WHY JOIN DCDLA?
If you are practicing any amount of criminal defense you owe it to yourself and your clients to be a part of DCDLA. Our educational programs and committees provide the support you need to stay informed about, succeed in, and influence the practice of criminal law. You owe it to yourself and your clients to be a part of DCDLA.
Expert Practice Tools
Gain a competitive edge with exclusive access to:
The Listserv: A private forum for instant peer advice, expert witness vetting, and case strategy.
Brief & Motion Bank: A digital library of proven legal templates to save you hours of drafting.
Frank Crowley Courthouse Lounge: A private workspace and lounge for members during trial days.
Premium Education (CLE)
Meet your requirements with defense-specific training:
Monthly CLE Lunches: Affordable, high-quality sessions held every third Thursday.
Annual Seminars: Major events like Lone Star Ethics, Immigration and Bench Bar Conference.
On-Demand Video Bank: Access a library of past seminars to learn on your own schedule.
A Collective Voice
We represent your interests where it matters most:
Judicial Advocacy: We act as the liaison between the defense bar, the DA’s office, and the judiciary.
Judicial Surveys: Participate in influential evaluations of local judges.
Legislative Impact: Stay informed and represented on local and state policy changes.
Professional Community
Build your network and find support in a high-stress profession:
Social Events: From holiday party and field day to seasonal happy hours.
Mentorship: Connect with the most seasoned trial lawyers in North Texas.
Select Your Level to Apply for Membership
Regular Member
$175 Billed Annually
Associate Member
Practicing 2 years or less
$50 Billed Annually
Public Defender
$75 Billed Annually
Law Student
$25 Billed Annually
Paralegal
$50 Billed Annually
Investigator/Sponsor
$50 Billed Annually
Over 70
No Cost
Sustaining Member
$1,000 (7 year)
Lifetime Member
$2,500