By joining Washington Council of Lawyers, you become part of an organization that is dedicated to encouraging and supporting pro bono and public interest law in Washington, DC. Our membership is comprised of hundreds of attorneys and supporters from law firms, federal and local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and law schools; we have one main thing in common — we care deeply about access to justice for our DC neighbors and share a commitment to expanding access to justice as widely as possible.
Membership benefits include member-only events, discounts on our skills training programs and other events; access to our bi-monthly jobs digest, which provides listings and other information about public interest job opportunities; networking opportunities, and the opportunity to participate in our mentoring program.
Members also receive a $50 discount on subscriptions to the Daily Washington Law Reporter. Just mention you are a Washington Council of Lawyers member when renewing or ordering.
Did you also know members can save 15% on books from the American Bar Association? Shop and save with the ABA’s Books for Bars program. Use our special Washington Council of Lawyers code to get a discount off of every book you order all year long. Your purchase also earns 15% royalties for the Washington Council of Lawyers. Email info@wclawyers.org for the code to save.
Finally, you’ll be part of a network of lawyers, law students, and others committed to pro bono and public interest law and have a chance to help plan and implement our wide array of events and activities.