Your legal future starts here

Students enrolled in a full-time JD, JID or LLM CL program at TRU, UVic, or Allard School of Law, are eligible for free CBABC Student Membership. Opt-in and access your member benefits by selecting your school.

TRU UVic Allard

Part-time law students and students studying law outside of BC or Canada, are eligible for our Student Membership for $19.05 per year.

Become a member

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The support to succeed

Access mentorship, career guidance and resources to complement your education.

A network that opens doors

Connect with peers, lawyers and employers to build relationships that will support your future career.

Your career headstart

Stand out and strengthen your resume through volunteer, publishing and leadership opportunities.

"I joined CBABC on my first day of law school because I wanted to be a part of the profession, and I viewed being a member of the bar association as a vital component of being in my profession.”

- Myron Plett, Raincoast Law

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Mentorship

Tailored advice from a seasoned lawyer to develop career goals, practice interviewing, enhance skills and gain the confidence you need to thrive.

Sections

Make connections early and start putting yourself forward as a name to recognize. Enrollment in 50+ Sections is free & unlimited and all online sessions are available to members at no charge.

Student Sessions

CBABC leaders and experienced lawyers come directly to you on campus. Look out for invites and be the first of your peers to get personalized support.

Resources

Tools to expand your expertise beyond what law school provides. Get ready for your career early with advice on practice management, well-being and more.

"My mentor truly helped me feel more confident about my journey and just knowing that someone was in my corner offering support, guidance, and encouragement without any obligation or compensation meant the world to me."

- Law Student Mentee

Stay in the loop

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The latest insights on the practice, profession, law and issues beyond the bar. Keep current and find inspiration for your studies.

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Essential updates on upcoming events, news, resources and more. Stay connected to your network through the channels you use everyday.

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Upcoming information relevant to law students delivered to your inbox each month. Learn about events coming to your campus, profile building opportunities and more!

Weekly updates on the profession and association, and all the latest job openings including articling positions. Keep your eye on everything going on in your future profession.

Each spring, essay contests from the CBA and BCLI provide law students with the opportunity to show off researching and writing skills, earn cash prizes and build profile as emerging legal minds.

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Questions?

Contact membership@cbabc.org for more information about your student membership.

How membership works

Create your CBA account, select your law school, education status and expected year of call to the Bar. Your membership gives you free access to all student benefits during your time in law school.

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Eligibility

All full-time, undergraduate law students enrolled at TRU, UVic & Allard Law qualify for free CBABC law student membership

Part-time students and law graduates pursuing a Master of Laws can pay $20 for full access to CBABC member benefits. Learn more.

Your legal future starts here

Eligibility

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News + Jobs

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