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Frequently Asked Questions
- Why should I join the ISBA?
- Do I have to be a member of the ISBA?
- How can the ISBA save me money?
- Who can join the ISBA?
- How much does it cost to join the ISBA?
- Are my dues tax deductible?
- Am I eligible for a discounted membership?
- How do I join the ISBA?
- When is the membership year and when will I receive my renewal notice?
- How do I log in to the website?
- Am I already a member?
- How can I pay my dues?
- How do I find my invoice once I log in to renew?
- How do I access my ISBA membership card?
- Do you offer automatic renewal?
- How do I change my membership type?
- What is a section?
- Can I join a section without joining the ISBA?
- Why should I join a section?
- How much does it cost to join a section?
- How do I join a section?
- How do I log in to Fastcase?
- How do I cancel my ISBA membership?
Why should I join the ISBA?
The ISBA empowers members to thrive professionally and personally through advocacy, education, and connections. We want you to make the most of your career, so our commitment to you is to: find solutions to your professional challenges, connect you with other lawyers statewide and advocate for the profession.
Do I have to be a member of the ISBA?
No. Membership in the ISBA is voluntary and is not required in order to practice law in Indiana.
How can the ISBA save me money?
As a member of the ISBA, you have access to a network of other lawyers and experts statewide, affordable CLE programming, practice-specific listservs for your day-to-day questions and free tools such as Fastcase – ISBA’s free legal research database that can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars a year.
Also, CLE is now included with membership! Say what?! That's right. Members have unlimited, complimentary access to a library of on-demand CLE programs – at no additional cost, with more programs added regularly. This benefit, by itself, will more
than pay for the cost to renew your membership. Click here to access this "Free-for-Members OnDemand CLE Library."
Who can join the ISBA?
You may join as an Indiana licensed attorney, a non-Indiana licensed attorney, law student or affiliate (includes paralegals, law librarians, legal administrators and court administrators).
How much does it cost to join the ISBA?
Annual membership fees are based on the type of membership. Click here to view the membership types and rates.
Are my dues tax deductible?
Your membership dues and section dues are not tax deductible as charitable contributions, but up to 95% may be tax deductible under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. The ISBA estimates that 5% of your total dues is allocated to ISBA lobbying activities and therefore is not deductible. If you make a $40 voluntary contribution to the Indiana Bar Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) organization, you may deduct this from your taxes. If you make a $10 voluntary contribution to BARPAC, which is our political action committee, you may not deduct this from your taxes. Be sure to consult your tax advisor with any questions.
Am I eligible for a discounted membership?
- Military
Free membership is offered to any attorney who is admitted to the practice of law by the Supreme Court of Indiana and is serving on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States.
- Law Students
Free membership is offered to all law students. To join as a law student member, please contact Julie Gott, jgott@inbar.org.
- Government
The ISBA offers a special government rate for those employed full time in the public sector. Judges also qualify for this membership category/rate.
- Retired
The ISBA offers a special retired rate for an attorney who is admitted to the practice of law by the Supreme Court of Indiana and whose IN license status is retired.
- Financial Hardship
We also offer a significant discount on dues for those who have temporarily left the workforce or have other extenuating circumstances. Click here for the dues assistance application. For questions, please contact Carissa Long, clong@inbar.org, or Julie Gott, jgott@inbar.org.
How do I join the ISBA?
Join at any time by hovering over the Join/Renew tab and selecting “Join as a new member” on the ISBA homepage or call the ISBA at 317-639-5465 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET on weekdays. Because the ISBA annual membership year is from July 1 through June 30, your dues will be prorated based on the month you join. Click here for step-by-step tutorial on how to join.
Please note: If you’ve been a member of the ISBA in the past and would like to renew, please do not join as a new member. This creates a duplicate record in our system. Simply log in with your prior username and password. If you don’t remember it, contact Julie Gott, Membership Coordinator, at 317-639-5465 or jgott@inbar.org.
When is the term of a membership and when will I receive my renewal notice?
The ISBA annual membership term is from July 1 to June 30. Membership renewal will open 90 days prior, meaning current members will receive monthly reminders to renew as early as April.
How do I log in to the website?
When you join for the first time, you will create a new username and password during that registration process. If you are a new admittee or a law student, membership is automatic and you should receive an email with your login credentials from ISBA. If you need login assistance, please contact Julie Gott, Membership Coordinator, at 317-639-5465 or
jgott@inbar.org. Click here for a step-by-step tutorial on how to join as a new member.
