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The International Practice Management Association (IPMA) is the premier resource for information and education on the management of paralegals and other practice support professionals in law firms, corporations and law departments globally. Its mission is to advocate for the effective use and management of these professionals, to promote and enhance the proficiency and professionalism of its members, and to provide thought leadership to the membership, the legal industry, and the public at large on the value of utilization and management of paralegals and other practice support professionals.Business Partner Membership
Business partner membership in the IPMA is open to any individual or entity providing legal-related services, products, or materials that support the association's mission. Business partner members hold non-voting status; however, they may serve on a committee or task force with approval by the IPMA Board of Directors and/or as a chapter co-chair with chapter membership and IPMA Board approval. Business partner membership shall be in the name of one business or organization. Additional business/organization names require separate memberships.
The IPMA offers two types of Business Partner Membership:
Below are the membership benefits associated with each membership type (if you wish to change your membership type, please contact IPMA member services). All IPMA dues are based on a calendar year ending December 31.
BUSINESS PARTNER MEMBERSHIP BUNDLES
IPMA business partner membership bundles offer the maximum savings with combined, discounted membership dues, exhibit booth space, and sponsorship opportunities. In 2018, the IPMA is offering seven different business partner membership bundles—three corporate levels and four individual levels—giving you the option to participate in association events throughout the year at a reduced rate.
Download our 2018 Business Partner Prospectus to make your reservation today!
Stand-alone IPMA business partner membership is also available for non-exhibiting companies.
| Corporate Business Partner Membership Bundles | Bronze Level $3,250 |
Silver Level $3,650 |
Gold Level $4,150 |
| 2017 Corporate Business Partner Membership ($1,600 value) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Access to IPMA Membership Directory | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Featured Description in Inspired Leadership | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Participation in Local Chapter Activities | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Participation in Select IPMA Committees | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Description of Offerings on IPMA Website | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| One Exclusive Webinar Presentation | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Standard 10´ x 10´ Booth at Annual Conference* | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Full-Page Ad in Annual Conference Program Guide | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| One Breakout Session Sponsorship at Annual Conference** | Yes | Yes | |
| Managerial Skills Seminar Co-Sponsorship at Annual Conference | Yes | ||
| Undiscounted Value of Benefits | $3,950 | $4,450 | $5,450 |
| Individual Business Partner Membership Bundles | Featured Level $700 |
Bronze Level $2,200 |
Silver Level $2,600 |
Gold Level $3,100 |
| 2018 Individual Business Partner Membership ($475 value) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Access to IPMA Membership Directory | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Featured Description in Inspired Leadership | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Participation in Local Chapter Activities | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Participation in Select IPMA Committees | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Description of Offerings on IPMA Website | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Standard 10´ x 10´ Booth at Annual Conference* | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Full-Page Ad in Annual Conference Program Guide | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| One Breakout Session Sponsorship at Annual Conference** | Yes | Yes | ||
| Managerial Skills Seminar Co-Sponsorship at Annual Conference | Yes | |||
| Undiscounted Value of Benefits | $975 | $2,825 | $3,325 | $4,325 |
** Discounted 10´ x 20´ premium booth upgrades are also available.
** Additional sponsorships for conference sessions, meals, breaks, and events are also available to
** IPMA business partner members and organizations represented by an individual IPMA member.
CORPORATE BUSINESS PARTNER MEMBERSHIP: $1,600/YEAR USD
- Corporate business partners may designate a principal representative for the organization, and one representative for each of the organization's office locations is entitled to business partner benefits.
- Corporate business partners will be regularly featured on the IPMA website (with a logo on the home page, a description of their offerings, and a link to their home page), in the association's newsletter, and at IPMA events.
- Designated member representatives are entitled to register for IPMA events and local chapter meetings and events.
- Member representatives have member access to the IPMA website and online membership directory.
- Member organizations are entitled to member discounts on registration for IPMA events and exhibit space.
- Member representatives are eligible for appointment to select IPMA committees.
Apply Online - Corporate Business Partner Membership
INDIVIDUAL BUSINESS PARTNER MEMBERSHIP: $475/YEAR USD
- Individual business partner members may be either an individual service provider or a company/organization, but only one representative is entitled to business partner benefits.
- Individual business partner members will be featured at least once per year in the association's newsletter.
- Individual business partner members are entitled to register for IPMA events and local chapter meetings and events.
- Individual business partner members are eligible for appointment to select IPMA committees.
- Individual business partner members are entitled to member discounts on registration for IPMA events and exhibit space.
- Individual business partner members are listed on the IPMA website with a description of their offerings and a link to their home page.
Apply Online - Individual Business Partner Membership
The IPMA website makes joining and renewing easier than ever—you can even renew today, generate an invoice, and pay later (renewals are due by March 1). We have streamlined the membership renewal process, and we also ask that you review and update your membership profile. To join or renew your IPMA membership for 2018 online, log in to the new IPMA website at www.theipma.org, and click "Your Account" to review your member profile. Please review your profile information and make any necessary changes before proceeding with your membership renewal.
QUESTIONS?
Call IPMA headquarters at 404-467-6757 or email info@theipma.org for pricing on membership package upgrades.