ABA Membership and Discounts

ABA Membership 

ABA Membership

Learn about the benefits of ABA Membership!

You may be eligible for the ABA’s lower annual dues rates:

0-4 Years Since Original Bar Admission $75
5-9 Years Since Original Bar Admission $150
Government Lawyers $150
Non-Profit/Public Interest Lawyers $150
Solo Practitioners $150
Small Firm Lawyers (working in firms with 2 to 5 lawyers) $150
Retirees or Inactive Lawyers $150

 


Books Available at a Discounted Rate for ABA Members
 

Military personnel are involved in the same domestic situations as civilians--divorce, separation, custody, support, and property division. Yet when a military client is involved, special issues arise that makes a divorce case more difficult. Covering all facets of representing servicemembers and their spouses in divorce, this comprehensive resource clearly explains issues such as the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and provides expert guidance on handling a military divorce. Written by Mark Eugene Sullivan, The Military Divorce Handbook, 3rd Edition, continues to be a pertinent resource and a helpful legal guide for attorneys handling family law cases in the military context. The hands-on knowledge contained in this accessible handbook is essential for family lawyers so they can provide professional representation for their client, whether servicemember or spouse. This book is sponsored by the Family Law Section and is available on the ABA Web Store.

 

The Military Discharge Upgrade Legal Practice Manual, written by Elizabeth R Gwin, Margaret Kuzma, Dana Montalto, and Daniel L Nagin, is now available for purchase on the ABA Website. This Manual provides a comprehensive guide to representing veterans with less-than-honorable or otherwise stigmatizing discharges before military review boards. It serves as a desktop reference for anyone interested in advocating for veterans, restoring honor to those who have served, and opening doors to life-altering support.

 

The American Bar Association Legal Guide for Military Families, is the complete resource for servicemembers, veterans, and their families. This guide will help all servicemembers clarify their legal issues, understand the options, and locate assistance. Topics are presented in an easy-to-read format and every chapter includes a resources section with phone numbers, websites, and contacts to help servicemembers find answers and move forward. You can purchase the book on the ABA website