FBA Member Benefits

The Federal Bar Association (FBA) offers a dynamic community for legal professionals at all stages of their careers. Whether you are a private practice attorney, a government lawyer, a judge, or a law student, FBA membership provides valuable resources, networking opportunities, and access to essential educational programs. By joining the FBA, you connect with a nationwide network of colleagues, gain insights from thought leaders in the legal profession, and contribute to advancing federal practice.

Explore our various membership options below, and find the one that fits your needs. No matter where you are in your legal journey, the FBA offers tools and support to help you succeed.

Discounted Membership Rate

Annually

$155

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership, but at a reduced rate.

  • Newer Attorneys (admitted to practice for 5 years or less).

  • Solo Practitioners.

  • Public Sector Attorneys

  • Retired Attorneys.

Professional Membership

$300

Annually

  • Full access to FBA resources, educational programs, and publications.

  • Networking opportunities within the Federal Bar community.

  • Access to national meetings and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events.

Sustaining Membership

$500

Annually

  • Receive a 5% discount on FBA member-rate registration fees for all national meetings and national CLE events.

  • Recognition in The Federal Lawyer Magazine.

  • Part of your dues support FBA’s educational programs and publications.

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership

Foreign Associates

$300

Annually

  • Full access to FBA resources, educational programs, and publications.

  • Networking opportunities with U.S. and international legal professionals

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership

Free Memberships

Law Students

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership

  • Networking opportunities within the legal community.

  • Special resources designed for law students and early career professionals

Faculty Advisors

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership

  • Complimentary membership during your time as a faculty advisor

Law Clerks

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership

  • Complimentary membership during service

Bench

  • Same benefits as the Professional membership

  • Honorary membership with full access to resources.