Law Firms and Lawyers Associations in the USA



  • Alabama Defense Lawyers Association
    The Alabama Defense Lawyers Association is the State membership organization of all lawyers involved in the defense of civil litigation. As such, the ADLA wishes to express its strong commitment to the goal of diversity in its membership. Our member attorneys conduct business throughout the United States, and the ADLA values highly the perspectives and varied experiences which are found only in a diverse membership. The promotion and retention of a diverse membership is essential to the success of our organization as a whole as well as our respective professional pursuits. Diversity brings to our organization a broader and richer environment which produces creative thinking and solutions. As such, the ADLA embraces and encourages diversity in all aspects of its activities. The ADLA is committed to creating and maintaining a culture that supports and promotes diversity in its organization.
  • American Association for Justice (AAJ)
    The Mission Of The American Association For Justice Is To Promote A Fair And Effective Justice System – And To Support The Work Of Attorneys In Their Efforts To Ensure That Any Person Who Is Injured By The Misconduct Or Negligence Of Others Can Obtain Justice In America’s Courtrooms, Even When Taking On The Most Powerful Interests.
  • American College of Trust & Estate Counsel
  • American Corporate Counsel Association
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
    The American Immigration Lawyers Association Is The National Association Of Immigration Lawyers Established To Promote Justice, Advocate For Fair And Reasonable Immigration Law And Policy, Advance The Quality Of Immigration And Nationality Law And Practice, And Enhance The Professional Development Of Its Members.
  • Appellate Lawyers Association (ALA)
    Our Mission Is To: Systematically Review All Pertinent Legislation And Rules Of Court Affecting Jurisdiction And Procedure In The Appeal Of Cases To Achieve Greater Clarity, Fairness And Comprehensiveness. Facilitate Closer And More Effective Liaisons Between Lawyers Concentrating On The Appeal Of Cases, The Appellate Bench And The Legislature. Improve The Standards Of Quality And Competence In The Preparation Of Cases On Appeal. Exchange Ideas And Techniques, Resolve Common Problems, And Discuss Matters Of Mutual Interest To Those Focused On This Field.
  • Arizona Women Lawyers Association (AWLA)
    The Maricopa Chapter Of The Arizona Women Lawyers Association Promotes And Encourages The Success Of Women Lawyers In Maricopa County By Providing Members With Information And Support, By Fostering Connections Among Women Lawyers, And By Monitoring And Celebrating The Successes Of Members And Women Lawyers At-large In Our Community.
  • Asian American Lawyers Association of Massachusetts
  • Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom
    Discuss And Take Action On Questions Of Law And Justice That Affect The Lgbt Community;strengthen Professional And Social Ties Among Lgbt Members Of The Legal Profesion;build Coalitions With Other Legal Organizations To Combat All Forms Of Discrimination;promote The Appointment Of Lgbt Attorneys To The Judiciary, Public Agencies And Commissions In The Bay Area; And Provide A Forum For The Exchange Of Ideas And Information Of Concern To Members Of The Lgbt Legal Community.
  • Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
  • Boston Patent Law Association (BPLA)
    The Boston Patent Law Association (bpla) Is An Association Of Intellectual Property Professionals, Providing Educational Programs And A Forum For The Interchange Of Ideas And Information Concerning Patent, Trademark, And Copyright Laws.
  • California Women Lawyers (CWL)
    The Cwl Foundation Has The Purpose Of Funding Educational And Other Activities To Educate Lawyers And The General Public Regarding Women In The Legal Professional And Legal Issues Pertaining To Women.
  • Chicago Council of Lawyers
    The Chicago Council Of Lawyers Is A Non-partisan Public Interest Bar Association That Is Dedicated To Improving The Quality Of Justice In The Legal System By Advocating For Fair And Efficient Administration Of Justice. The Chicago Council Of Lawyers Works For Effectiveness, Accountability And Equity In The Law So That Everyone Has An Equal Chance For Justice. We Accomplish Our Mission With The Help Of A Dedicated Staff Made Up Of Lawyers, Non-lawyers And Volunteers In The Cook County Area Who Contribute Their Knowledge Of Law, Passion, And Resources. The Chicago Council Of Lawyers' Mission- To Promote Justice For All Individuals Locally And Nationally- Is Exhibited By Taking Public Positions On Critical Issues, Writing Legislation, Working To Create And Pass Bills At The Local And State Levels, Speaking Out Through The Media, Collaborating With Other Organizations And Holding Public Forums, And Expressing Our Viewpoints Directly To Policymakers.
  • Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA)
    The Purpose Of Consumer Attorneys Of Los Angeles Is: To Represent The Interests Of Plaintiffs' Trial Lawyers And Their Clients. To Improve The Quality Of Legal Representation By Educating Trial Lawyers And Other Legal Professionals. To Encourage Cooperation Among Members. To Promote The Highest Standards Of Ethical Conduct And Integrity Among Trial Lawyers. To Protect The Rights Of Injured Victims. To Promote The Public Good Through Concerted Efforts To Secure Safe Products, A Safe Workplace, A Clean Environment, Eliminate Discrimination, And Quality Health Care. To Improve The Administration Of Justice. To Preserve The Constitutional Right To Trial By Jury.
  • Decalogue Society of Lawyers
    The Decalogue Society Is A Bar Association Of Attorneys Who Are Interested In Maintaining Ties With The Jewish People. Members Are Located Primarily In Illinois, As Well As Other States And Israel. The Society's Members Seek To Combine Aspects Of Their Lives Unique To Being Both Attorneys And Jews. Decalogue Serves As A Crucial And Unique Forum To Combine Those Attributes In The Activities, Goals, And Strength Of A Bar Association.
  • Florida Association of Women Lawyers
  • Florida Defense Lawyers Association (FDLA)
    Its Goals Remain The Same:to Promote A Level Playing Field In Civil Litigation And To Foster Our Members' Growth As Professionals.we Do This Through Our Publications, Quality Cle Programs, Networking And Support Of Fellow Members, And Collegial And Social Membership Meetings. Our Interests Span Such Diverse Issues As Law Practice Economics, Legislative Developments, Influencing Substantive Law, Developing Professional Referrals, Sharing Expert Information, Supporting Members On Statewide Committees And Elected Offices . . The List Is Long.
  • Georgia Association for Women Lawyers (GAWL)
    Founded In 1928, The Georgia Association For Women Lawyers ("gawl") Has Been Proudly Serving The Diverse Interests Of More Than 8000 Women Who Are Admitted To The State Bar Of Georgia For Over 75 Years. Gawl’s Mission Is To Enhance The Welfare And Development Of Women Lawyers And To Support Their Interests. Towards That End, Gawl Has Provided A Forum For Networking, Mentoring, And Leadership Training. Gawl Also Seeks To Support Balance And Quality Of Life For Women Lawyers And To Advocate For A Healthy Work Environment.
  • Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL)
    Our Mission: To Promote Fairness And Justice Through Member Education, Services And Support, Public Outreach, And A Commitment To Quality Representation For All.
  • Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorneys (GRAWA)
    As A Chapter Of The Women’s Bar Of The State Of New York, The Mission Of The Greater Rochester Association For Women Attorneys Is To Promote The Advancement Of The Status Of Women In Society And Of Women In The Legal Profession; Promote The Fair And Equal Administration Of Justice; And Act As A Unified Voice For Its Members With Respect To Issues Of Statewide, National And International Significance To Women Generally And To Women Attorneys In Particular.
  • International Lawyers Network
    The ILN is an association of 89 high-quality, full-service law firms with over 5,000 lawyers world-wide. The Network provides clients with easily accessible legal services in 69 countries on six continents. ILN member firms offer expertise in a broad range of practice areas, including: Corporate and commercial law; Securities law; Taxation Commercial litigation; Employment and expatriate law; Government contracting; Intellectual property law; Estate planning and administration; Alternative dispute resolution
  • International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA)
  • Iowa Women Attorneys Association (IOWA)
    I.o.w.a. Promotes The Welfare And Interest Of Women Lawyers, Maintains The Honor And Integrity Of The Profession Of Law, Secures Justice And Equality For All Persons Within The State, And Advances The Following Goals: To Promote Full Participation Of Women Attorneys In All The Rights, Privileges, Benefits And Responsibilities Of The Legal Profession To Promote Issues Of Statewide, National And International Significance Which Relate To Women Lawyers And Women As Affected By The Law And The Legal System To Support The Iowa State Bar Association And Other Organizations In Advancing The Status Of Women In Society To Promote The Growth Of Local Bar Associations For Women And Assist In Their Activities, And To Provide A System Of Communication And Support Among Its Members.
