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| Type | 501(c)(3) |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Fields | Software |
Key people | Chairman: Eben Moglen |
| Website | softwarefreedom.org |
The Software Freedom Law Center (SFLC) is an organization that provides pro bono legal representation and related services to not-for-profit developers of free software/open source software. It was launched in February 2005 with Eben Moglen as chairman. Initial funding of US$4 million was pledged by Open Source Development Labs.
A news article stated:
Moglen expects — in fact, plans for — a large turnover in the staff. After five years, he anticipates 20 to 30 lawyers will have passed through the Center. By the time these alumni move on, Moglen hopes that its members will have the expertise to advise both communities and corporations alike. It will also create a loose association whose members can consult with each other as necessary.[1]
- ^ "NewsForge | Moglen plans "general counsel's office for the entire movement"". Archived from the original on 2006-11-14. Retrieved 2006-11-14.