Why would an attorney choose to join the New York City Bar Association?
Seymour: We don’t view ourselves as an “either or” organization. This goes back to a fundamental question, Why get involved in a bar association? Why this bar association in particular goes back to the ability to join forces with enough other independent lawyers whose collective voice will be heard. If you join a bar association, you can make a difference to society. It’s also very good for you personally. Of course, some attorneys have financial constraints, and almost all are overworked. However, you owe it to yourself as a lawyer to participate in professional development, networking, mentoring, and training. If you choose to cut yourself out from that by not joining – not being part of it – you’re going to fall behind, and you’re not really going to reach your potential. I’m not saying that this bar association is the only place to do that. However, we do offer the opportunities, but they only pay off if you take them. You have to come in here and invest some time. Member after mem
