Transportation Lawyers Association
- Assets
- $638.5k
- Revenue
- $470.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Overland Park, KS
- Founding
- 12/1996
- Data as of
- 07/2021
- EIN
- 48-1155773
Organization Overview
Transportation Lawyers Association is located in Overland Park, KS. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (I03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Transportation Lawyers Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 07/2021, Transportation Lawyers Association generated $470.2k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $383.3k during the year ending 07/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.9%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE TRANSPORTATION LAWYERS ASSOCIATION ("TLA") IS AN INDEPENDENT BAR ASSOCIATION COMPRISED OF IN-HOUSE, GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE PRACTICE ATTORNEYS. ITS MEMBERS ASSIST PROVIDERS AND COMMERCIAL USERS OF DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, IN ALL MODES. TLA IS DEDICATED TO KEEPING ITS MEMBERS AHEAD OF THE CONSTANT CHANGES IN THE SPECIALIZED LEGAL ENVIRONMENT GOVERNING ALL ASPECTS OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN AND PASSENGER TRAVEL. WITH COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE IN CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION AND A LONG TRADITION OF COLLEGIALITY AND EXCHANGE OF IDEAS, TLA IS A COLLABORATIVE RESOURCE FOR LAWYERS SEEKING TO MAXIMIZE THE QUALITY OF THE LEGAL SERVICES THEY PROVIDE AND ENHANCE THEIR PROFESSIONAL LIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ASSOCIATION HOLDS CONFERENCES EACH YEAR TO UNITE PERSONS IN THE FIELD OF TRANSPORTATION LAW AND TO DEVELOP PROGRAMS FOR PERSONS IN SUCH FIELD.
THE ASSOCIATION PRODUCES THE PUBLICATION "THE TRANSPORTATION LAWYER" TO UNITE, EDUCATE AND INFORM MEMBERS ON NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN THE AREA OF TRANSPORTATION LAW.
THE ASSOCIATION OFFERS ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTIONS (ADR) TO PROVIDE PROCESSES THAT HELP PARTIES RESOLVE DISPUTES WITHOUT A TRIAL. ADR SERVICES INCLUDE MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION. THE ASSOCIATION'S ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEERS TO PROVIDE THESE SERVICES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Christopher M Kelly First Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Katherine T Garber Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Jeffrey R Simmons Immediate Past President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Eric R Benton Second Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Steven M Canty President - Elect | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
John F Wilcox Jr President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Kellen Company Management Services | 7/30/19 | $173,304 |
Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Annual Meeting | 7/30/19 | $149,888 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $22,700 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $22,700 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $447,209 |
| Investment income | $266 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $470,175 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $158,821 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,175 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $2,260 |
| Information technology | $7,007 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $5,717 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $116,992 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,702 |
| All other expenses | $40 |
| Total functional expenses | $383,302 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $460,350 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $178,148 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $638,498 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $502,531 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $135,967 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $638,498 |
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