About Baldwin Bar

Purpose

The Association is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and Scientific purposes under section 50 1(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code to cultivate the science of jurisprudence; to promote and encourage reform in the law; to promote the due and complete administration of justice; to further legal education; to foster, encourage and perpetuate our democratic system of government; to elevate the legal profession to the highest possible standard of confidence, integrity, morality, dignity and courtesy; to maintain closer relationships in cooperation with the State Bar Association, the American Bar Association and our community; and to encourage the spirit of collegiality among its members and other practicing attorneys.

Eligibility

General

  • Any person who is a member in good standing of the Alabama State Bar may become a member of the Association upon completing the required application and payment of applicable dues. All members shall be entitled to participate in the governance of the Association. Any member acting on behalf of the Association shall discharge his or her duties in a manner the member reasonably believes to be in the best interest of the Association.

Honorary

  • Any person may be designated by the Association as an Honorary Member. An honorary member shall not be required to pay any fees or dues whatsoever and shall be entitled to all the rights and privileges of membership except the right to vote and to hold office. It is open to the Judges of the District and Circuit Courts of Baldwin County (current or retired), and within the U.S. Courts for the Southern District of Alabama. This category does not include voting privileges in Bar elections, or any other Bar business.

Associate

  • Open to all attorneys licensed from any state, but not actively practicing in Baldwin County. This category does not include voting privileges in Bar elections, or any other Bar business.