Am I already a member?
There are two easy ways to confirm your membership status:
- Log into our website at www.inbar.org and you will immediately land on your personal “Manage Profile” page. Under “Invoicing, Payments & History,” select the “Membership” icon to view your membership status, view/print your membership card and see past transactions.
- You also may confirm your membership by contacting Carissa Long, clong@inbar.org, or Julie Gott, jgott@inbar.org.
How can I pay my dues?
You can pay your dues in 3 easy ways:
- Online at www.inbar.org. Log into our website and you will immediately land on your personal “Manage Profile” page. At the top, click on the "Renew Your Membership Now" link. At checkout, you can pay by credit card or select "bill me," which creates an invoice that you can print and mail in with your payment.
Note: If your membership status is not current, your screen will look different. Look for the “Securely renew your membership now” link.
- Mail your dues payment to ISBA
201 N. Illinois St., Suite 1225
Indianapolis, IN 46204
- Pay by phone: Contact Carissa Long (317-639-5465 ext. 928) or Julie Gott (317-639-5465 ext. 937).
How do I find my invoice once I log in to renew?
When you log in to renew your membership, you will not find an invoice waiting for you to pay. Because there are so many things to choose from (e.g., sections, voluntary contributions), you must create your invoice by clicking on this link: ***Renew Your Membership Now***. Click here for a step-by-step tutorial on how to find your invoice.
How do I access my ISBA membership card?
To access your ISBA membership card, log into our website at www.inbar.org and you will immediately land on your personal “Manage Profile” page. Under “Information & Settings,” select the “Membership Card” icon to view/print your membership card. ISBA no longer prints and mails membership cards to its members. If you need help accessing your membership card, please contact Carissa Long,
clong@inbar.org, or Julie Gott, jgott@inbar.org. Click here for a step-by-step tutorial on how to access your membership card.
Do you offer automatic renewal?
Yes. However, it is limited to the following categories:
- Government, admitted 7+ years
- Non-Resident
- Resident Associate
- Resident, admitted 7+ years
- Senior Life
- Senior Life Non-Resident
- Retired
To ensure your benefits and services continue without interruption, choose auto-renew (select the drop-down menu under “Membership Information”) at checkout when paying your dues online, or by contacting Carissa Long,
clong@inbar.org, or Julie Gott, jgott@inbar.org, between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET on weekdays. Your credit card will be charged annually on July 1.
How do I change my membership type?
Your annual membership fee is based on your type of membership (e.g., government, non-resident). If you need to change your membership category, you will need to contact Carissa Long, clong@inbar.org, or Julie Gott, jgott@inbar.org
. You are not able to do this on your end. Click here to view the membership categories and rates.
What is a section?
A section is a group of practicing attorneys that focus on a certain area of law. ISBA has 28 sections that focus on specific areas of law or career stage, facilitating more in-depth examination of issues, regulations, and trends.
Click here for a list of sections.
Can I join a section without joining the ISBA?
No. Membership in sections is available only to ISBA members.
Why should I join a section?
ISBA members value their sections for the substantive information provided through in-person events, CLE/webinars, and online communities along with the opportunity to build a statewide network of colleagues. Your involvement in a section will help you sharpen your skills, save you time and provide opportunities to lead and develop your expertise.
How much does it cost to join a section?
Dues vary by section averaging $20 per membership year. Current dues pricing for each section is listed here
.
How do I join a section?
The easiest way to update or join a new section is at the time of renewal. When renewing, whether online or via paper invoice, you can add or remove sections. You can still join a section at any point throughout the year, even if you’ve already paid your membership dues. To join a section if you’ve already paid your dues,
click here. Click here for a step-by-step tutorial on how to join a section if you've already renewed your membership.
How do I log in to Fastcase?
Fastcase is the ISBA’s free legal research tool. To access Fastcase, go to www.inbar.org and log in using your ISBA username and password. Next, click on the “Fastcase” link at the top of the webpage. Click here for a step-by-step tutorial on how to access Fastcase.
How do I cancel my ISBA membership?
You can cancel any time by contacting the ISBA at 317-639-5465. If you choose to cancel, you will continue to have access to ISBA benefits through the end of the current membership year that has been paid in full.
