Overview of NYSBA Membership
I am a past member and would like to rejoin NYSBA.
Please click the button below to ‘Rejoin Online,’ or contact the Member Resource Center at 1-800-582-2452 or via email at mrc@nysba.org.
I am not a current member and would like to join NYSBA.
We are excited to have you! You will want to begin by creating a new profile, so click on the link below and follow the on-screen instructions to get started. Don’t forget to explore the other tabs on this page to find information on dues, Sections, programs and offers available with your Membership.
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If you experience challenges joining or re-joining, contact the Member Resource Center Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 1-800-582-2452 or via email at mrc@nysba.org.
If you’re unsure which Membership package is right for you, see the Membership Packages and Dues tab on the left side bar.
Membership options designed to meet you where you are in your career
Attorneys
All membership packages for attorneys, regardless of years of practice, include the following standard benefits:
- Access to all NYSBA partner benefits
- 25% minimum discount on all NYSBA-delivered CLE programs (Live & On-Demand)
- 25% minimum discount on all NYSBA print/online publications and online forms
- Complimentary subscriptions to: Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
If you are an international attorney, you do not need to be licensed in New York state to be a NYSBA Member. Find more information on International Membership here.
Explore the tabs below to find the additional benefits available to you based on your years of practice.
Annual Rate: Complimentary
For attorneys admitted July 2022 or after*
All standard benefits, including:
- Access to all NYSBA partner benefits
- 25% minimum discount on all NYSBA-delivered CLE programs (Live & On-Demand)
- 25% minimum discount on all NYSBA print/online publications and online forms
- Complimentary subscriptions to: Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
*First-year attorneys can upgrade their membership to $95 and receive numerous additional benefits. See the next drop-down item for more details.
Annual Rate: $95
For attorneys admitted January 2020-June 2022
All standard benefits (see above) plus:
- Complimentary membership to Young Lawyers Section
- 2.0 MCLE on-demand credits of your choice
- Complimentary CPLR on-demand program
- Access to complimentary downloadable forms
- 1-year resume posting via Career Center
Annual Rate: $175
For attorneys admitted 2016-2019
All standard benefits (see above) plus:
- 4.0 MCLE on-demand credits of your choice
- Access to complimentary downloadable forms
- 1-year resume posting via Career Center
Annual Rate: $275
Attorneys admitted 2015 and prior
All standard benefits (see above) plus:
- 6.0 MCLE on-demand credits of your choice
- Access to complimentary downloadable forms
- 1-year resume posting via Career Center
Law Students
All membership packages for law students include the following standard benefits:
- Access to all NYSBA partner benefits
- Student loan benefits and savings with SoFi
- Monthly subscription to the NYSBA student e-newsletter
- Complimentary digital subscriptions to: Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
Explore the tabs below to find any additional benefits that might be available to you based on your package.
Annual Rate: Complimentary
All standard benefits, including:
- Access to all NYSBA partner benefits
- Student loan benefits and savings with SoFi
- Monthly subscription to the NYSBA student e-newsletter
- Complimentary digital subscriptions to: Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
Annual Rate: $45
All standard benefits (see above) plus:
- Complimentary membership to Young Lawyers Section ($20 savings)
- $200 discount off the seasonal sale price of a Kaplan Bar Review course
- 20% off membership to CaseBrief’s StudyBuddy Pro platform
- 1-year resume posting via Career Center
- Complimentary e-book copy of the NYSBA publication The Courts of New York: A Guide to Court Procedures ($25 value)
- Complimentary digital subscriptions to: Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
To upgrade your membership to Premium please call our Member Resource Center at 1-800-582-2452
Other Member Types
Annual Rate: $100
The non-attorney affiliate package for paralegals includes:
- CPLR Update
- 25% minimum discount on CLE programs
- 25% minimum discount on NYSBA publications and forms
- Access to complimentary downloadable forms
- 1-year resume posting via Career Center
- Complimentary subscriptions to Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
We are happy to offer membership options to individuals holding a JD, not admitted to practice, who work for a law school or bar association.
Annual Rate: $185
All standard benefits, including:
- Access to all NYSBA partner benefits
- 25% minimum discount on all NYSBA-delivered CLE programs (Live & On-Demand)
- 25% minimum discount on all NYSBA print/online publications and online forms
- Complimentary subscriptions to: Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
A specialized membership experience
50+ Lawyers (Attorneys age 50 and over)
Antitrust Law
Business Law
Cannabis Law
Commercial & Federal Litigation
Corporate Counsel
Criminal Justice
Dispute Resolution
Elder Law & Special Needs
Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law
Environmental & Energy Law
Family Law
Food, Drug & Cosmetic Law
General Practice
Health Law
Intellectual Property Law
International
Judicial (Limited to Judges of Courts of Record)
Labor & Employment Law
LGBTQ Law
Local and State Government Law
Real Property Law
Tax
Torts, Insurance, & Compensation Law
Trial Lawyers
Trusts & Estates Law
Women in Law
Young Lawyers (Law students and attorneys admitted less than 10 years)
Business Service Discounts
Platinum Partner
Silver Partner
Silver Partner
Bronze Partner
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Financial Services and Insurance Program
Platinum Partner
Discount Provider
Legal Research and Alert Tools
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Sports and Entertainment Offers
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Travel Discounts
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Become a member benefit partner
Interested in becoming a member benefit partner? Fill out the RFP form.