  • Italian American Lawyers Assn. (IALA)
    The Italian American Lawyers Assn. (iala), A Los Angeles-area Bar Association, Was Founded In 1977. It Is Known For Its Outstanding Speakers, Authentic Italian Meals, And A Zip No Other Bar Association We Know Of Has. Annual Events Include The Installation Ball, The "gaelic And Garlic Night" Held In Conjunction With The Irish American Bar Assn., "a Night With The Supreme Court" Featuring Members Of Our State's High Court, And "marco Polo Night" Held Jointly With The Southern California Chinese Lawyers Assn. And The Japanese American Bar Assn.
  • Italian American Lawyers Association (IALA)
    The Italian American Lawyers Assn. (iala), A Los Angeles-area Bar Association, Was Founded In 1977. It Is Known For Its Outstanding Speakers, Authentic Italian Meals, And A Zip No Other Bar Association We Know Of Has. Annual Events Include The Installation Ball, The "gaelic And Garlic Night" Held In Conjunction With The Irish American Bar Assn., "a Night With The Supreme Court" Featuring Members Of Our State's High Court, And "marco Polo Night" Held Jointly With The Southern California Chinese Lawyers Assn. And The Japanese American Bar Assn.
  • Korean American Lawyers Association (KALAGNY)
    Kalagny Is A Non-profit Organization Established In 1986 To Promote The Interests And Benefits Of Its Members Made Up Of Mostly Korean-heritage Attorneys Practicing In Greater New York. Its Membership Is Open To Not Only Korean-speaking Attorneys Of New York But Also Any Attorneys Duly Licensed To Practice In The State Of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut And Beyond, Regardless Of Their Age, Sex And Heritage.
  • La Raza Lawyers Association of California
    La Raza Lawyers of California is an non-profit association organized in 1977 to support Chicano and Latino Lawyers in California and serve as a statewide network for local affiliate La Raza Lawyers Groups. We meet quarterly at various locations around the state and represent 16 different local organizations with over 2,000 attorneys.
  • Lesbian and Gay Law Association
    The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgender Law Association Of Greater New York (legal) Is An Association Of The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, And Transgendered (lgbt) Legal Community In The New York Metropolitan Area.
  • Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (LACDL )
    The Louisiana Association Criminal Defense Lawyers—founded In 1985 By Criminal Defense Lawyers, For Criminal Defense Lawyers—is A Very Active Organization Of Almost 400 Members. One Of The Most Important Features Of Lacdl Is The Understanding That With The Organization "you Are Not Alone."
  • Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL)
    Macdl Is Formed Exclusively For Charitable, Scientific And Educational Purposes Which Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following Urposes: A. To Provide Support For Criminal Defense Lawyers In The Practice Of Their Craft, Including, But Not Limited To, A Strike Force, Amicus Briefs, And Other Services Which Will Improve The Quality Of Representation Of The Accused; B. To Protect The Individual Rights Of The Citizens Of The Commonwealth As Guaranteed By The Declaration Of Rights Of The Massachusetts Constitution And The United States Constitution, Including, Most Particularly, The Right To Counsel; C. To Promote The Exchange Of Experience, Legal Precedent, And Research Among Criminal Defense Lawyers Throughout The Commonwealth; D. To Enlighten The Public About The Legitimate Role Of Criminal Defense Lawyers In Society; E. To Maintain The Integrity And Independence Of Criminal Defense Lawyers; F. To Preserve The Adversary System Of Justice; G. To Coordinate Efforts With National And Local Bar Associations That Are Concerned With Criminal Justice.
  • Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association (MBLA)
  • Massachusetts District Attorneys Association (MDAA)
    The Mdaa's Mission Is To Promote Public Safety, The Fair And Effective Administration Of Justice, The Education Of Prosecutors And The Safeguarding Of Victims' Rights.
  • Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association (MELA)
    The Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association (mela) Is A Non-profit, Unincorporated Association Of Lawyers Dedicated To Advancing The Rights Of Individual Employees In The Workplaces Of Massachusetts. Mela Is Affiliated With The National Employment Lawyer's Association. Like Our National Counterpart, Our Purpose And Goal Is To Protect And Promote The Rights Of Working People Through Litigation And Advocacy On Behalf Of Our Clients And Through The Important Work Done By Our Standing Committees.
