Join BWLA
BWLA is committed to promoting excellence in the profession and encouraging the inclusion of African-American attorneys in law firms, the judiciary, governmental agencies and corporations. Become a BWLA member and join us in this cause!
Click HERE to download our membership form (PDF) or fill out our online membership and payment form below.
Zelle/Quickypay Payments can be made to treasurer.bwla@gmail.com
Membership Dues
Membership Options
FULL MEMBERSHIP
$100.00/YEAR
Individual duly licensed to practice law and in good standing in the bar.
NEW ADMITTEE
(FULL MEMBERSHIP)
FREE
Free membership for first year after admittance to the Bar.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
$100.00/YEAR
Individual not licensed to practice law, but completed the study of law and received a JD or equivalent.
PARALEGAL MEMBERSHIP
$100.00/YEAR
Individual working in a legal setting as a paralegal.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
$10.00/YEAR
Individual currently registered for and engaged in the study of law at any college, university or school of law.
Make a Donation (Optional)
BWLA Scholarship Fund Donation
Tax-exempt donation supports annual scholarship awards to law students.
You can also donate to the Scholarship Fund through the
Scholarship Donation Page.
BWLA Operating Expense Donation
Supports funding for community service events and other BWLA programming.
BWLA Member Hardship Donation
Supports BWLA membership for unemployed/underemployed black woman lawyer.
Online Membership Form
Please fill out the form below and also make an online payment in the next step to complete your online membership application.