Please note that you do not have to be a lawyer to join the ABA to take advantage of the negotiated rates and other savings.

From the ABA web site:


"Become an ABA Associate if you are a lawyer licensed outside the U.S., a legal educator, a paralegal or a legal assistant, a law-office administrator, a law librarian, a consultant, or someone seeking access to the wealth of ABA benefits to develop a competitive advantage in your field."

"The status is available to lawyers licensed outside the U.S., as well as legal educators, paralegals and legal assistants, law-office administrators, law librarians, consultants, and any other individuals interested in law."

"The ABA fiscal year runs from September 1 through August 31. Associates joining after October 1 are charged a pro-rated rate for ABA dues. Section, Division, and Forum dues are not pro-rated."

"Privileges of Associates
Receive benefits available to ABA members, with the exception of the insurance programs provided through the American Bar Endowment and the American Bar Insurance."

(emphasis mine)

The annual fee is $150.00, prorated as indicated above.