  • Meritas Law Firms Worldwide
    Meritas is a global alliance of business law firms that deliver localized legal service of the highest quality on a fully coordinated basis. In 1990 a lawyer became frustrated with the lack of quality control in hiring business law firms outside his jurisdiction. He set about developing his own system for selecting and evaluating firm performance. He then began inviting like-minded firms worldwide to join a non-profit organization for their mutual benefit. Today, that organization is Meritas with over 170 firms located in more than 60 countries and encompassing 5,700 lawyers. Membership in Meritas is growing and continues to be extended by invitation only.
  • Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers (MABL)
    The Minnesota Association Of Black Lawyers (mabl) Is The Leading Minority Bar Association Organized To Promote And Support The Professional Development Of Black Lawyers, Judges, And Law Students In Minnesota. To This End, Mabl Is Committed To The Overall Goal Of Representing The Interests Of Black Citizens And Their Community In The Legal Profession And In The Judicial System Throughout The State.
  • Minnesota County Attorneys Association (MCAA)
    It Is The Mission Of The Minnesota County Attorneys Association To Improve The Quality Of Justice In The State Of Minnesota. To Provide Leadership On Legal And Public Policy Issues Related To The Duties Of County Attorneys; To Enhance Communication And Cooperation Between County Attorneys And The Judiciary, County Government, The Bar, And Other Public And Private Organizations Concerned With The Administration Of Justice; To Foster Professionalism And Competency By Providing Training, Education, And Support To County Attorneys, Assistant County Attorneys And Other Key Constituencies In The Justice System; And, To Enhance Mutual Cooperation And Support Among County Attorney Offices.
  • Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association (MDLA)
    The Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association (mdla) Is An Association Dedicated To Serving The Needs Of Lawyers Engaging Primarily In The Defense And Trial Of Civil Disputes. Mdla Is Affiliated With The Minnesota State Bar Association And Dri -- The Voice Of The Defense Bar.
  • Minnesota Women Lawyers Association (MWL)
    Established In 1972, Minnesota Women Lawyers Mission Is To Secure The Full And Equal Participation Of Women In The Legal Profession And In A Just Society.
  • Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association (MADL)
  • Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL)
  • Nassau Lawyers' Association of Long Island
    The Nassau Lawyers' Association Of Long Island, Formed In 1947, Is An Organization Of Attorneys Joined Together For Fellowship. Its Purpose Is To Aid In The Administration Of Justice And Render Assistance, Wherever Possible, To The Practicing Attorney. With Over Two Hundred Fifty Members, The Nassau Lawyers' Association Ranks As One Of The Largest Bar Associations Of Its Kind In The Country. Our Membership Is Made Up Of Distinguished Members Of The Bar, Who Specialize In Fields Such As Matrimonial Law, Tort Law, Corporate Law, Construction Law, Trusts And Estates, And Real Estate Law. The Members Are Always Available To Assist Each Other And Offer Advice In Their Particular Field.
  • National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA)
    We On The Board Of Illinois Nela Are Dedicated To The Mission Of Giving Our Members The Best Value They Can Ever Find In A Lawyers' Organization, While At The Same Time Looking Out For Our Members' Interests On Judicial Nominations And Legislation.
  • New York County Lawyers' Association (NYCLA)
    The Following Mission Statement* Was Adopted By The Board On November 11, 2003: The Association Is Organized And Shall Be Operated As A Bar Association Exclusively For Charitable And Educational Purposes With The Primary Object Of Promoting The Public Interest By: Advancing The Science Of Jurisprudence; Promoting The Administration Of Justice And Reforms In The Law In The Public Interest; Elevating The Standards Of Integrity, Honor And Courtesy In The Legal Profession And Fostering The Spirit Of Collegiality Among Members Of The Association And Throughout The Bar; Applying Its Knowledge And Experience In The Field Of Law To The Promotion Of The Public Good; Arranging For The Provision By Its Members Of Free Legal Services For Indigent, Low Income And Other Persons In Need; Ensuring Access To Justice For All; Advocating For A Strong And Independent Judiciary; Encouraging Diversity Throughout The Legal Profession; Maintaining High Ethical Standards For The Bench And Bar; Promoting High-quality Legal Education And Other Resources For Law Students And Lawyers; And Such Other Charitable And Educational Activities Appropriate To A Bar Association As Will Primarily Promote The Public Interest.
