Membership Applications and Scholarships
Members are the lifeblood of the North Carolina Bar Association — join to take advantage of the many member benefits that impact your practice and profession.
Select your membership type below to open the PDF application that meets your needs. You have the option to mail the completed application to Membership Services, North Carolina Bar Association, 8000 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513, or you may scan the completed application and email it to [email protected].
Alternatively, you may join online by visiting ncbar.org/join. If you have any questions pertaining to the benefits associated with membership in the NCBA, please call 919.677.0561 and ask for Membership Services.
Please note that NCBA dues are non-refundable.
2023-24 Membership Application: For attorneys and judges.
Affiliate Membership Application: Non-lawyer professional accepted into designated sections.
Criminal Justice Subsidy Application
Military & Veterans Law Section Discount Application: Special membership categories for the Military & Veterans Law (MVL) Section Discount.
Paralegal Membership Application: Two classes of paralegal membership are open to those who perform or are eligible to perform substantive legal work under the direction of an attorney. Paralegal students will use a separate application to apply for membership. Definitions for both Regular and Provisional classes can be found on the Membership Rates and Categories page.
Paralegal Student Membership Application
Positional Membership Application: A membership for a full-time employee of a state government entity or agency who is licensed and in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar. This membership is paid by and assigned to the state government entity or agency.
Privacy & Data Security Affiliate Application: Application for Privacy and Data Security affiliate membership.
Scholarship Program: A need-based scholarship program that may cover up to 50% of basic membership dues. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis.
Sections Application: Use this form to join one or more NCBA Sections.
International Membership Application: Attorneys licensed outside the United States receive the same member benefits as an out-of-state member. This application must be completed with the International Lawyers Sponsor form, signed by a Regular member of the NCBA. To receive this sponsor form, call 919.677.0561 or email [email protected].