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Why do people become members of professional organizations?

Membership in a professional organization is a career investment. Members expect something of value from the organizations they join and should have the ability to benefit in various ways such as:

  • Networking with peers
  • Peer recognition
  • Access to continuing education
  • Increased opportunity for career advancement
  • Supporting their profession

Why should you become a member of the New Orleans Chapter?

If you are an administrator engaged on a full time basis in the management of a legal organization(s) you have much to gain through membership in the Association of Legal Administrators - New Orleans Chapter. The local Chapter is very active and participating members have access to the following:

  • Educational programs designed specifically for the legal administrator
  • Network with other administrators (both local and national)
  • Support - knowledge base of our membership is a great resource CLM certification support/study group
  • Professional "recognition" and growth "development"
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Community involvement
  • Discounted products
  • Vendor support
  • National Job Bank - employment opportunities
  • Annual National & Local Compensation and Benefit Surveys Friendships

 

One of the main criteria for membership in the local Chapter is that you must be a member of the National ALA. To learn more about National, please visit: www.alanet.org.

If you are interested in just acquiring more information about the New Orleans Chapter and/or in making application for membership, please contact the Chapter's Membership Committee Chair, Bonnie Aucoin (baucoin@steeglaw.com).