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What We Do

The J.L. Turner Legal Association (JLTLA) is dedicated to advancing Black legal excellence and uplifting our community. Our key initiatives include:

• Supporting the Foundation Scholarship Committee, awarding thousands of dollars annually to deserving law students.

• Mentoring African-American law students and pre-law students, fostering the next generation of legal leaders.

• Hosting pro bono legal clinics and leading impactful volunteer efforts throughout the Dallas community.

• Keeping our members informed of pressing legal issues through our Public Policy Committee.

• Highlighting and promoting Black attorneys and legal professionals to the broader community.

• Maintaining a searchable online directory of African-American attorneys in Dallas, accessible worldwide.

• Serving as a key point of contact for legal organizations seeking to connect with Black attorneys in the region.

• Fostering community among Black attorneys through events, networking, and meaningful connections.

• Celebrating excellence at our signature annual event—the L.A. Bedford Awards Luncheon.

Member Benefits

By becoming a JLTLA member, you gain access to:

• Timely email updates on legal and community news

• Inclusion in the JLTLA Member Directory (for attorneys)

• Discounted Dallas Bar Association membership dues

• Invitations to exclusive CLEs, programs, and events

• A voice in our monthly meetings and association business

• Affiliate membership with the National Bar Association

Membership FAQ

Who Qualifies for Membership? 

1. Attorneys licensed to practice law in any state within the United States may join JLTLA for $75 per year.
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2. Law students or Paralegal Students currently enrolled in any law school or paralegal program in any state within the United States may join JLTLA for $10.

3. Paralegals and Legal Assistants can join JLTLA for $30 per year. 

🗓️ The current fiscal year is November 1, 2025 – October 31, 2026.