Law Student and Pre-Law
Law Student and Pre-Law Membership is not just preparation. It is participation. It says: I am committed to the law. I am committed to justice. And I am ready to grow into a leader in the New Dawn of the NBA.
About this Membership
Law Student and Pre-Law Membership is where the journey begins. This is your chance to learn, lead, and lock arms with the nation’s oldest and largest network of Black legal professionals before you even step into practice.
Whether you are preparing for your LSAT, writing your first law review note, or applying for clerkships, the NBA is here to guide and empower you every step of the way.
Member Benefits
Mentorship that Matters
Connect with seasoned attorneys, judges, and peers who have walked the path and are committed to helping you succeed.

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Learning and Leadership
Attend panels, workshops, and programs designed to build your legal skills and sharpen your leadership voice early.
Justice in Action
Even as a student, your membership fuels the NBA’s work for civil rights, equity, and opportunity in communities that need it most.

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Career Acceleration
Gain access to internships, clerkships, scholarships, and career fairs that open real doors into the profession.

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Community and Connection
Join student-focused sections, network with peers nationwide, and be seen as part of the next generation of Black excellence in the law.
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Additional Membership Types
Join a community of changemakers fighting for justice every day.
Regular Membership
For licensed attorneys practicing across the U.S. and D.C.
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Associate Membership
For law school graduates from accredited institutions worldwide.
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Auxiliary Membership
For non-lawyers supporting the legal field, from paralegals to administrators.
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Retired Membership
At least sixty-two years of age, and fully retired from the practice of law.
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