The new and improved FBA website is live!
Please watch this quick video to learn how to log into the new Online Portal for the first time – all users must go through this step to activate their account (current members, past members, non-members).
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Serving the federal practitioner and judiciary since 1920.
The Federal Bar Association (FBA) is dedicated to promoting the welfare, interests, education, and professional development of attorneys involved in federal law. With more than 19,000 members—including 2,000 federal judges—its members run the gamut of federal practice, from small to large firms, corporations and federal agencies. The FBA serves as the catalyst for communication between the bar and the bench, as well as the private and public sectors.
Joining the FBA entitles you to membership within the national organization as well as within your local FBA chapter. Members receive a host of special benefits designed to uphold the mission of the FBA and support each member’s career within the federal legal system. Association activities and member benefits are organized into five primary categories.
Advocacy
The organization’s headquarters are located outside of Washington, D.C., in Arlington, Va., giving it the proximity necessary to remain engaged on behalf of its members.
- Government relations efforts as defined by the FBA Issues Agenda
- Annual Capitol Hill Day
- Monthly updates on recent government relations developments
Networking and Leadership
The FBA is large enough to have an impact on the federal legal profession, but small enough to provide opportunities for networking and leadership. The FBA is governed by a 15-member, elected, Board of Directors and numerous volunteer members.
- More than 100 chapters across all federal circuits
- 24 practice area sections
- 6 career divisions
- Volunteer leadership opportunities within each chapter, section, and division
Looking for someone you met at an FBA function, a schoolmate, or a colleague with whom you have lost touch? Members also have exclusive access to the FBA online directory.
Education
The FBA offers more than 700 credit hours of continuing legal education (CLE) at both the national and local level throughout the year.
- Discounted registration for 10+ National CLE conferences
- Complimentary access to monthly CLE webinars*
- Local chapter-sponsored CLE events
Publications and Communication
As part of your membership, you will receive and have access to:
- The Federal Lawyer magazine
- Biweekly eNewsletter
- Section, division, and chapter newsletters
- Judicial Profiles
FBA members receive priority consideration by the Editorial Board for publishing content in The Federal Lawyer magazine. Members can also author blog posts for the FBA blog.
Legal Career Center
The Legal Career Center is an online resource for both employers looking to hire and job seekers looking for a position within the federal legal community. Employers have the option of posting jobs available to the FBA Legal Career Center only, or to the Legal Job Exchange Network that reaches thousands of potential candidates through the network of partner job boards. Job seekers have free access and can use the Legal Career Center to post resumes, search for jobs, and prepare for interviews, as they launch their careers.
Exclusive Member Discounts
FBA members receive discounted rates for CLE and networking events, publications, and other services. Sustaining members receive an additional 5 percent off the member rates for event registration! To become a sustaining member, contact the membership department at (571) 481-9100 or membership@fedbar.org.
Partner Organization Discounts
The FBA has curated partnerships to deliver products and services to members. Current partnerships include:
- 8am™ LawPay—Streamlined billing platform
- ALPS—Law firm insurance carrier
- SoFi—Student loan refinancing
Online FBA Store
The FBA Store includes products emblazoned with the FBA seal, such as men’s neck and bow ties, pen sets, plaques, lapel pins, and more. These items are perfect for speaker gifts and service recognition awards. Wear and share your membership with pride!
Member Directory
Looking for someone you met at an FBA function, a schoolmate, or a colleague you have lost touch with? Search the Member-Only Directory and you will find information on all its members.
*This is subject to MCLE requirements for your state. Please note that some states do not approve distance learning credits.