Jackson County Bar Association

The Jackson County Bar Association (JCBA) serves the Kansas City, Missouri legal community by providing comprehensive resources and professional development opportunities for attorneys dedicated to advancing justice and equality. As a voluntary bar association comprised primarily of African-American attorneys from the Kansas City metropolitan area, the JCBA offers members access to valuable networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and continuing legal education courses tailored to practice needs. The organization facilitates professional growth through committee participation, strategic partnerships, and connections to a national network of legal professionals, opening doors to business development and career advancement opportunities. Members benefit from exclusive job postings from local and national firms, leadership development initiatives, and access to a supportive community of legal professionals. The JCBA also administers prestigious awards and scholarship programs, including the Judge Kit Carson Roque, Jr. Scholarship, the Judge Lewis W. Clymer Award recognizing community service, and the Pyramid of Diversity Award honoring law firms and corporate legal departments excelling in diversity initiatives. Additionally, the organization hosts the Judge Lisa White Hardwick Academic Excellence Scholarship program for high school students. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or early in your legal career, the JCBA provides the professional infrastructure, educational resources, and collegial support necessary to thrive in the legal profession while contributing to a more inclusive legal landscape in Kansas City and throughout Missouri.