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MARICOPA COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860189052 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.maricopabar.org
revenue
$690K
expenses
$745K
net assets
$804K
employees
6
volunteers
400
mission · from form 990

TO SERVE ITS MEMBERS, THE LEGAL PROFESSION, THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM, AND THE PUBLIC.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Maricopa County Bar Association (MCBA) is a professional organization serving attorneys and legal professionals in Maricopa County, Arizona. It provides resources, networking opportunities, and member benefits to enhance the practice of law and support legal professionals in their careers. The MCBA also offers discounts on various services and products relevant to its members.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $0
    PROVIDED ASSISTANCE WITH FINDING LAWYERS FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC. THE MCBA OFFERS ATTORNEY REFERRALS TO THE PUBLIC. THE ATTORNEYS WE REFER TO ARE IN GOOD STANDING WITH THE STATE BAR OF ARIZONA AND HAVE MALPRACTICE INSURANCE.
  2. #2 $0
    MARICOPA LAWYER, OUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER, IS MAILED TO MCBA MEMBERS AND STATE LEGISLATORS AND IS AVAILABLE FOR FREE AT OUR EVENTS.
named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Member Benefits
Offers discounts on products and services tailored for legal professionals, including office supplies, legal technology, and educational resources.
Networking Events
Facilitates professional networking opportunities through events and meetings for members to connect and collaborate.
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Legal Profession Recognition Programs 6 activities
    • Recognize Legal Professionals
      Presents the Robert R. Mills Member of the Year award, the Judicial Officer of the Year award, and the Public Lawyer of the Year award to recognize individuals who contribute to MCBA programs, further the goals of the legal profession, promote professionalism, or show outstanding commitment to public service.
    • Recognizing contributions to the legal profession
      Honors individuals through the Hall of Fame, recognizing significant contributions to the legal profession, law, justice, and public service, and presents awards such as the Robert R. Mills Member of the Year, Judicial Officer of the Year, and Public Lawyer of the Year.
    • Recognizing contributions to the legal profession
      Presents the Robert R. Mills Member of the Year award, the Judicial Officer of the Year award, and the Public Lawyer of the Year award to individuals who significantly contribute to MCBA programs, further the goals of the legal profession, promote professionalism, or show outstanding commitment to public service.
    • Recognizing contributions to the legal profession
      Honors individuals through the Hall of Fame, recognizing significant contributions to the legal profession, law, justice, and public service, and presents awards such as the Robert R. Mills Member of the Year, Judicial Officer of the Year, and Public Lawyer of the Year.
    • Recognizing contributions to the legal profession
      Operates the Hall of Fame to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the legal profession, law, justice, and public service, displaying biographies in the Maricopa County Justice Museum and Learning Center. Also presents the Robert R. Mills Member of the Year, Judicial Officer of the Year, and Public Lawyer of the Year awards.
    • Recognizing contributions to the legal profession
      Honors individuals through the Hall of Fame, recognizing significant contributions to the legal profession, law, justice, and public service, and presents awards such as the Robert R. Mills Member of the Year, Judicial Officer of the Year, and Public Lawyer of the Year.
  • Law Student Scholarships with Diversity Focus 5 activities
    • Awarding scholarships
      Offers Justice Michael D. Ryan Scholarships to law students from diverse backgrounds at the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law to help with student loan debt, supported by donations to the Maricopa County Bar Foundation.
    • Awarding scholarships for law students
      Offers Justice Michael D. Ryan Scholarships to law students from diverse backgrounds at the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law to help with student loan debt, supported by donations to the Maricopa County Bar Foundation.
    • Awarding scholarships for law students
      Offers Justice Michael D. Ryan Scholarships to law students from diverse backgrounds at the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law to help with student loan debt, supported by donations to the Maricopa County Bar Foundation.
    • Awarding scholarships for law students
      Offers Justice Michael D. Ryan Scholarships to law students from diverse backgrounds at the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law to help with student loan debt, supported by donations to the Maricopa County Bar Foundation.
    • Support Diversity Scholarships
      Offers Justice Michael D. Ryan Scholarships to law students from diverse backgrounds at the ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law to help with student loan debt, supported through donations to the Maricopa County Bar Foundation.
  • Legal Professional Membership & Support Services 4 activities
    • Maintaining a Lawyer Referral Service
      Offers exclusive member pricing for its Lawyer Referral Service.
    • Maintaining a Lawyer Referral Service
      Offers exclusive member pricing for its Lawyer Referral Service.
    • Maintaining a Lawyer Referral Service
      Offers exclusive member pricing for its Lawyer Referral Service.
