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Civil Justice, Plaintiff and Trial Lawyers Associations

Trial lawyers ensure accountability from the most powerful of interests in the only realm where all parties are viewed as equals - our courts. From landmark litigation to otherwise routine cases, trial lawyers represent average people who seek fairness and justice.

Although the definition of the term "trial attorney" has a broader technical application, the term is often used to describe the lawyer representing the plaintiff who initiates a lawsuit in the civil justice system. Civil trial attorneys represent clients in a variety of different types of cases in civil court, including personal injury, medical malpractice, workers' compensation claims, Social Security disability claims, and more.

To a lesser degree, the term "trial attorney" might also include criminal defense attorneys who represent individuals accused of a crime within the criminal justice system, although associations focused primarily on criminal defense are more popular with those attorneys.

Organizations for trial attorneys offer quality continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities for attorneys. Civil justice and trial lawyer associations also advocate on justice issues, including promoting access to courts and against so-called "tort reform" measures.

Lawyer Legion is an independent project not affiliated with any nonprofit legal associations. The logo for each of these associations is displayed simply as a visual indicator to help users identify each association. In this list, you will find many of the most well-known civil justice and trial lawyer associations in the United States at the national, state, and local level.


National Civil Justice and Trial Lawyer Associations


AAJ - American Association for Justice

The American Association for Justice is a nonprofit association of lawyers who represent the interests of plaintiffs. The AAJ advocates for fair access to the civil court system. The AAJ strives to promote a fair and effective justice system and support attorneys in their efforts to ensure that persons injured by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice. Attorneys represent those in personal injury cases and other civil matters. Continue reading

ABOTA - American Board of Trial Advocates

ABOTA is an invitation-only, national association of trial lawyers and judges advocating for the preservation of the 7th amendment right to a civil jury trial. Membership consists of both plaintiff and defense attorneys. Members must have at least 5 years experience as a trial and have tried at least 10 civil jury trials to conclusion. Lawyers must also exhibit the virtues of civility, integrity and professionalism as outlined by the organization. Continue reading

NCVBA - National Crime Victim Bar Association

The NCVBA is a professional association of attorneys and expert witnesses dedicated to helping victims seek justice through the civil court system. The National Crime Victim Bar Association is an affiliate of the National Center for Victims of Crime. The organization provides support to attorneys representing crime victims in civil actions, refers crime victims to lawyers in their local area, and works to increase general awareness about the availability of civil remedies for victims of crime. Continue reading

The Inner Circle of Advocates

The Inner Circle of Advocates is an invitation-only organization of approximately 100 of the best plaintiff personal injury lawyers in the United States. This elite society of civil plaintiff lawyers was founded in 1972 with the mission to promote excellence in civil trial practice. To be considered for membership, the attorney is expected to have 50 jury trials and at least three verdicts of one million dollars or at least one verdict in excess of ten million dollars. Continue reading

Civil Justice and Trial Lawyer Associations by State


ALAJ - Alabama Association for Justice

The ALAJ is a nonprofit, professional association of lawyers who are dedicated to protecting and preserving the constitutional right to a trial by jury guaranteed by the Seventh Amendment. The Alabama Association for Justice is made up of lawyers practicing civil law representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases. The organization provides educational resources and works with the state Legislature in support of adequate court funding and elimination of civil justice restrictions. Continue reading

Alaska Association for Justice

The Alaska Association for Justice is a nonprofit professional association of lawyers practicing civil law and litigation including the representation of plaintiffs in personal injury cases. The organization advocates for the right to trial by jury guaranteed by the Seventh Amendment and for access to the civil justice system. The organization also provides educational resources to lawyers practicing across Alaska. Continue reading

ATLA - Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association

The ATLA is a nonprofit, professional association of lawyers representing plaintiffs in civil court cases including personal injury and accident cases throughout Arkansas. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to attorney members. The Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association advocates for fairness in the civil justice system and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial for citizens and consumers. Continue reading

AzAJ - Arizona Association for Justice

The AzAJ is a nonprofit, professional association of lawyers who are dedicated to upholding the civil justice system and preserving the constitutional right to a trial by jury. The Arizona Association for Justice is made up of lawyers practicing civil law representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to their members while working with the Arizona Legislature to support legislation to further their cause. Continue reading

CAOC - Consumer Attorneys of California

The CAOC is a nonprofit professional association for attorneys who focus on personal injury, wrongful death, and product safety. Founded in 1961, the Consumer Attorneys of California is an organization that provides resources and education to lawyers practicing in civil courts throughout California. The CAOC is also an advocacy organization that opposes legislation that would limit access to the civil courts. Continue reading

CTLA - Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

The CTLA is a nonprofit association of lawyers focused on representing plaintiffs in civil cases including personal injury and accident cases throughout Colorado. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members. The Colorado Trial Lawyers Association advocates for citizens and consumers Constitutional right to a jury trial in the civil justice system guaranteed under the seventh amendment. Continue reading

CTLA - Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

The CTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Connecticut. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Connecticut and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

DTLA - Delaware Trial Lawyers Association

The DTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Delaware. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Delaware Trial Lawyers Association (DTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Delaware and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

FJA - Florida Justice Association

FJA is a nonprofit, professional association for lawyers representing plaintiffs in Florida's civil court system. The organization provides its members with networking opportunities and educational resources including CLE programs including the Workhorse Seminar and Annual Convention. The Florida Justice Association advocates for upholding Florida's civil justice system and protecting the rights of citizens and consumers. Continue reading

GTLA - Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

The GTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Georgia. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Georgia and citizens' Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

HAJ - Hawaii Association for Justice

The HAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Hawaii. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Hawaii Association for Justice (HAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Hawaii and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

