The American Bar Association is one of the world’s largest voluntary professional organizations. It is committed to doing what only a national association of attorneys can do: serving our members, …

The American Bar Association (ABA) is a voluntary national bar association of lawyers and law students in the United States, and not specific to any single jurisdiction.

Jan 7, 2026 · Texas is now the first state in the U.S. to eliminate American Bar Association oversight of its law schools, ending the state’s 42-year-long reliance on the national organization.

The American Bar Association Our mission is to serve equally our members, our profession and the public by defending liberty and delivering justice as the national representative of the legal profession.

Welcome to the American Bar Association! As the voice of the legal community, the ABA offers career-building opportunities and benefits, advocates for the profession and promotes the rule of law …

1 day ago · The ABA was founded in 1878 on a commitment to set the legal and ethical foundation for the American nation. Today, it exists as a membership organization and stands committed to its …

The ABA Journal is the flagship magazine of the American Bar Association. Its award-winning legal journalism informs, engages and stimulates important conversations that define the American legal …

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Your ABA Membership rate is based on your years in practice and role in the legal profession. When you join the ABA, the cost of membership quickly pays for itself.

Your ABA Membership opens the door to virtual and in-person meetings nationwide. Find your next ABA Meeting from the list below or search for a specific topic in your practice area.