Loren Miller Bar Association

The Loren Miller Bar Association (LMBA) is a Washington statewide professional organization serving the Seattle, WA legal community and beyond. As the local affiliate of the National Bar Association—the oldest minority bar and largest organization of African-American attorneys in the United States—LMBA provides comprehensive professional development and networking opportunities for attorneys across all practice settings and career stages. The organization offers specialized memberships tailored to the diverse needs of the legal profession, including options for students, solo practitioners, small firms, public sector attorneys, government representatives, academics, judges, and large law firms. With over 250 members statewide, LMBA facilitates professional growth through its extensive committee structure and volunteer opportunities, enabling attorneys to engage with peers on complex legal and community issues. The association maintains a rigorous commitment to judicial excellence, including screening judicial candidates for the bench and ensuring qualified representation in Washington's legal system. Beyond individual professional development, LMBA administers the Philip L. Burton Memorial Foundation, which provides crucial scholarship support to law students at the University of Washington, Seattle University, and Gonzaga University. The organization's programs and initiatives are designed to advance both the social and economic well-being of its membership while strengthening relationships between the legal profession and the broader Seattle and Washington communities. Whether you're seeking professional networking, career advancement, community engagement, or scholarship opportunities, LMBA delivers comprehensive services that support attorneys throughout their careers.