Research Guides: Pre-Law: Associations and Organizations

Professional Associations and Organizations

American Bar Association
The ABA was founded in 1878 on a commitment to set the legal and ethical foundation for the American nation.
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)
The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. (COPAA) is an independent, nonprofit, §501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization of attorneys, advocates, parents and related professionals that work to protect the legal and civil rights of children with disabilities.
National Association of Women Lawyers
National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) helps to provide leadership and resources to advance women in the legal profession.
Westmoreland Bar Association
The Westmoreland Bar Association is among the oldest, continuous professional organizations of lawyers in Pennsylvania.