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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Kristen Hamilton |
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President-Elect
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James R. Antoniono |
| 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," meaning lawyers choose to join it. The PBA helps its members in many ways. They offer helpful publications and support for their law practices. They also provide chances for lawyers to meet and learn from each other. Plus, they offer "continuing education," which means lawyers can keep learning new things even after they finish law school.
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What is the PBA?
The Pennsylvania Bar Association is like a club for lawyers. It helps them do their jobs better. The PBA also works to improve the legal system in Pennsylvania. They make sure lawyers follow good rules and help people understand the law.
Who Can Join the PBA?
To join the Pennsylvania Bar Association, a lawyer must be in good standing. This means they follow all the rules for lawyers in Pennsylvania. They also need to be licensed to practice law there.
Lawyers licensed in other states can join too. They become "associate members." This is for lawyers who are not licensed in Pennsylvania.
If you are a student studying to become a lawyer, you can join for free! This helps future lawyers connect with the legal world.
How the PBA is Organized
The PBA has leaders who help run the organization. These leaders include a president, a president-elect, and a vice president. They guide the association and its activities. The PBA was officially started on July 9, 1895.
The Pennsylvania Bar Foundation
The Pennsylvania Bar Foundation is a special part of the PBA. It's a "charitable organization," which means it does good work for the public. It was created in 1984. The Foundation helps the PBA with its public service projects. It is managed by a group of 23 directors. The money for the Foundation comes from people who choose to donate.
The Young Lawyers Division
The Young Lawyers Division is a group within the PBA. It's for members who are 40 years old or younger. It's also for those who have been practicing law for less than five years. If you meet these requirements, membership in this division is free and automatic. It helps new lawyers get started and connect with others.
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Pennsylvania Bar Association headquarters in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
