, you are left trying to find the right law firm and secure representation. When you join AOR, you already know who your attorneys are. AFF is the law firm that represents you when you need it. AOR is the way to establish that relationship in advance, so you are not searching for a lawyer after a self-defense incident has already happened.
The Cost of Self-Defense
When you are involved in a self-defense incident, the legal and financial consequences can be serious, even if you are eventually acquitted or the case is dismissed. Defending a self-defense claim often involves hiring experienced criminal defense attorneys, expert witnesses, private investigators, and other legal professionals, all of which can cost tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Below is a breakdown of the costs of self-defense cases and how they compare to The Attorneys On Retainer Program.
| Expense | Typical Out-of-Pocket | AOR Program Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal defense attorney through trial and appeals | $50,000 - $500,000+ | Fully covered |
| Expert witnesses, investigators, retrials, appeals, and court costs | $10,000 - $50,000+ | Fully covered |
| Bail bond (posted or cash-only) | $5,000 - $500,000+ | $50,000 toward a bail bond on a posted value up to $500,000, or $50,000 toward cash-only bail |
| Civil lawsuit liability | $50,000 - $500,000+ (if sued by attacker or their family) | $100,000 toward civil liability coverage |
| Red flag/emergency risk protection order | $5,000 - $15,000+ | $15,000 |
| Expungement or record clearing | $1,500 - $5,000+ | $5,000 |
| Scene cleanup | $1,000 - $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Firearm replacement | $500 - $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Psychological counseling | $150 - $200 per session | $1,500 or up to 10 sessions fully covered |
Common Questions
Are the attorneys for AOR and AFF the same?
Yes. If you enroll in AOR, you become a client of The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm and receive representation from the same law firm and the same attorneys.
Can I be represented by AFF without joining AOR?
Yes. The firm accepts self-defense and defense of others cases from clients who hire Attorneys For Freedom directly.
I just had an incident. Can I join AOR now?
No. Coverage applies to incidents occurring after enrollment in AOR. Contact the firm directly if you have been involved in a self-defense incident.
Does AOR provide coverage to my family?
Family Plan options are available on the AOR website.
What happens if my case is out of state?
Your AFF attorneys appear through pro hac vice admission and work alongside local co-counsel in your jurisdiction. Local co-counsel fees are covered if you are enrolled in the AOR Program.
Join The Attorneys On Retainer Program and become a client of The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm today.