BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

The DBA has many worthwhile programs that provide service to attorneys, the profession and the community. Some of the member benefits include:

Free MCLE – The DBA offers over 350 MCLE course each year, most of which are offered at no charge. CLE classes are held at the Belo Mansion and also at a North Dallas location. The cost of DBA membership is much less than a single seminar, which can often cost $500-$1,000, not including travel. The money you save obtaining CLE through the DBA will more than offset your membership dues.

Substantive Law Sections – Cutting edge programs through over 25 substantive law sections are available for almost every area of practice. Members meet monthly at Belo, usually at noon or in the evening.

Headnotes and DBA Online– Monthly Headnotes includes a calendar of CLE programs and DBA events and other areas of interest to members, including employment and office-sharing opportunities. Each week, you will receive DBA Online, our weekly e-newsletter.

Mentoring Program - The DBA offers a mentoring program through the Senior Lawyers Committee. Contact (214) 220-7447 for more information.

Peer Assistance–The DBA offers an assistance program for chemical and alcohol dependency problems through its Peer Assistance Committee. Meeting dates are listed in Headnotes each month.

Lawyer Referral Service Panel – You can participate on the DBA Lawyer Referral Service Panel, which assists the public in obtaining legal help. The panel is a great way for small-firm and solo attorneys to gain clients. For information ahernandez@dallasbar.org or (214) 220-7499.

FOR YOUR PRACTICE

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Pictorial Directory – You can include your photo, address, phone number, e-mail and area of practice in the DBA Pictorial Directory, which is available at no charge to members. Send your digital photo to pictorial@dallasbar.org.

Mailing Labels – The DBA provides mailing labels of DBA member names and addresses. Orders must be placed 7 days in advance. (214) 220-7447.

ABA Publication Discounts - Dallas Bar members can purchase ABA books at a 15% discounted rate. For a complete list of titles or to place an order, go to www.ababooks.org. Enter code PAB7EDBA upon checkout and the 15% discount will be automatically applied to your order.

Discount does not apply to ABA-CLE ipod products. For assistance, call (312) 988-6112.

Discounted Office Supplies – DBA members receive a discount on office supplies through Association Members Only. Please contact 1-800-420-6421, extension 222 for a cost comparison and start saving today!

SOCIAL & COMMUNITY WORK

Networking Opportunities – You will find that membership in the DBA and participation in its many activities offers wonderful opportunities for networking with fellow lawyers from all areas of practice. When you come down to DBA’s headquarters, the Belo Mansion for Section meetings and Committee meetings, you will meet other attorneys and generate friendships, resources and referrals.

Pro Bono Work Through the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program – The program offers lawyers a variety of volunteer opportunities to help low-income people in our community through neighborhood clinics. The DBA provides free CLE training seminars to assist you in participating in these clinics.

Membership on DBA Committees – The DBA has over 30 committees, covering numerous issues important to DBA members. Your contribution on these committees can be one of the most rewarding and productive experiences of being a member of the Dallas legal community.

Family Activities - Each year the DBA invites all members to participate in the complimentary Family Holiday Party in December. Families are also encouraged to participate in Habitat for Humanity, the Mother’s Day Brunch and holiday concerts at the Meyerson. See Headnotes for more updates on family activities.

PERSONAL

Bank of America – Take advantage of a low interest rate credit card designed specifically for DBA members! For more information, call 1-800-847-7378, extension 2500.

Fitness Center Discounts – Discounts are available at The Baylor-Tom Landry Fitness Center 214-820-2791, the Texas Club (214) 761-6300, and the Dallas Athletic Club (972) 279-3671.

Country Club Membership - The Golf Club of Dallas, a 52-year old club that offers dining, golf, tennis and other facilities and services to its members, will offer one month dues free as well as other promotions or benefits to DBA members who join the club. For more information, call Tom Easterling at 214-331-4336, extension 224.

Clothing Discounts – DBA members receive a 15% discount off regular and everyday valued merchandise at Brooks Brothers, Brooks Brothers Factory Outlets, and Carolee and Adrienne Vittadini stores nationwide when you enroll online at membership.BrooksBrothers.com.

Members will also receive a 20% discount off of regularly priced merchandise at JoS. A. Bank. The DBA corporate membership number is #221841. In order to receive a 20% discount, members must request a free personal corporate discount card by e-mailing the corporate membership number to corporatecard@jos-a-bank.com or by calling 1-800-285-2265. 

Hotel Discounts - DBA members may now enjoy discounted rates at many La Quinta Inns and Suites. Call 1-866-468-3946 and request the Texas State Rate or make your reservation at www.lq.com/txstat. Rates range from $85 all the way down to $49 at some hotels in Texas. Members will receive a 15% discount at hotels outside of Texas through the Texas State Rate. Contact Sandy Clinton 281-242-6853 for more information.

Use of Belo Mansion – Members are encouraged to bring guests for the daily lunch buffet and happy hours. Members may rent the Belo Mansion for personal events such as weddings, business meetings and much more. For information www.specialeventcatering.com, or call (214) 220-0239.

Please visit our website at www.dallasbar.org or call (214) 220-7447 for more information.