MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Join the Association of Legal Administrators and the Northern Virginia Chapter
Introduction
All members of the Northern Virginia Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators are required to be members of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA), headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois. To join, complete both application forms — one for the National Association, and one for the local chapter.
Benefits of Membership
Annual Conference & Exposition - Featuring 100 educational sessions focusing on legal industry trends and developments, unparalleled networking opportunities and a three-day Exposition, the Annual Conference brings together more than 3,000 legal management professionals, business partners and experts from around the world
Regional Conferences, Retreats and Specialized Programs ALA's educational opportunities include a wide range of retreats and specialized programs that will enhance your legal management intelligence, including broad-based conferences,plus specialty track events focused on specific areas including Intellectual Property, Human Resources, Large Firm Administrators, Finance, and Law Firm Management Essentials.
ALA Webinars give members, lawyers and their staff the opportunity to gain knowledge and insight into a range of law office management and personal development topics, 24/7/365 on their own schedules
Business of Law eLearning Center Specialized courses offered on demand to fit your busy schedule. Choose from flexible options, ask questions from online instructor, and collaborate with fellow students
Legal Management , your award-winning educational magazine, provides insights from legal industry thought leaders, trends and knowledge to keep you ahead of everything that impacts the professional environment
Legal Management Talk podcast, delivering 15- to 20-minute episodes that feature event speakers, Legal Management authors and ALA leaders
Visit ALA's Career Center and Job Bank for information and resources available to job seekers and employers
New! Join your member-exclusive Online Community . Networking and peer-to-peer learning are the top benefits of membership. Make connections and communicate with like-minded members around topics of special interest
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ALA Compensation and Benefits Survey offers key data on the unique management positions in law firms – essential to creating a competitive compensation and benefits package. ALA member participants SAVE with most favorable rate on the resulting data
Find colleagues in your state, or chapter leadership, suppliers or a peer expert – it's all there in ALA Directories online
Check out the ALA Diversity Resources , a robust collection of resources including the new Law Firm Scorecard to measure and implement best practices in diversity and inclusion
ALA's Value in Partnership (VIP)SM Program provides discounts and special benefits exclusively to members
The Legal Management eStore offers a collection of books and informative resources prepared by experts, all designed to increase productivity and profitability
Certified Legal Manager (CLM)SM Credential demonstrates mastery of the competencies needed to apply leadership and gain recognition beyond the law office. The certification assessment involves educational and experience requirements and passing an examination that tests knowledge of 56 key competencies
Lend your talent to ALA Governance and develop your leadership potential
The Foundation of the Association of Legal Administrators is an education and research affiliate of ALA dedicated to supporting activities that serve legal management and our communities
To find out how you can take advantage of the opportunities ALA provides, or to receive more information about ALA's programs, services and resources, please call ALA Headquarters at 847-267-1252. If you prefer, you may contact ALA by fax at 847-267-1329 or by e-mail. We look forward to hearing from you!
HOW TO APPLY
Complete two applications to become a member.
Membership is a two-step process. One application joins you with the National Association; the second joins the Northern Virginia Chapter.
National ALA Membership
Individuals who meet the criteria for membership are welcome to complete and submit an Application For Membership. An electronic form is provided at alanet.org — apply online or by hard copy. Membership criteria appear on the application.
For questions or details, call ALA at 847-267-1252 or email your specific request.
Local Chapter — Northern Virginia
The Northern Virginia Chapter serves members through a forum for improving the quality of the profession and their firms — through exchange of information and educational opportunities.
Mail the completed application and check for chapter dues to: Amanda Moellendick, Firm Administrator, Briglia Hundley, 1921 Gallows Rd. Suite 750, Tysons Corner, VA 22182.