What happened to the Limited and International Membership types?
As an ongoing commitment to look for ways to freshen and strengthen the value of membership services and benefits, a task force examined LMA's membership structure in 2010. After extensive research and analysis of member input, the task force recommended - and the board approved - a simpler membership structure. The two-year phase-in of this new membership structure consists of:
- Changing to a calendar year renewal process, which took effect in January 2011
- Eliminating the initiation fee as well as the Full/Limited membership distinction and the International/US distinction
- Adding discounted group rates for firms and companies with multiple LMA members, effective with 2012 membership renewals
How can I pay my membership dues?
- Visit www.legalmarketing.org
- Enter your login and password (to reset your online username and password, click on “Forgot your Username or Password?” under the login box)
- Click the “Members Only” tab at the top
- Click “Renew Membership” in the member login box
- Update your personal profile and then click “Save Information”. Please make sure to review & update your information in each of the tabs. Once you are finished updating your profile click “Continue”.
- Enter your billing address and select if you wish to pay by credit card or check.
If paying by credit card, enter your credit card information and then click "Submit Payment & Complete". If paying by check, click "Submit Payment & Complete" and the system will generate an invoice that should be returned with payment.
Where should my membership dues payment be sent?
If paying by check, please send your payment to:
Legal Marketing Association
8201 Solutions Center
Chicago, IL 60677-8001
*Please include your member ID or name on your check
If paying by credit card, please send your payment to:
Legal Marketing Association
401 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 2200
Chicago, IL 60611
Fax: (312) 673-6894
How long does it typically take to process my membership dues payment?
Online payments are processed immediately.
Renewals that are sent in to LMA Headquarters with either check or credit card must be processed manually and the process may take 7-10 business days.
Is there a grace period for my membership?
Yes, there is a 30 day grace period for all members. If your membership is not renewed by the 30 day grace period date, you will lose all membership rights and access to the members' only portion of the LMA web site.
How can I take advantage of the new In-Transition membership category?
The “In-Transition” membership category applies only to current members who are currently unemployed and seeking new positions. The “In Transition” membership category is priced at $100 for six months, with the possibility of extending to a total of 12 months at no additional charge. It is only applicable for current members at renewal time, not new members, and chapter dues will still come at the current cost. Find out more and apply today.
Is my membership transferable?
LMA individual memberships may be transferred to another person if the individual member requests such a transfer via this Membership Transfer Form. The membership will be transferred to the requested individual and the departing member will be allowed to continue his/her membership for the remainder of the calendar year. A $75 transfer fee will be applied.
If I am an LMA member and I change firms does my membership go with me to the chapter in the new city where I will be working?
Membership in LMA belongs to the individual member. If you change firms, your membership changes right with you. If you relocate to a new city, your membership will be transferred to the chapter in that city or closest to you. If there is no chapter in your new region, you will be considered a member-at-large. Contact LMA at membersupport@legalmarketing.org if you have moved and you will join a new chapter.
Do my membership dues include local chapter membership?
National and chapter dues are separate prices, but they are invoiced together at the time of renewal.
Must I join the chapter in my area?
If a chapter is located in your geographic area, you will be placed in that chapter. Membership dues in LMA include local chapter membership.
Does LMA offer discounts for firms/companies with multiple members?
Starting in 2012, LMA will begin to offer this membership feature. Please click here for more information.
Can I still retain my Full or Limited membership for 2012?
As of December 1, 2011, we will no longer be offering the Full and Limited membership types. These have been replaced with the Individual Full Membership.
Who should I contact if I have questions about my membership?
Questions about membership should be directed to LMA Headquarters at (312) 321-6898 or membersupport@legalmarketing.org.