FREE ABA Membership

Did you know that you are eligible for a free ABA membership if you are currently an active-duty Judge Advocate and have been licensed to practice law for five years or less?

Membership Discount

For those not eligible for a free membership, the ABA is offering a new, lower group membership rate for active-duty military lawyers, retired JAG officers and reservists. Military lawyers can now join at the group rate for only $70 per year and pay individually through the online form.
ABA membership delivers resources that help Judge Advocates develop professionally both during their service and as they transition to civilian life. Membership benefits include:

1. Access to specialized areas of law content for in-depth examination of issues and regulations-over 30 specialty groups serve members in areas such as public contract law, family law and litigation.
2. Free subscriptions to the ABA Journal magazine and electronic ABA Journal newsletter for the latest legal news, practice issues and national trends.
3. Free education resources including webinars, discussion groups, podcasts and member-only website content.
4. Networking opportunities in-person and virtually to connect with experienced national legal experts and cutting-edge thought leaders.
   
   

Book Sponsored by LAMP Committee

A Judge's Benchbook for the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, by Colonel John S. Odom, Jr., USAF, Retired, is designed to acquaint judges of all levels regarding the provisions that protect servicemembers while they serve on active duty, because many judges are unfamiliar with the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.

The Benchbook was published in July 2011, and is available on the ABA Web Store. All ABA Members may purchase this book at a discounted price.

Military members can purchase this book with a 20% discount. To receive the 20% discount code, click here and log on, or contact militaryprobono@americanbar.org.