The Houston Bar Association
HBA Constitution, Article 1, Section 2: The object of the Association shall be to uphold the Constitution of the United States and the State of Texas by educating both attorneys and citizens of their legal, civic and ethical responsibilities; to promote the administration of justice by educating the public about the qualifications of judicial candidates; by providing alternative, cost effective means for citizens to resolve their disputes, and by providing access to legal services for all; to improve the law; to uphold the honor and dignity of the profession by providing charitable and legal services to all; to promote professional ethics among its members through education; to improve community relations through charitable service and education; and to promote fellowship among its members.

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About the HBA
The Houston Bar Association's 11,600+ member attorneys have a continued commitment to serving the legal profession and the community.

Established in 1870, the Association's purpose was to maintain high standards in the legal profession and provide legal education for Harris County attorneys. Today, the HBA, the fifth largest metropolitan bar association in the nation, still adheres to those basic principles, but has expanded its goals to include public service and better access to legal services for all citizens in the Greater Houston area. Continuing Legal Education and professional development programs for attorneys are second to none. HBA members contribute over 45,000 volunteer hours to community service projects each year.

The HBA is a non-profit organization supported solely by member dues. In 1982, the HBA established the Houston Bar Foundation, a charitable vehicle through which many of the HBA's community service projects are funded.

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Did You Know?
Membership in the Houston Bar Association is voluntary. An attorney does not have to join the HBA to practice law in Texas.
While the Houston Bar Association has no attorneys on staff, and cannot give legal advice, we may be able to refer you to an appropriate program for help.

Only the State Bar of Texas, which licenses attorneys in our state, can investigate complaints and discipline attorneys. For information, call the State Bar Grievance Committee at (713) 758-8200 or their toll-free number, 1-800-932-1900.

The Houston Bar Association is an information and resource service for its members and the public. If you have a question about legal services or the administration of justice, we will try to answer your questions or direct your call to someone who can provide the answers you need.

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HBA at a Glance

Established in: 1870

Membership: 11,800+

Number of Committees: 38

Number of Sections: 29

Continuing Legal Education Programs: 60+ programs, including seminars and institutes

Publications: The Houston Lawyer and the Houston Bar Bulletin

Community Projects:
Adopt-a-School, Elder Law, LegalLine, People's Law School, Legal Handbook Series, IDEA Program, Juvenile Justice Mock Trial Program, Eikenburg Law Week Fun Run, Dispute Resolution Center, Special Olympics, Habitat for Humanity, Communities In Schools, Clothing Drives, Book Drive, Cell Phone Drive, Juvenile Consequences Partnership, We Care Cards, Law Day Activities, Judicial Polls and Veterans' Legal Initiative.

Services to the Profession:
CLE, Bench Bar Conferences, Mentor Program, Professionalism Day, Judicial Polls, Placement Service, Discounts on Products and Services, and the Pictorial Roster. 

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