US Chamber Litigation Center
- Assets
- $0.0
- Revenue
- $3.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 10
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 07/1977
- Data as of
- 09/2020
- EIN
- 52-1085809
Organization Overview
US Chamber Litigation Center is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1977. According to its NTEE Classification (S01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 09/2020, US Chamber Litigation Center employed 10 individuals. US Chamber Litigation Center is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2020, US Chamber Litigation Center generated $3.6m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (10.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.1m during the year ending 09/2020. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE U.S. CHAMBER LITIGATION CENTER FIGHTS FOR THE (PLEASE SEE SCHEDULE O FOR THE CONTINUATION) BUSINESS COMMUNITY IN FEDERAL AND STATE COURTS TO SHAPE THE LAW SO THAT FREE ENTERPRISE CAN FLOURISH AND GROW AND CREATE JOBS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE U.S. CHAMBER LITIGATION CENTER WAS THE VOICE OF BUSINESS AND FREE ENTERPRISE IN THE FEDERAL AND STATE COURTS. WE REPRESENTED THE CHAMBER IN LAWSUITS TO CHALLENGE UNLAWFUL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REGULATORY ACTIONS. WE INTERVENED TO DEFEND THE GOVERNMENT IN CASES BROUGHT BY ACTIVISTS TO CHALLENGE PRO-BUSINESS OR DEREGULATORY ACTIONS. WE FILED AMICUS CURIAE BRIEFS REPRESENTING THE BROAD VIEWS OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY IN IMPORTANT LITIGATION THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY, INCLUDING IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES. WE HELPED ADVOCATES PREPARE FOR ORAL ARGUMENTS IN CASES THAT PRESENT IMPORTANT BUSINESS ISSUES. WE WORKED WITH THE MEDIA TO HELP THE PUBLIC UNDERSTAND KEY DECISIONS AND LEGAL PRINCIPLES.
THE U.S. CHAMBER LITIGATION CENTER WAS THE VOICE OF BUSINESS AND FREE ENTERPRISE IN THE FEDERAL AND STATE COURTS. WE REPRESENTED THE CHAMBER IN LAWSUITS TO CHALLENGE UNLAWFUL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REGULATORY ACTIONS. WE INTERVENED TO DEFEND THE GOVERNMENT IN CASES BROUGHT BY ACTIVISTS TO CHALLENGE PRO-BUSINESS OR DEREGULATORY ACTIONS. WE FILED AMICUS CURIAE BRIEFS REPRESENTING THE BROAD VIEWS OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY IN IMPORTANT LITIGATION THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY, INCLUDING IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES. WE HELPED ADVOCATES PREPARE FOR ORAL ARGUMENTS IN CASES THAT PRESENT IMPORTANT BUSINESS ISSUES. WE WORKED WITH THE MEDIA TO HELP THE PUBLIC UNDERSTAND KEY DECISIONS AND LEGAL PRINCIPLES.
THE U.S. CHAMBER LITIGATION CENTER WAS THE VOICE OF BUSINESS AND FREE ENTERPRISE IN THE FEDERAL AND STATE COURTS. WE REPRESENTED THE CHAMBER IN LAWSUITS TO CHALLENGE UNLAWFUL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REGULATORY ACTIONS. WE INTERVENED TO DEFEND THE GOVERNMENT IN CASES BROUGHT BY ACTIVISTS TO CHALLENGE PRO-BUSINESS OR DEREGULATORY ACTIONS. WE FILED AMICUS CURIAE BRIEFS REPRESENTING THE BROAD VIEWS OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY IN IMPORTANT LITIGATION THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY, INCLUDING IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES. WE HELPED ADVOCATES PREPARE FOR ORAL ARGUMENTS IN CASES THAT PRESENT IMPORTANT BUSINESS ISSUES. WE WORKED WITH THE MEDIA TO HELP THE PUBLIC UNDERSTAND KEY DECISIONS AND LEGAL PRINCIPLES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Steven Lehotsky Evp & Chief Cnsl | 40 | $449,978 | |
Daryl Joseffer Chief Cnsl Appel Lit | 40 | $284,649 | |
Michael Schon VP Chief Cnsl Energy | 40 | $225,294 | |
Jonathan Urick Senior Counsel | 40 | $174,397 | |
Tara Morrissey Operations Manager | 40 | $117,033 | |
Thomas J Donohue Ceo/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Baker Botts Llp Legal Policy Consult | 9/21/20 | $360,000 |
Mayer Brown Llp Legal Policy Consult | 9/21/20 | $394,056 |
Jones Day Legal Policy Consult | 9/21/20 | $135,000 |
King & Spalding Legal Policy Consult | 9/21/20 | $132,500 |
Mayer Brown Llp Legal Policy Consult | 9/21/20 | $394,056 |
Baker Botts Llp Legal Policy Consult | 9/21/20 | $360,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,574,417 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,574,417 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,618,584 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,096,776 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $361,936 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $350,000 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,173,469 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $50,579 |
| Information technology | $13,638 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $3,946 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $39,709 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,116,869 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $0 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $0 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that US Chamber Litigation Center has recieved totaling $180,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
American Property Casualty Insurance Association Chicago, IL PURPOSE: Gen support for org stated IRS purpose. | $100,000 |
Civil Justice Reform Group Great Falls, VA PURPOSE: Program support | $40,000 |
Civil Justice Reform Group Great Falls, VA PURPOSE: Program support | $40,000 |
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|---|---|---|
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Professional Services Council Inc Arlington, VA | $6,239,213 | $6,315,119 |
US Chamber Litigation Center Washington, DC | $0 | $3,618,584 |
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Loudoun Convention & Visitors Association Inc Leesburg, VA | $1,488,695 | $3,446,394 |