IAJ - Iowa Association for Justice

The IAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Iowa. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Iowa Association for Justice (IAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Iowa and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

ITLA - Idaho Trial Lawyers Association

The ITLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Idaho. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Idaho Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Idaho and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

ITLA - Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

The ITLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Illinois. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Illinois and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

ITLA - Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

The ITLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Indiana. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Indiana and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

KJA - Kentucky Justice Association

The KJA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Kentucky. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Kentucky Justice Association (KJA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Kentucky and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

KTLA - Kansas Trial Lawyers Association

The KTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Kansas. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Kansas Trial Lawyers Association (KTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Kansas and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

LAJ - Louisiana Association for Justice

The LAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Louisiana. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Louisiana and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MAJ - Maryland Association for Justice

The MAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Maryland. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Maryland Association for Justice, Inc. (MAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Maryland and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MAJ - Michigan Association for Justice

The MAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Michigan. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Michigan and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MAJ - Minnesota Association for Justice

The MAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Minnesota. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Minnesota Association for Justice (MAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Minnesota and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MAJ - Mississippi Association for Justice

The MAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Mississippi. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Mississippi Association for Justice (MAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Mississippi and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

Massachusetts (MATA)

The MATA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Massachusetts. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys (MATA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Massachusetts and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MATA - Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

The MATA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Missouri. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Missouri and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MTLA - Maine Trial Lawyers Association

The MTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Maine. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Maine Trial Lawyers Association (MTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Maine and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

MTLA - Montana Trial Lawyers Association

The MTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Montana. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Montana Trial Lawyers Association (MTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Montana and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

NATA - Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys

The NATA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Nebraska. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys (NATA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Nebraska and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

NCAJ - North Carolina Advocates for Justice

The North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ) is an organization supporting the rights of those injured by the wrongdoing of others, workers, the disabled, those with family problems, consumers, those in debt, and those accused of a crime. Founded in 1962, the NCAJ continues enhancing the practice of attorneys to better serve the cases of clients. The NCAJ is an affiliate organization of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). Continue reading

NDAJ - North Dakota Association for Justice

The NDAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout North Dakota. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The North Dakota Association for Justice (NDAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in North Dakota and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

The New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers is a distinguished institution focused on enhancing trial lawyers' acumen. Through seminars, workshops, and networking, it empowers attorneys with advanced advocacy skills, legal insights, and ethical practices. This Academy serves as a catalyst for professional growth, fostering legal excellence and fortifying the pursuit of justice throughout New York. Continue reading

NHAJ - New Hampshire Association for Justice

The NHAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout New Hampshire. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The New Hampshire Association for Justice (NHAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in New Hampshire and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

NJA - Nevada Justice Association

The NJA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Nevada. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Nevada Justice Association (NJA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Nevada and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

NJAJ - New Jersey Association for Justice

The NJAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout New Jersey. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in New Jersey and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

NMTLA - New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

The NMTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout New Mexico. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association (NMTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in New Mexico and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

NYSTLA - New York State Trial Lawyers Association

The NYSTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout New York. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The New York State Trial Lawyer Association (NYSTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in New York and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

OAJ - Ohio Association for Justice

The OAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Ohio. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Ohio and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

OAJ - Oklahoma Association for Justice

The OAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Oklahoma. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Oklahoma Association for Justice (OAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Oklahoma and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

OTLA - Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

The OTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Oregon. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Oregon and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

PAJ - Pennsylvania Association for Justice

The PAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Pennsylvania. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Pennsylvania Association for Justice (PAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Pennsylvania and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

RIAJ - Rhode Island Association for Justice

The RIAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Rhode Island. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Rhode Island Association for Justice (RIAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Rhode Island and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

SCAJ - South Carolina Association for Justice

The SCAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout South Carolina The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in South Carolina and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial.

TEX-ABOTA - Texas Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates

The Texas Chapters of the American Board of Trial Advocates (TEX-ABOTA) is a distinguished organization that brings together trial lawyers committed to upholding the civil justice system. With chapters across Texas, TEX-ABOTA fosters excellence in advocacy, professionalism, and ethics. Its members, selected based on trial experience, exhibit dedication to preserving the Seventh Amendment and ensuring access to justice through fair trials. Continue reading

TLA-DC - Trial Lawyers of Washington, D.C.

The TLA-DC is a professional association for lawyers representing plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout the Washington, District of Columbia metro area. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members. The Trial Lawyers Association of Washington DC also advocates for fair access to the civil justice system and for citizens and consumers Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

TTLA - Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association

The TTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Tennessee. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Tennessee Association for Justice (TTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Tennessee and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

TTLA - Texas Trial Lawyers Association

The TTLA is a nonprofit professional association of civil plaintiff lawyers practicing in Texas. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members. The Texas Trial Lawyers Association's mission is promote justice for Texas families and advocate for the 7th amendment right to trial by jury in the civil court system. The organization is active in the state Legislature regarding laws and policy reform on issues related to their cause. Continue reading


VTAJ - Vermont Association for Justice

The VTAJ is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Vermont. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Vermont Association for Justice (VTAJ) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Vermont and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading

VTLA - Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

The VTLA is a nonprofit professional association of attorneys who represent plaintiffs in personal injury and other civil cases throughout Virginia. The organization provides networking opportunities and educational resources to its members including Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events. The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA) advocates for fair access to the civil justice system in Virginia and the Constitutional right to a civil jury trial. Continue reading



WTLA - Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association

The WTLA is a statewide professional organization of attorneys practicing law in Wyoming who advocate for equal rights in the civil and criminal justice systems. The Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association (WTLA) is made up of both civil and criminal law practitioners. The organization is made up of over 400 members and hosts CLE events throughout the year while providing educational resources to Wyoming attorneys. Continue reading


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