How can a lawyer challenge widespread illegal behavior? Is all the work inside the courtroom? What is the role of a lawyer in a broader struggle? This program will discuss the available methods and procedures for challenging systemic problems such as discrimination or unlawful governmental conduct. Class actions, writs, private attorney general actions and other procedures, including individual actions, will be outlined. It will also look at non-legal components, such as working with grass roots groups and the media as part of an overall strategy. Ultimately, the program will look at broader goals, rather than narrow legal victories, as the measure of success.