What is LawyerConnect?

• LawyerConnect is a service offered by the Birmingham Bar Association to assist people in our community who want to hire an attorney.
• Birmingham Bar members are eligible to join LawyerConnect and will receive referrals based on their practice areas on a rotating basis.
• LawyerConnect is not a pro bono or reduced-fee service.  Prospective clients are advised that all legal fees, including any consultation fee, are negotiated between the referred attorney and prospective client.
• Neither the attorney nor the potential client is under any obligation to move forward with the matter after the initial contact. 
  

How much does it cost?

• Becoming a LawyerConnect attorney is only $150 per year.
• The program runs from May through April each year; fees are not pro-rated if a member joins during the course of the year.
  

What are the requirements?

• To sign up for LawyerConnect, you must be in good standing with the Alabama State Bar. 
• Also, you must be a member of the Birmingham Bar Association.
• There are a few rules, and they are available here.
  
  

How do I apply to participate in LawyerConnect?

• Download and read the 2018 Rules and easily apply online, here!
• You will be notified when your application has been received and evaluated. 
• Your membership will become active once we have approved your application and received your enrollment fee of $150. 
• If you have any questions, please email Alyssa Prater at aprater@birminghambar.org.