The Institute for Justice is a non-profit legal organization based in the United States. Founded in 1991, it focuses on defending individual liberties and promoting free markets through litigation, advocacy, and education. The organization often takes on cases related to property rights, economic liberty, and free speech. The Institute engages in strategic litigation to challenge laws and regulations that it views as unjust. It aims to protect the rights of individuals against government overreach and to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to pursue their own economic interests without unnecessary interference.