The BBA recognizes that different lawyers practice in different settings, and its dues structure takes into account how different practice environments and locations may affect bar association participation. Below are our membership categories and the qualifications for each. In order to join or to continue as a BBA member, a lawyer must be a member in good standing of all bars to which he or she is admitted. Regular Member A lawyer who either resides Member or practices inside Route 128.
Regular members receive all of the rights and privileges of membership.
A lawyer employed by a Boston Bar Association Sponsor Firm, i.e., a firm or law department that commits to signing its lawyers as BBA members. Sponsor firm members receive all of the rights and privileges of membership. Associate Member A lawyer who does not reside or practice inside Route 128. Associate members do not have the right to vote or hold office. A lawyer who is solely employed by a federal or state governmental agency.