named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Fee Dispute Resolution Program
Provides a mechanism for resolving fee disputes between attorneys and clients in Suffolk County.
Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS)
Connects members of the public with qualified attorneys in Suffolk County based on their legal needs.
Pro Bono Reimbursement Fund
Reimburses member attorneys for certain case-related expenses incurred while providing pro bono legal services to low-income Suffolk County residents referred through Legal Services of Long Island’s Pro Bono Project.
Suffolk Academy of Law
Offers continuing legal education (MCLE) programs, certifications, and resources for attorneys to maintain professional competence.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 2 activities
- Operates Lawyer Referral and Information ServiceConnects individuals with legal assistance through a formal referral system, providing access to qualified attorneys in Suffolk County.
- Provides pro bono legal services with expense reimbursementSupports SCBA member attorneys who provide pro bono legal services to low-income Suffolk County residents by reimbursing case-related expenses; administers a dedicated fund for this purpose.
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Professional Ethics & Dispute Resolution 1 activity
- Administers fee dispute resolution programOperates a formal program to mediate and resolve fee disputes between attorneys and their clients, promoting trust and accountability in legal service delivery.
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Legal Profession Standards Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocates for legal reform and professional interestsRepresents the professional needs of lawyers, judges, paralegals, legal administrators, and law students while promoting reforms in the law, facilitating justice administration, and fostering professional fellowship among legal practitioners.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Manages membership categories and engagementOffers Active Membership to New York State Bar members residing in or working in Suffolk County, including judicial officers, and Sustaining Membership with an additional annual fee to support the Association’s general work.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Offers Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs and resourcesProvides live and on-demand CLE courses through the Suffolk Academy of Law, including an online portal for attendance certificates, a calendar of events, downloadable forms, and guidelines for program coordination.
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Legal Education and Career Pipeline Programs 1 activity
- Organizes high school mock trial competitionHosts an annual educational program that engages high school students in a simulated trial setting to promote interest in law and develop legal reasoning skills.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Publishes membership directory and resourcesMaintains and distributes a Membership Directory listing all members and includes judicial and legislative resources; offers both digital and printed versions for purchase.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution Standards & Accreditation 1 activity
- Supports legal professionals through assistance and development programsOffers a Lawyer Assistance Program for legal professionals and provides guidance on technology use, committee leadership, and operational best practices for members serving in organizational roles.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operates Suffolk Academy of Law officeMaintains a contactable office for the Suffolk Academy of Law with published phone, fax, and email information to support inquiries and operations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$871K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$757K87%
Investment income$19K2%
Other revenue$95K
expenses
Total expenses$807K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$335K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.44M
Cash$742K
Investments$188K
Liabilities$426K
Net assets$1.02M
Liquid reserves13.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +5.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cynthia Doerler | Executive Dir. | 35 | $110K |
board members · 21
- Amy Hsu — Director
- Ashley M Valla — Director
- Chad H Lennon — Director
- Cornell V Bouse — Past President
- Daniel Coysh — Director
- Daniel J Tambasco — Past President
- Daniel T Driscoll — Director
- Glenn Warmuth — Second VP
- Hon Eric Sachs — Director
- Hon John J Leo — President-Elect
- Jacquelyn L Mascetti — Director
- Jason Stern — Director
- Jessica StGermaine — Director
- Laurette Mulry — Director
- Patrick McCormick — President
- Peter Tamsen — Treasurer
- Richard Demaio — Director
- Richard Weinblatt — Secretary
- Robin S Abramowitz — First VP
- Vincent J Messina Jr — Past President
- Zachary D Dubey — Director
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- BSK Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- CMM LLP Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- CONA Elder Law Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- Chase Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- Curriculum Committee Partner — Collaborates with the Academy in reviewing and refining MCLE program proposals.
- Farrell Fritz Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- Hedayati Law Group Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- Legal Services of Long Island Partner — Partnership to assign pro bono clients to SCBA member attorneys and screen clients for eligibility.
- LexisNexis Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- Printing House Press Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- RGLZ Law Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- Suffolk Academy of Law Partner — Suffolk Academy of Law is an affiliate of the Suffolk County Bar Association providing legal education.
- Suffolk Academy of Law Partner — Suffolk County Bar Association operates the Suffolk Academy of Law as an affiliated educational program.
- Suffolk County Government — Geographic and professional affiliation with Suffolk County, New York, serving the legal community in that region.
- Suffolk County Bar Association Network — Member organization representing the legal profession in Suffolk County, NY
- Webster Bank Partner — CLE sponsor and partner organization.
- attorneys Partner — Primary users of the Membership Directory
- legal institutions Partner — Primary users of the Membership Directory
- legal resource facilities and agencies Partner — Primary users of the Membership Directory
- the courts Partner — Primary users of the Membership Directory
strategies · 3
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.
- Legal Professionalism as Institutional Reformmethodology: legal-professionalism-and-reformBy promoting ethical practice, legal reforms, and professional integrity, the Association strengthens the justice system because a more principled and unified legal profession improves public trust and judicial effectiveness.
- Practical Continuing Legal Educationmethodology: practical-skills-trainingBy delivering MCLE programs with actionable tools like checklists and templates through collaborative education models, the Association improves lawyer competence and adoption because practical, context-specific learning integrates more effectively into daily legal practice.
- Pro Bono Ecosystem Activationmethodology: pro_bono_community_serviceBy mobilizing member attorneys into pro bono service and partnering with legal aid organizations, the Association expands access to justice for underserved populations because coordinated professional engagement increases case coverage and aligns with established legal support systems.