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You’ve put a lot of time and energy into your education by passing the bar, finding the right place to practice and more. Prepare for the next phase in your career by joining the largest association for civil defense attorneys and in-house counsel today!

Young lawyers who passed the bar within the last 5 years can join DRI at a special rate, which includes FREE access to one DRI seminar of choice (value $1,000) plus:

  • High-quality, low-cost CLE.
  • Access to exclusive thought leadership in your area of interest – we have 30 Substantive Law Committees!
  • Mentorship – connect with the leaders in the field.
  • Tools to build your book of business – it’s never too early to start growing your network.
  • Exclusive member-only publications that provide you with a blueprint for the profession.
  • Automatic enrollment in DRI's Young Lawyers Committee (YLC), which provides business development, professional development, and leadership opportunities. See why should you join YLC (PDF).
  • And more!

Join as a Young Lawyer and get the first free seminar within the first 5 years.

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WHY JOIN DRI?

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DRI is the leading organization for the civil defense community. We enhance the skills and promote the success of the civil defense bar through innovative programming, a vibrant membership community, and advocating on behalf of the legal profession. DRI is focused on representing the interests of our attorneys and the businesses they represent. DRI members come from diverse backgrounds and practice areas, working in firms of all sizes, as in-house counsel and as claims professionals. For over 50 years, DRI has been the recognized leader in providing the contacts, tools, resources, and education needed to be successful in an ever-changing and competitive legal environment.

Benefits of DRI membership are many and always evolving. DRI is a community-like organization serving the civil defense community, where members can grow their practices, engage with others, network with colleagues, make new friends and learn from best-in-class education programs.

You don’t have to wait for an invite to apply! Membership is open to those who wish to learn and benefit from the many opportunities we offer.

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Growing Your Practice is Made Much Easier

  • DRI invites in-house counsel to all of our educational events, at no cost.
  • DRI’s online membership directory allows you to create a profile, searchable by others.
  • LegalPoint and the DRI Expert Witness Resources are tools that enable you to find the articles you need and the information on witnesses you want, 24/7/365, with just a few clicks.
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DRI is a Community for You

  • Personalize your membership by opting to join any of our 30 substantive law committees at no additional cost.
  • These communities put you in touch with others and on a path to leadership. You may join as many committees as you like.
  • There are abundant opportunities for committee participation through which you can learn and thrive.
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DRI Connects You in so Many Ways

  • LegalPoint is a members-only service providing DRI members with exclusive access to a vast online library of DRI articles, books and materials. Members can search thousands of documents and filter them by practice area and resource.
  • Members can submit articles or ideas for DRI publications, allowing them to share their professional expertise with colleagues across the globe.
  • Be sure to connect with DRI on social media like LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest updates.
  • Be sure to check out the latest DRI Mobile App, which allows you to connect with fellow members. You can also enhance your seminar experience through personalized schedules, reminders and more.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BECOME A MEMBER?

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Defense attorney—$335/year

Young lawyer (admitted to the bar five years or less)—$195/year
Those admitted to the bar five years or less also receive a certificate to attend one DRI seminar of their choice for free, by itself a value of over $1,000.

You can be a Young Lawyer Committee Member for up to 10 years.

Learn more about our membership offerings.

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These are some of the benefits that DRI provides for members, but there's so much more. Get started on your journey today!