  • New York Intellectual Property Law Association
  • New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NYSACDL)
  • New York State Defenders Association (NYSDA)
    The New York State Defenders Association, A Not-for-profit, Membership Organization, Has Been Providing Support To New York's Criminal Defense Community Since 1967. Its Mission Is To Improve The Quality And Scope Of Publicly Supported Legal Representation To Low Income People.
  • Pima County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
    The Pima County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division is a group of attorneys who have been in practice less than 5 years and/or are under the age of 36. By joining the Pima County Bar Association you are automatically a member of the Division. In addition to membership in the Young Lawyers Division, PCBA membership affords opportunities for networking, professional growth and a myriad of community service programs in which you can participate. Although the PCBA/YLD is a division of the Pima County Bar Association, it is governed by its own Board of Directors.
  • San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association (SFLRLA)
    Our Mission Is To Serve The Public Interest By Cultivating The Science Of Jurisprudence; Promoting Reform In The Law; Facilitating The Administration Of Justice; Advancing The Standing Of The Legal Profession; Preserving The High Standards Of Professionalism Among Latino Attorneys; And Cooperating With Other Professional And Community Organizations In The Furtherance Of Our Mission.
  • Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association (SCCLA)
    Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association (sccla) Provides Mutual Support For Chinese And Asian American Lawyers, Jurists And Law Students In Los Angeles And Orange Counties. Our Goals Are: To Advance The Professional Growth And Interests Of Chinese And Asian American Lawyers, Jurists And Law Students; To Improve The Access Of The Chinese And Asian American Community To Legal Services; And To Promote The Interests Of The Chinese American And Broader Asian Pacific American Communities.
  • Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association (FW-TCYLA)
    Founded In 1928, The Fw-tcyla Is A Voluntary Bar Organization For Young Lawyers Living Or Working In Tarrant County. Fw-tcyla Is A Local Affiliate Of The Texas Young Lawyers Association And The American Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division.
  • Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA)
    The Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (tcdla) Is The Largest State Association For Criminal Defense Attorneys In The Nation. Tcdla Started More Than 35 Years Ago As A Small, Non-profit Association And Has Grown Into A State-of-the-art Organization, Providing Assistance, Support And Continuing Education To Its Members. Tcdla Provides A Statewide Forum For Criminal Defense Lawyers And Is The Only Voice In The Legislature Interested In Basic Fairness In Criminal Defense Cases. We Are Proud That Among Our 2600 Members Are Found The “who’s Who” Of The Criminal Defense Profession In Texas.
  • Texas Young Lawyers Associaton (TYLA)
  • Women Lawyers Association (WLAMF)
    Founded In 1983, The Women Lawyers Association Of Michigan Foundation Has As Its Primary Mission: . . Promotion Of Programs Which Enhance Civic Education Through Law, And Promotion Of Scholarships And Opportunities For Women At Primary, Secondary, College And Law School Levels.
  • Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
    The Women Lawyers Association Of Los Angeles ("wlala") Is Dedicated To Promoting The Full Participation Of Women Lawyers And Judges In The Legal Profession, Maintaining The Integrity Of Our Legal System By Advocating Principles Of Fairness And Equality, Improving The Status Of Women In Our Society Including Their Exercise Of Equal Rights And Reproductive Choice, And Actively Working Towards The Furtherance Of These Goals Through Wlala's Committees, Sections And Activities.
  • Women Lawyers' Association Of Greater St. Louis
    The Mission Of The Women Lawyers’ Association Of Greater St. Louis Is To: Promote And Assist Women To Obtain Positions Of Influence And Leadership Within Their Workplace, The Legal Profession, The Judiciary, And The Community, Raise Awareness Of And Fight Biases Against Women Within The Community At Large, The Legal Profession, And Under The Law, Promote And Effect Diversity, Equality, And Justice Under The Law And Within The Legal System, Support Women Lawyers In Their Personal And Professional Lives, Provide Opportunities For Volunteerism And Advocacy On Issues Affecting Women, And Collaborate With Other Individuals And Organizations To Improve The Status Of Women.

See also Trial Lawyers Associations