SCBA MEMBER BENEFITS

More from your membership.

Practical benefits, professional connections, and resources designed for Sacramento’s legal community.

READY TO JOIN?

Choose your way in.

Join online, renew your firm, or download the membership application.

2027 SCBA Membership SCBA Membership and Section dues are not deductible as charitable contributions for tax purposes. However, such dues may be deductible as a business expense. Consult your tax advisor.
SCBA DUES

Attorney membership level is based on years admitted to the State Bar of California. All dues are on a calendar-year basis from 01/01/27 through 12/31/27.

ATTORNEYS

Attorney Memberships

$50
First Time/New For attorneys joining SCBA for the first time.
$175
2–5 Years For attorneys practicing for 2 to 5 years.
$275
6+ Years For attorneys practicing for 6 years or more.
NEW

SacBar+

$100

Expand your SCBA membership with access to an online CLE library.

  • 1,200+ OnDemand CLEs
  • 45 practice areas
  • Credit tracking and downloadable certificates
OTHER MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

More ways to belong.

$275 Associate Community Member / Supporter For non-attorneys, businesses, and friends of the legal community.
$90 Retired & Inactive For attorneys listed as retired or inactive with the State Bar of California.
$90 Family Law Support For CCRCs and other Family Law professionals. Includes enrollment in the Family Law Section.
$90 Legal Support For paralegals, legal secretaries, legal document assistants, and other legal support professionals.
FREE Student For currently enrolled law students. Please be prepared to provide your law school and year of study.
FREE Honorary For currently sitting Justices, Judges, and Subordinate Judicial Officers.
PREMIER

Premier Membership

$499
  • SCBA Membership
  • Membership in two Sections
  • One admission to Bench Bar
  • One admission to the Annual Meeting
BUILD YOUR MEMBERSHIP

Sections, Divisions & Committees

20 PRACTICE AREAS Sections
$25 each +

Sections represent 20 areas of practice that encompass the Sacramento County legal community. Section members receive access to tailored MCLEs, practice-area networking events, and a private Section page for discussion, feedback, and announcements.

Administrative Law Alternative Dispute Resolution Appellate Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Business Law Cannabis Law Civil Litigation Construction Law Criminal Law Environmental Law Family Law Health Care Immigration Law Intellectual Property Law Labor and Employment Law Probate and Estate Planning Public Law Real Property Law Tax Law Workers’ Compensation
COMMUNITY Divisions
Member Groups +

Barristers’ Division

For SCBA members under age 36 who have been practicing law for fewer than five years.

Solo/Small Practice Division

For SCBA members who are attorneys in their own firm or a small firm of four or fewer attorneys.

10 COMMITTEES Committees
Leadership & Service +

SCBA committees support Association programs, governance, professional development, and member engagement.

Events

Helps plan and coordinate SCBA events.

Bylaws

Reviews and recommends Bylaw updates.

Delegation CCBA

Coordinates SCBA participation in CCBA.

Nominating

Supports Board nominations and leadership selection.

Diversity Fellowship

Supports SCBA fellowship programming.

Membership

Supports membership growth and engagement.

Sacramento Lawyer Magazine Editorial

Supports Sacramento Lawyer editorial development.

MCLE

Supports SCBA MCLE programming.

Fee Arbitration

Supports SCBA fee arbitration matters.

Student Relations

Connects SCBA with law students.

FAQs

 

How long does my membership last?

SCBA has annual and a lifetime membership. The annual memberships are calendar year from January to December. The lifetime membership is in perpetuity. Renewals open in October and close in February.

What are ways for me to get involved in the legal community?

We encourage all members to choose at least two sections to gain access to networking and events according to your areas of practice. In addition, we recommend joining a committee, becoming a member-at-large on the Board of Directors, volunteering for Kids Law Day or participating as a panelist.

Do you need to be a member to attend events?

No, but you receive discounted registration to events by being a member.

How many events are offered throughout the year?

All sections are required to offer a MCLE lunch program twice a year. Most sections host something on a monthly basis. The SCBA hosts 5 to 6 events annually including Bench Bar and its Annual Meeting at the end of the year.

Do you offer discounted memberships to veterans or active military?

Yes. The SCBA proudly supports our veterans and military members. Veterans are eligible for a 10% discount on all memberships and event tickets.

I am a law student. Can I be a member?

Yes! Law students who are enrolled in law school can join the SCBA for FREE. For events, we often have donated or discounted registrations for students so they can begin to network with the Sacramento legal community. Inquire with our membership team at admin@sacbar.org for more information.