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Join one of the oldest and largest LGBTQ+ bar associations in the country: a community of LGBTQ+ and allied attorneys, judges, legal scholars and law students across Greater New York. Connect with mentors, earn CLE credit, read LGBT Law Notes, and help lead our pro bono and civil rights work.

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Member Benefits

What Membership Includes

  • LGBT Law Notes Member access to the nation's oldest continuously published legal journal on LGBTQ+ law.
  • CLE Programs Accredited Continuing Legal Education on current issues in LGBTQ+ law and practice.
  • Mentorship Our Mentoring Program and Judicial Pathway Program for students, newer attorneys and future judges.
  • Committees & Sections Lead advocacy, programming and community work alongside colleagues.
  • Pro Bono Service Volunteer at our Tuesday Night Legal Clinic and other community projects.
  • Community & Events Seasonal mixers, the Judicial Reception, Pride, the Holiday Party and more.

Join or Renew in Three Steps

  1. 1Choose your tier below. Dues are on a sliding scale from $40 to $190 a year.
  2. 2Sign in or create your profile on our membership portal.
  3. 3Check out. First-time attorney members get 10% off automatically.

Law students and recent graduates not yet admitted to the bar join free.

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Choose Your Tier

Select Your Membership Category

All memberships are for individuals and run through June 30 of the current membership year.

Law Students & Recent Graduates

Law Student

For currently enrolled law students. Includes the Law Students Committee, mentoring and student mixers.
Free

Join for Free

Recent Law Graduate

For recent graduates not yet admitted to the bar. A bridge membership with full access to mentoring, panels and networking.
Free

Join for Free

Attorneys: Sliding Scale by Annual Income

For members of the bar and attorneys retired from practice. Choose the tier that matches your annual income.

Under $30,000

$40 / year

Become a Member

$30,000 – $50,000

$55 / year

Become a Member

$50,000 – $75,000

$95 / year

Become a Member

$75,000 – $100,000

$135 / year

Become a Member

$100,000 – $150,000

$165 / year

Become a Member

Over $150,000

$190 / year

Become a Member

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the membership year begin and end?

The membership year runs from July 1 through June 30. If you join mid-year, your dues are prorated and your membership stays active through June 30 of the current year.

How do I renew my membership?

You can renew starting 60 days before your expiration date. Choose your tier above and sign in to your account. If you haven't used our membership portal before, register as a new member; your profile will carry over for future renewals.

Can I change my tier if my income changes?

Yes. You can update your practice information and tier during the annual renewal in June.

How do I get the 10% first-time attorney discount?

It is applied automatically at checkout when you join and create a profile for the first time.

Are dues tax-deductible?

The LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York is a 501(c)(6) professional organization. Dues are not deductible as charitable contributions but may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Please consult your tax professional.

How do I join a committee or section after signing up?

Visit our Committees & Sections page, or complete the Committee & Section Interest Form and a chair will follow up.

Who do I contact if I'm having trouble with the portal?

Email info@lgbtbarny.org and we will help with any account or technical questions.

For Organizations

Law Notes Organizational Subscriptions

Institutional digital access to LGBT Law Notes, including the digital archive, for law firms, law schools, judicial chambers and legal organizations.

Up to 50 Readers

Institutional digital access to Law Notes and the digital archive.
$150 / year

Subscribe

More than 50 Readers

Institutional digital access to Law Notes and the digital archive.
$300 / year

Subscribe

Subscription + Event Attendance

Institutional digital access to Law Notes and the digital archive, plus one registration for all non-gala, non-fundraising events.
$500 / year

Subscribe

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