Experience the value of NYSBA’s enterprise firm membership. Enroll all attorneys and receive discounted pricing on regular membership dues, plus easy access to NYSBA’s online on-demand professional development in one convenient location.
NYSBA for Paralegals
The New York State Bar Association is happy to announce that paralegals are now able to join the Association as non-attorney affiliates!
Paralegals play an integral role in the legal process by supporting attorneys in the delivery of legal services. As a non-attorney paralegal affiliate, NYSBA will provide access to top-notch legal resources and professional development allowing paralegals to stay ahead of the curve.
The non-attorney affiliate package for paralegals is $100 annually and includes:
- CPLR Update
- 25% minimum discount on CLE programs
- 25% minimum discount on NYSBA publications and forms
- Access to complimentary downloadable forms
- 1-year resume posting via Career Center
- Complimentary subscriptions to Bar Journal, State Bar News, New York State Law Digest and CasePrepPlus
A way to contribute even further
Through your leadership, stewardship and legal expertise, your Sustaining Membership shows you are committed to legal industry growth and excellence. Your intellectual and financial support drives the mission of the New York State Bar Association and the Rule of Law. The contributions made by this valued group of distinguished attorneys help support initiatives that allow NYSBA to maintain its leadership position as the voice of New York attorneys. Sustaining Member dues go towards funding important programs and services including membership initiatives, advocacy, pro bono, mock trial events and more. Without the contributions of our Sustaining Members, the important work of the Association serving the legal profession and the public would suffer greatly.
As a Sustaining Member you will receive enhanced benefits and additional recognition to allow you to display your Membership proudly.
- A special platinum Sustaining Membership card
- Recognition on our Sustaining Member list available on the website, in the Bar Journal and on a running list visible in the Bar Center entryway
- Complimentary Sustaining Member pin, window cling and email signature line that allow you to proudly display your membership.
- Additional 10% discount off existing member pricing for CLE programs (Live & On-Demand)
- Additional 10% discount off existing member pricing for publications and online forms
Annual Rate: $150.00 (added to your Member rate)
Save on CLE
Now Available for $495
Unlimited access to hundreds of On Demand CLE programs delivered by some of the most knowledgeable attorneys in the profession.
The CLE All Access Pass gives you access to nearly 900 on-demand CLE programs, available 24/7.
Valid for twelve months, the Pass is available for purchase during the renewal process in the Membership Dashboard. Please review CLE Board requirements before purchasing. This is a one-time charge and is not eligible for monthly installments. Access starts upon receipt.
Providing assistance to those who need it
The Dues Waiver Program is intended to help Members by providing assistance to attorneys whose financial circumstances are such that full payment of membership dues would pose a financial hardship. Situations which would merit a dues waiver include:
- Unemployment or income constraints
- Time out from practice for family or health reasons
- Reduced income based upon extraordinary practice or business losses
Dues Waiver criteria:
- Applicants must have been a member of NYSBA for 3 consecutive years prior to requesting a dues waiver.
- Applicants whose adjusted gross annual income exceeds $75,000 USD will be considered ineligible for the dues waiver program
- If the applicant is unemployed or underemployed, and their adjusted gross annual income is less than $75,000 USD, they may receive a reduction in annual dues
- Applicants may receive dues waivers/reductions for no more than five total years over the course of their NYSBA membership.
A dues waiver request must be submitted prior to June 30th of the specific membership year one is wishing to join. If approved, an individual may receive a dues reduction of 25%-100% depending on their circumstances.
Member Referral Program
Help us grow our community by referring a new member.
Building a global legal community of culturally diverse attorneys increases the New York State Bar Association’s strengths, capabilities, and adaptability. Varied member perspectives allow the association to address societal and member needs while connecting members across states and continents. You can help us expand our reach and our influence as the voice of the legal community by referring new members and sharing the value of NYSBA membership.
We appreciate every member referral, and your support in building the future of the legal profession!
Referring a new member is easy. Attorneys joining can access the QR code provided or contact our Member Resource Center at 1-800-582-2452 and provide the name of the referring member.
We're here to help
If you have general questions about Membership, or if you are a past member looking to rejoin NYSBA, please feel free to contact the Member Resource Center by phone or email.
Phone: 1-800-582-2452
Email: mrc@nysba.org
Hours: Monday thru Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Membership Cards
To learn more about NYSBA Membership cards and ordering a replacement card, should yours become lost or stolen, please visit this page: https://staging.nysba.cliquedomains.com/membership-cards/