To become a member of the St. Joseph County Bar Association, you must be a licensed attorney in either Indiana, Michigan, or both; or a paralegal, practicing in St. Joseph County or surrounding counties. (Please note: Student membership application link below.)

Annual Bar Dues Are:

  • $50.00 for new members who have been admitted to the practice of law for less than 1 year;
  • $75.00 for returning members who have been admitted to the practice of law for 2 to 3 years;
  • $100.00 for members who have been admitted to the practice of law for more than 3 years;
  • $25.00 for all paralegals;
  • Free of Charge to all retired attorneys or members of the judiciary.

You may submit your application online by completing our form or you may obtain a printed application from:

Executive Director
St. Joseph County Bar Association
101 South Main Street
South Bend, Indiana 46601
Telephone: (574) 245-6753
Facsimile: (574) 235-9905
E-Mail

Student Membership Application

There are many practical benefits for becoming a student member of the St. Joseph County Bar Association. Besides meeting attorneys who practice law in our area, a student may develop the student membership section by taking a leadership role. There are also numerous networking and education opportunities for student members.

Committees—This is an opportunity for service. But it is also an opportunity to network and get to know better some of the members of the Bar who practice in your area of interest. The time commitment is minimal, but the rewards can be substantial.

Continuing Education—Students may participate in any of the offered CLE seminars offered by the St.
Joseph County Bar Association. Students receive the same discount offered to member attorneys.

Publications—Students will receive the monthly bar newsletter.

Networking—Student members may attend any of the bar association events and may do so at the subsidized member rates. The association offers various educational, social and athletic events.

How Do I Join?

Simply fill out this form, attach your payment and mail it to the St. Joseph County Bar Association.

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