    • Offer Corporate Partner Memberships
      Offers Corporate Partner Membership to businesses that support the legal field and the association.
  • Legal Exam and CLE Support Programs 4 activities
    • Offering Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
      Provides continuing legal education programs, including fundamentals, hot topics, and meet-the-judges programs, available via webcast, online through WestLegalEd, or self-study materials, with an optional membership package for unlimited access.
    • Offering Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
      Provides continuing legal education programs, including fundamentals, hot topics, and meet-the-judges programs, available via webcast, online through WestLegalEd, or self-study materials, with an optional membership package for unlimited access.
    • Offering Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
      Provides continuing legal education programs, including fundamentals, hot topics, and meet-the-judges programs, available via webcast, online through WestLegalEd, or self-study materials, with an optional membership package for unlimited access.
    • Provide Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
      Offers continuing legal education (CLE) programs, including fundamentals, hot topics, and meet-the-judges programs, available via webcast, online through WestLegalEd, or self-study materials, with an optional unlimited CLE membership package.
  • Free Civil Legal Assistance for Low-Income Communities 4 activities
    • Operate Pro Bono Legal Assistance Programs
      Operates the Probate Lawyers Assistance Project (PLAP) and the Probate Legal Assistance Program (P.L.A.P.), offering free legal advice to low-income individuals and families for Probate Court matters. Also operates the Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) in Maricopa County, providing legal representation and advice on issues such as housing, employment, consumer issues, debt collection, bankruptcy, tax, tort defense, family law, and domestic violence.
    • Providing pro bono legal assistance
      Operates the Probate Lawyers Assistance Project (PLAP) and the Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) to offer free legal advice and representation to low-income individuals in Maricopa County for matters including probate, housing, employment, consumer issues, debt collection, bankruptcy, tax, tort defense, family law, and domestic violence.
    • Providing pro bono legal assistance
      Operates the Probate Lawyers Assistance Project (PLAP) and the Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) to offer free legal advice and representation to low-income individuals in Maricopa County for matters including probate, housing, employment, consumer issues, debt collection, bankruptcy, tax, tort defense, family law, and domestic violence.
    • Providing pro bono legal assistance
      Operates the Probate Lawyers Assistance Project (PLAP) and the Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) to offer free legal advice and representation to low-income individuals in Maricopa County for matters including probate, housing, employment, consumer issues, debt collection, bankruptcy, tax, tort defense, family law, and domestic violence.
  • Industry-Specific Print and Digital Publications 4 activities
    • Publish Legal News and Articles
      Delivers association and legal news, and substantive legal articles through the monthly "Maricopa Lawyer," its website, and weekly "E-News."
    • Publishing legal news and resources
      Delivers association and legal news, and substantive legal articles through the monthly "Maricopa Lawyer," its website, and weekly "E-News."
    • Publishing legal news and resources
      Delivers association and legal news, and substantive legal articles through the monthly "Maricopa Lawyer," its website, and weekly "E-News."
    • Publishing legal news and resources
      Delivers association and legal news, and substantive legal articles through the monthly "Maricopa Lawyer," its website, and weekly "E-News."
  • Online Job Board Operations 2 activities
    • Operating a Career Center
      Provides monthly lists of local and statewide job openings accessible via its website.
    • Operating a Career Center
      Provides monthly lists of local and statewide job openings accessible via its website.
  • Uncategorized 11 activities
    • Facilitating professional networking and development
      Operates 15 practice, employment, or age-related sections and divisions for members, provides access to substantive law sections, and offers professional meeting rooms and private office spaces.
    • Facilitating professional networking and development
      Operates 15 practice, employment, or age-related sections and divisions for members, provides access to substantive law sections, and offers professional meeting rooms and private office spaces.
    • Facilitating professional networking and development
      Operates 15 practice, employment, or age-related sections and divisions for members, provides access to substantive law sections, and offers professional meeting rooms and private office spaces.
    • Maintain a Justice Museum and Hall of Fame
      Operates the Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center, opened in 2012 in a restored cellblock, which displays biographies and images of Hall of Fame inductees. The Hall of Fame, created in 2008, honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the legal profession, law, justice, and public service, with nominations solicited annually from the legal community.
    • Operating a Career Center
      Provides monthly lists of local and statewide job openings accessible via its website.
    • Operating the Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center
      Opened in 2012 in a restored cellblock of the Historic Maricopa County Courthouse, the museum displays biographies and images of Hall of Fame inductees, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the legal profession, law, justice, and public service.
    • Operating the Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center
      Opened in 2012 in a restored cellblock of the Historic Maricopa County Courthouse, the museum displays biographies and images of Hall of Fame inductees.
