Benefits of Membership at a Glance

Your National Benefits:

As a member, in addition to your Inn experience, you enjoy the benefits of being part of a national organization. Take advantage of these member benefits:

• The Bencher®, a bimonthly magazine with articles on professionalism, ethics, timely topics, and Inn news;
• Access to over 40 CLE-eligible on-demand courses and periodic webinars, including the annual National Conversation on Civility;
• Online CLE opportunities through the INNovation Education portal;
• An online Membership Directory to network with Inn members across the country;
• Exclusive eligibility for Pegasus Scholarships, as well as the Sandra Day O’Connor Award for Professional Service and A. Sherman Christensen Award, presented annually at the Supreme Court of the United States;
• Letters of introduction to facilitate visits to the English and Irish Inns of Court;
• Volunteer and leadership development opportunities through Inn and national board service, committees and task force participation; and
• Opportunities to attend the Inns of Distinction Gala and the Celebration of Excellence at the Supreme Court of the United States.

The American Inns of Court Member Experience:

Members have identified six values that make up the high quality American Inns of Court experience:

COLLEGIALITY - A welcoming, engaging, and passionate Inn community that fosters career growth and discovery.

INNOVATION - Innovative and cutting-edge learning opportunities that ensure ongoing excellence and professionalism.

RESPECT - Inns as valued assets in local legal communities, and member pride in their affiliation with the American Inns of Court.

EDUCATION - Progressive, accessible, and quality continuing education, and the resources that come with it.

CONNECTION - A place where the Bench and Bar come together through local programs to collaborate, share knowledge, and develop relationships that foster professional and personal growth.

MENTORSHIP - A source of unparalleled career support and life-long mentoring, creating opportunities to grow, connect, and give back to the profession.