One of the Mecklenburg Bar Association’s (MBA) main objectives this year is to build a robust and engaged membership that fosters meaningful connections within our local legal community. We believe that a strong network of attorneys and legal professionals can lead to greater collaboration, mentorship opportunities, and a more supportive environment for all members. Our membership offerings, events, and initiatives are crafted with this goal in mind.
I am thrilled to share the remarkable progress the MBA has made in its first month. As of August 5, 2024, the Association has already reached an impressive milestone of over 1,600 members, a testament to the vibrant and dynamic legal community we are building together.
Our rapid growth is not just a number; it reflects the trust and enthusiasm of legal professionals in the Charlote-Mecklenburg community. To date, we have over 66 founding firms - firms where all local attorneys joined the MBA during its inaugural year - and many more founding individual members. These founding members are instrumental to the success of the MBA and are helping us build a strong foundation for the future.
As a voluntary organization, the MBA offers tiered membership levels, providing a range of benefits that allow you to choose the level best tailored to your needs. We are particularly excited about the benefits that come with Level 2 and Level 3 memberships. These tiers offer enhanced resources, including exclusive access to advanced legal research tools and additional complementary on-demand continuing legal education programs. These benefits are designed to support your professional growth and ensure you have the tools needed to excel in your practice.
Additionally, the MBA values the crucial roles of non-attorney legal professionals in our practices. We are pleased to offer a special $75 membership for these individuals, which includes discounted continuing education rates, networking events, and more. Fostering connectivity among non-attorney legal professionals enhances skills and knowledge, leads to valuable connections and potential firm clients, improves firm efficiency and effectiveness, and showcases commitment to professional development and excellence across the legal profession.
As we advance through our inaugural year, the MBA is dedicated to enhancing your membership value and offering opportunities for professional development and community engagement. We encourage all members to fully utilize the available resources and events and to actively participate in our initiatives.