    • Operating the Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center
      Opened in 2012 in a restored cellblock of the Historic Maricopa County Courthouse, the museum displays biographies and images of Hall of Fame inductees.
    • Operating the Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center
      Opened in 2012 in a restored cellblock of the Historic Maricopa County Courthouse, the museum displays biographies and images of Hall of Fame inductees.
    • Operating the Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center
      Opened in 2012, located in a restored cellblock of the Historic Maricopa County Courthouse, displaying biographies and images of Hall of Fame inductees.
    • Provide Member Resources and Networking
      Offers membership to attorneys and non-attorneys, operates 15 practice, employment, or age-related sections and divisions, and provides access to substantive law sections for interaction among attorneys. Also offers a Career Center with job openings, exclusive member pricing for its Lawyer Referral Service, and access to professional meeting rooms and private office spaces.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$690K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$609K88%
Investment income$13K2%
Other revenue$68K
expenses
Total expenses$745K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$423K
Grants paid out$18K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.04M
Cash$587K
Investments$447K
Liabilities$236K
Net assets$804K
Liquid reserves16.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -2.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ELIZABETH SHEEHAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 45 $86K
board members · 14
  • ALBERT JACOBS — DIRECTOR
  • ARIANA BYRD — DIVISION CHAIR
  • ASHLEY CASE — DIRECTOR
  • BENJAMIN TAYLOR — DIRECTOR
  • BETH JO ZEITZER — DIRECTOR
  • CHRISTOPHER SIEGLE — DIRECTOR
  • COLIN PROKSEL — DIRECTOR
  • DWAYNE BURNS — DIRECTOR
  • JAMIE WRIGHT — DIRECTOR
  • KELLEY DURHAM — DIRECTOR
  • KIMBERLY MCCLURE — DIVISION CHAIR
  • KINA HARDING — DIRECTOR
  • KYLE CUMMINGS — DIVISION CHAIR
  • MELISSA ZABOR — DIRECTOR
relationships · 65

who they work with

  • ADP Partner — Provides cloud-based human capital management solutions with discounts for members.
  • ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law Partner — Offers Justice Michael D. Ryan Scholarships to law students at this institution.
  • Area Agency on Aging Partner — Advocates for adults aged 60+, adults aged 18+ with HIV/AIDS, adults aged 18+ with disabilities and long-term care needs, and family caregivers.
  • Arizona Asian American Bar Association Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to the Arizona Asian American Bar Association through MCBA.
  • Arizona Asian American Bar Association Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to this group when joining or renewing with MCBA; president serves as ex-officio member of MCBA Board of Directors.
  • Arizona Asian American Bar Association Partner — President of Arizona Asian American Bar Association serves as ex-officio board member
  • Arizona Black Bar Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to the Arizona Black Bar through MCBA.
  • Arizona Black Bar Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to this group when joining or renewing with MCBA; president serves as ex-officio member of MCBA Board of Directors.
  • Arizona Black Bar Partner — President of Arizona Black Bar serves as ex-officio board member
  • Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence Partner — Provides education and training, technical assistance, and a sexual and domestic violence services helpline.
  • Arizona Jewish Bar Association Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to the Arizona Jewish Bar Association through MCBA.
  • Arizona Jewish Bar Association Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to this group when joining or renewing with MCBA; president serves as ex-officio member of MCBA Board of Directors.
  • Arizona Women Lawyer Association Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to this group when joining or renewing with MCBA; president serves as ex-officio member of MCBA Board of Directors.
  • Arizona Women Lawyers Association Partner — Allows individuals to join and pay dues to the Arizona Women Lawyers Association through MCBA.
  • Arizona Women Lawyers Association, Maricopa Chapter Partner — President of Arizona Women Lawyers Association, Maricopa Chapter serves as ex-officio board member
  • Beaugureau, Hancock, Stoll & Schwartz, PC Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Berk Law Group, PC Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, LLP Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine PC Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Cantor Law Group Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Chicanos Por La Causa Partner — Offers a comprehensive range of bilingual and bi-cultural services in Health & Human Services, Housing, Education, and Economic Development.
  • Chrysalis Partner — Provides programs for individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse.
  • Client Conflict Check Partner — Provides attorney conflict check software at a discounted rate for members.
  • Cohen Dowd Quigley, PC Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Community Legal Services Partner — Co-sponsors the Probate Lawyers Assistance Project (PLAP) through its Volunteer Lawyers Program.
  • Community Legal Services Partner — Jointly operates the Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) in Maricopa County.
  • Community Legal Services Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • DM Cantor Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
  • Donaldson Stewart, PC Partner — Member of the 100% Club, indicating all firm attorneys are MCBA members.
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