August 7, 2008

Dear Colleague:

It is my distinct pleasure to invite you to become a member of the King County Bar Association. With over 5,000 members, KCBA is the largest voluntary bar association in the Pacific Northwest. As a leader among bar associations, KCBA is committed to serving diverse membership, strengthening our justice system, and building stronger communities.

Savings

Now is a great time to take advantage of our exciting new benefits that will add even more value to your KCBA Membership this year. Benefits that will save money for you and your practice include discounted rates on our quality CLE programs, deeply discounted rates for our Lawyer Referral Service panels, numerous opportunities to earn CLE credits through our section meetings, group rates on medical insurance and savings on entertainment packages and office expenses. Membership also entitles you to a subscription to our monthly Bar Bulletin publication to help you stay current on legal developments and news in the greater King County area.

Community

KCBA membership offers many opportunities to build professional relationships across the legal community. With over 20 committees and 16 sections meeting regularly, you will undoubtedly get to know a wide range of legal professionals willing to share insights, experiences and contacts that will strengthen your career. In addition, KCBA offers social events like the very popular annual “Four Cs” Celebration and the acclaimed KCBA 5K Fun Run & Walk. With professional lives getting busier every day, KCBA is committed to events that provide simple camaraderie as well as professional development.

Leadership

KCBA attracts leaders in the legal community. An intensely active association that truly impacts the community, KCBA offers lawyers opportunities to gain a professional edge in today’s competitive market. You can establish or demonstrate your leadership skills as a board member of KCBA, KCBF, or YLD. You can take an active role in shaping the practice of law by working with one of KCBA’s many sections and committees. You can also serve as a much needed volunteer in one of our nine legal service/pro bono programs, diversity initiatives and projects designed to improve access to justice. In short, you can can make a real difference at KCBA.

I hope you will join me and become a member which allows you to take advantage of all that KCBA has to offer. The membership department is happy to answer questions at (206) 267-7016 or Membership@KCBA.org. I thank you in advance for your commitment to excellence in the legal profession and I look forward to seeing you become a member of KCBA!

Sincerely,

Daniel Gandara
President