May I get a refund for my AILA membership dues payment?
Membership dues are typically non-refundable. Here are some instances in which you may qualify for a refund on your AILA membership dues.
A prorated refund will only be issued to those members or international associates who are no longer eligible according to AILA's Bylaws. Some examples of situations that may cause an AILA member to become ineligible for membership include:
- If the attorney member begins employment with the Federal Government. Ineligibility for AILA membership begins on the first day of such employment.
- If the attorney member fails to submit proof of eligibility (e.g., Nonprofit members and International Associates must submit proof of eligibility upon application and renewal).
- If the attorney member no longer holds an active license with the Bar of at least one state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.
- If the attorney member is not in compliance with the law applicable in every place where the attorney maintains an office for the practice of law.
- If the attorney member has been suspended or disbarred by any court, mandatory bar association, administrative agency, or other disciplinary authority.
According to AILA's Bylaws, All AILA attorney members must remain in good standing of the bar of any state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia, and for three years immediately preceding application not have been suspended or disbarred by any court, mandatory bar association, administrative agency, or other disciplinary authority.
Contact Membership@AILA.org for more information.