Advocate for the Profession
The ABA works to promote the best quality legal education, competence, ethical conduct and professionalism, and pro bono and public service work in the legal profession.
The American Bar Association works tirelessly to uphold the ideals of liberty and justice #ForAll.
The ABA works to promote the best quality legal education, competence, ethical conduct and professionalism, and pro bono and public service work in the legal profession.
The ABA maintains a longstanding commitment to diversity by eliminating bias and enhancing inclusion in the Association, the legal profession and the justice system.
The organization aims to provide benefits, programs and services which promote members' professional growth and quality of life.
Increase public understanding of and respect for the rule of law, the legal process, and the role of the legal profession at home and throughout the world.
Founded in 1878, the ABA is committed to advancing the rule of law across the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, law school accreditation, model ethics codes and more.
ABA Standards for Legal Education
The ABA adopts standards for legal education, which leads, in 1952, to law school accreditation.
ABA President Charles Rhyne Envisions National Law Day
At Rhyne’s urging, President Eisenhower proclaims first national Law Day for May 1, 1958.
ABA Key in Creating Legal Services Corporation
The ABA is instrumental in passage of federal legislation to create the Legal Services Corporation.
Advancing Rule of Law Around the World
After the fall of the Berlin Wall, the ABA establishes what will become the Rule of Law Initiative.
A First of Many Firsts
The ABA saw a series of leadership firsts: Roberta Cooper Ramo as the first female ABA president (1995), William G. Paul as the first Native American male ABA president (1999), Dennis Archer as the first African American male ABA president (2003), Stephen N. Zack as the first Hispanic male ABA president (2010), Paulette Brown as the first African American female ABA president (2015), and Mary Smith as the first Native American female president (2023).
William R. “Bill” Bay serves as the ABA President.
Explore the most sought-after benefits of joining the ABA.
Top-Tier Continuing Legal Education
Access the ABA's CLE Member Benefit Library with over 500 programs that cover a range of topics. Meet CLE requirements, including your ethics and specialty credits, with this resource.
Access to the Nation's Largest Legal Network
Connect with legal professionals at in-person conferences and virtual events, and foster collaboration and innovation in the legal field.
Exceptional Career Advancement Resources
Enhance your professional journey with tailored job boards, insightful content and valuable discounts designed to support your growth in the legal profession.
Find the resources you need including, practice-specific committees, top-tier CLE, peer-reviewed scholarly journals, curated content and more when you join a Section, Division or Forum.
The ABA Leadership team includes Officers, the Board of Governors, the House of Delegates, and Senior Officials. Learn more about the dedicated member leaders here.
The ABA Fund for Justice and Education is a 501(c)(3) charitable fund that supports the public service and educational programs of the American Bar Association.
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