Resources and References

Resources Supporting You to #naBEmore Knowledgeable & Prepared


Issues Affecting Bar Associations 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Visit the NABE DEI resource page and the ABA Division for Bar Services for model programs, diversity plans and pledges, and statistics 

Lawyer Wellness: Visit the ABA Commission on Lawyer Assistance Programs for toolkits, statistics, and guidance on lawyer, law student, and judicial wellness

Pro Bono: Visit the ABA Center for Pro Bono for model programs and technical support

 

Data & Statistics

ABA Profile of the Legal Profession: Lawyer population, diversity, technology, law school admission, employment, and lawyer discipline

NABE Compensation & Benefits Survey: Bar staff salaries, benefits, and hiring practices

ABA Division for Bar Services Benchmarks Survey: Membership, governance, and bar organization best practices

 

Governance & Leadership 

Optimize and delineate your role and the board's role with help from BoardSource and the ABA Division for Bar Services Bar Leadership Institute, New Bar President, and Board Catalyst

Find nonprofit best practice sample policies at the National Council of Nonprofits

Navigate meetings with Robert's Rules of Order

Plug your leaders into the National Conference of Bar Presidents

 

Staff Management & Development

Consult the NABE Staff Onboarding Guide and Checklist

Understand executive director success in this white paper

Check in with your colleagues in the NABE communities

Learn from best practices featured in NABE News and the NABE Bulletin

Explore free resources at SHRM, including evaluation forms

 

Trends & Breaking News 

NABE News

NABE Bulletin

ABA Bar Leader

ABA Bar Leader Weekly

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