Pennsylvania Bar Association facts for kids
Logo of the Pennsylvania Bar Association
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| Formation | July 1, 1895 |
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| Type | Legal Society |
| Headquarters | Philadelphia (1895-1933) Harrisburg (1933-present) Pittsburgh (2016-present) |
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Membership
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Pennsylvania-licensed lawyers |
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President
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Michael J. McDonald |
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President-Elect
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Nancy Conrad |
| Website | http://www.pabar.org/ |
The Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) is a group for lawyers and law students in Pennsylvania, United States. It's a voluntary association, which means lawyers choose to join it. A bar association is like a club for lawyers. They work together to improve the legal profession.
The PBA helps its members in many ways. They offer useful publications and support for their law practices. Members can also connect with other lawyers. The association provides continuing education to help lawyers keep learning new things. This helps them stay updated on laws and legal practices.
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Who Can Join the PBA?
Joining the Pennsylvania Bar Association is open to many people. Any lawyer who is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania can become a member. They must also be in good standing, meaning they follow all the rules.
Lawyers licensed in other states can also join. They become associate members even if they are not licensed in Pennsylvania. The PBA also offers free memberships for students currently studying law.
How the PBA is Organized
The Pennsylvania Bar Association has leaders who help run the group. These leaders include a president, a president-elect, and a vice president. The association was officially started on July 9, 1895.
The PBA's Charitable Work
The Pennsylvania Bar Foundation is a special part of the PBA. It is a charitable organization that helps the public. This foundation was created in 1984. Its main goal is to help the PBA do good things for the community.
The foundation is managed by a group of 23 directors. It gets its money from people who choose to donate. These donations help fund public service projects.
Helping Young Lawyers
The Young Lawyers Division is a group within the PBA. It is for members who are 40 years old or younger. It also includes lawyers who have been practicing law for less than five years.
Membership in this division is free for those who qualify. It helps new and younger lawyers connect and grow in their careers.
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The Pennsylvania Bar Association headquarters in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
