named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual High School Mock Trial Tournament
Hosts a county-level mock trial competition for local high schools, co-sponsored by the New York State Bar Association and other legal entities, culminating in a Law Day Luncheon and advancement to regional and state competitions
Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
Organizes educational programs and events to support professional development of member attorneys
Lawyer Referral Service
Connects individuals seeking legal representation with member attorneys who specialize in relevant practice areas
Pro Bono Legal Services
Provides free legal assistance to eligible Saratoga County residents through member attorneys volunteering their services
Scholarship Program
Offers scholarships to law students, administered by the Law Day & Scholarship Committee
Veterans Legal Services
Provides legal support and services to veterans in Saratoga County through volunteer member attorneys
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Professional Ethics & Dispute Resolution 3 activities
- Advocates for legal ethics and professional standardsReceives and forwards complaints about lawyers to the Bar Association Grievance Committee or state professional standards office to uphold ethical practice and accountability.
- Operates fee dispute resolution programProvides a formal mechanism for resolving disagreements between clients and attorneys regarding legal fees, promoting fairness and trust in the legal profession.
- Provides professional support and assistance to legal practitionersOperates a Grievance Committee to review complaints and a Lawyer’s Assistance Committee to support attorneys’ well-being and professional conduct.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 3 activities
- Delivers pro bono legal services to eligible residentsProvides free legal assistance in civil and criminal matters to low-income and otherwise eligible residents of Saratoga County, focusing on access to justice for underserved populations.
- Provides attorney directory and lawyer referral servicesOffers an online directory of member attorneys organized by area of practice and operates a formal lawyer referral service to connect Saratoga County residents with qualified legal professionals.
- Supports access to justice through task forces and legal services committeesOperates an Access to Justice Task Force and a Veterans Legal Services Committee to coordinate legal support for underserved populations, including veterans and low-income individuals.
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Legal Education and Career Pipeline Programs 2 activities
- Organizes high school mock trial competitions and legal education programsHosts a four-round mock trial competition for high school teams, sponsors the Annual Statewide High School Mock Trial Tournament, and presents awards at a Law Day Luncheon to promote youth engagement with the legal system.
- Supports early-career attorneys through Young Lawyer’s CommitteeOperates a Young Lawyer’s Committee to engage, mentor, and support attorneys in the early stages of their legal careers.
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Legal Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
- Awards scholarships to law studentsProvides financial support to law students through a scholarship program administered by the Scholarship Committee, encouraging future legal professionals.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Distributes member newsletters and communicationsProduces and distributes PDF newsletters to members to share updates, events, and professional resources.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Facilitates professional legal networking and fellowshipHosts dinner meetings and an annual golf outing to foster connections among local attorneys and members of the judiciary, supporting professional camaraderie and collaboration.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Hosts annual Law Week and Law Day eventsOrganizes and hosts Law Week programs, forums, and a Law Day Luncheon to educate the public and recognize contributions to the legal community.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Manages membership engagement and communicationsOperates a Membership Committee and a Website & Social Media Committee to support member engagement and maintain the organization’s online presence and communication channels.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Presents annual Liberty Bell AwardRecognizes a community member annually with the Liberty Bell Award for contributions to advancing the legal system and promoting justice.
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Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
- Provides administrative support to membersOffers administrative and contact services to members through an executive coordinator based in Saratoga Springs, NY.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Provides continuing legal education opportunitiesOperates a Continuing Legal Education Committee to deliver professional development programs and training for attorneys, supporting ongoing competence and skill development.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$46K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$28K61%
Investment income$140%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$29K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$2K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$48K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$48K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +137.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 20
- ANN FLOWER E STITT — DIRECTOR
- BRUCE D STEVES — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER MILLS — DIRECTOR
- ELENA JAFFE TASTENSEN — DIRECTOR
- HON CHAD JEROME — DIRECTOR
- HON RICHARD MOLEA — DIRECTOR
- JOHN B CANNIE — DIRECTOR
- JUSTIN M GRASSI — DIRECTOR
- KAREN A HEGGEN — DIRECTOR
- KARL J SLEIGHT — DIRECTOR
- KATHLEEN A NIELSON — DIRECTOR
- KAYLA POTTER — DIRECTOR
- KYLE N KORDICH — DIRECTOR
- KYRAN D NIGRO — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW L CHIVERS — DIRECTOR
- MEGHAN A HORTON — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL BILLOK — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE M KULAK — DIRECTOR
- SCOTT M PETERSON — DIRECTOR
- STEPHANIE W FERRADINO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Adobe Partner — Provides free Adobe Acrobat Reader software used to access the membership application.
- Adobe Partner — Software provider for PDF accessibility.
- American Bar Association Network — Historically connected through the founding meeting held in Saratoga Springs in 1878 that led to the formation of the American Bar Association.
- Ballston Spa High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- Corinth High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- Galway High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- Law Office of Elena Jaffe Tastensen, PLLC Partner — Member law firm affiliated with the Saratoga County Bar Association.
- Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, Inc. Partner — Refers individuals seeking free legal services to this organization.
- New York State Bar Association Network — Serves as a local bar association with delegates representing members in the state bar structure.
- New York State Bar Association Network — Serves as a local bar association with representation through state bar delegates.
- New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Citizenship and Education Partner — Co-sponsors the Annual Statewide High School Mock Trial Tournament.
- New York State Committee on Professional Standards Government — Receives lawyer complaints forwarded by the Saratoga County Bar Association.
- New York State Education Department Government — Co-sponsors the Annual Statewide High School Mock Trial Tournament.
- Office of the Public Defender of Saratoga County Partner — Refers individuals seeking free legal services to this organization.
- Saratoga Springs High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- Schreiber Law Partner — Law firm associated with the Saratoga County Bar Association providing legal services in criminal defense and guardianship.
- Shenendehowa High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- South Glens Falls High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- Spa Catholic High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- Spring Hill School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
- The Arquette Law Firm, PLLC Partner — Law firm associated with Tammy J Arquette, providing legal services in family law and bankruptcy.
- The New York Bar Foundation Partner — Co-sponsors the Annual Statewide High School Mock Trial Tournament.
- Waterford Halfmoon High School Partner — Participating school in the Saratoga County Mock Trial competition.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Integrated Legal and Skills Education Modelmethodology: integrated_skills_developmentBy combining legal education with life skills development, the organization builds student proficiency in communication, reasoning, and career readiness, because integrating practical legal experiences with personal development deepens engagement and prepares youth for law-related fields.
- Professional Fellowship as a Mechanism for Justice Improvementmethodology: professional-fellowshipBy fostering professional fellowship among legal practitioners, the organization strengthens the legal community and enhances the administration of justice, because shared ethical standards and collaborative relationships improve both professional conduct and public service delivery.