Maryland State Bar Association Inc
- Assets
- $5.0m
- Revenue
- $4.8m
- Investments
- $2.0m
- Employees
- 30
- Location
- Baltimore, MD
- Founding
- 12/1966
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 52-0815403
Organization Overview
Maryland State Bar Association Inc is located in Baltimore, MD. The organization was established in 1966. 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. As of 06/2021, Maryland State Bar Association Inc employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Maryland State Bar Association Inc 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 06/2021, Maryland State Bar Association Inc generated $4.8m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.2m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (4.6%) 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
REPRESENT MARYLAND'S LAWYERS, PROVIDE MEMBER SERVICES & PROMOTE RESPECT FOR THE RULE OF LAW
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE ASSOCIATION PUBLISHES PRINT AND ELECTRONIC LAW JOURNALS. "THE BAR BULLETIN" IS THE ASSOCIATION'S MONTHLY PUBLICATION FEATURING TIMELY NEWS ON LEGAL TRENDS AND ISSUES, LEGISLATIVE AND JUDICIAL UPDATES, AND NEWS ON MSBA ACTIVITIES, EVENTS AND PROGRAMS, PUBLIC SERVICE AND PRO BONO PROJECTS."THE MARYLAND BAR JOURNAL" IS IS PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY AND EACH ISSUE IS DEVOTED TO A LEGAL THEME. THE JOURNAL KEEPS MEMBERS ABREAST OF LEGAL TRENDS AND INFORMED ABOUT UPDATES AND CHANGES IN THE LAW. "THE LAWYERS MANUAL" IS THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE LAWYER AND JUDGE DIRECTORY IN MARYLAND WHICH ALSO INCLUDES A COMPLETE DIRECTORY OF GOVERNMENT AGENCIES.THE ASSOCIATION OFFERS A SERIES OF TWENTY-FOUR EASY-TO-READ GUIDES DESIGNED TO INFORM THE PUBLIC ABOUT COMMON LEGAL PROBLEMS. "MSBA BAR BRIEF" IS THE ELECTRONIC MONTHLY NEWSLETTER KEEPING MEMBERS ABREAST OF THE LATEST ASSOCIATION NEWS AND ISSUES, CALENDAR OF EVENTS, MEETINGS, LAW PRACTICE TIPS, AND ALERTS ON BREAKING NEWS THAT MARYLAND ATTORNEYS NEED TO KNOW.
THE ASSOCIATION IS ORGANIZED IN SECTIONS, TO PROMOTE THE INTERESTS OF PARTICULAR SEGMENTS OF THE MEMBERSHIP. THE THIRTY SECTIONS KEEP THE MEMBERSHIP INFORMED OF LEGISLATIVE ISSUES AND NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN VARIOUS FIELDS. IN ADDITION TO NETWORKING AND MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES, SECTIONS OFFER TIMELY PUBLICATIONS, SERVICES, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, A COLLECTIVE VOICE TO IMPROVE THE PRACTICE OF LAW FOR MEMBERS AND THEIR CLIENTS.
THE ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL AND MID-YEAR MEETINGS OFFER AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXCHANGE IDEAS WITH COLLEAGUES AND SHARPEN THEIR SKILLS THROUGH INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS AND PRESENTATIONS BY PROMINENT MEMBERS OF THE PROFESSION. BECAUSE OF THE PANDEMIC THESE EVENTS DID NOT OCCUR IN FY 2020.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Victor L Velazquez Executive Director | Officer | 50 | $220,860 |
Anna S Sholl Dir Of Meetings And Bar Li | 45 | $148,700 | |
Renna Shah Exec. Dir. A2j | 45 | $132,118 | |
Richard Montgomery III Director Of Government Rel | 45 | $122,821 | |
Hon Mark F Scurti President | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Erek Barron Secretary | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $104,620 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $104,620 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,392,264 |
| Investment income | $43,402 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $224,628 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $62,280 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,827,194 |
| 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. | $653,271 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $892,417 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $48,829 |
| Other employee benefits | $229,830 |
| Payroll taxes | $133,549 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $273,154 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $119,850 |
| Fees for services: Other | $748,057 |
| Advertising and promotion | $51,022 |
| Office expenses | $77,398 |
| Information technology | $43,786 |
| Royalties | $1,660 |
| Occupancy | $108,502 |
| Travel | $15,555 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $125,527 |
| Interest | $30,085 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $24,031 |
| Insurance | $37,506 |
| All other expenses | $8,928 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,173,847 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,626,977 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $94,916 |
| 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 | $86,208 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $46,233 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $2,005,978 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $96,845 |
| Total assets | $4,957,157 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,701,208 |
| 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 | $1,831,727 |
| Total liabilities | $3,532,935 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,322,295 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $101,927 |
| 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 | $4,957,157 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Maryland State Bar Association Inc has awarded $90,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $65,000 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Maryland State Bar Association Inc has recieved totaling $6,093.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Foundation Of The Eastern Shore Inc Salisbury, MD PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $6,093 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
American Immigration Lawyers Association Washington, DC | $35,415,252 | $13,567,003 |
American Law Institute Philadelphia, PA | $89,963,474 | $17,652,767 |
Pennsylvania Bar Association Harrisburg, PA | $20,438,271 | $15,580,063 |
National Association Of Criminal Defense Lawyers Inc Washington, DC | $10,321,957 | $8,784,105 |
Public Justice Foundation Washington, DC | $17,587,243 | $9,549,497 |
Association Of Corporate Counsel Washington, DC | $9,585,774 | $6,892,301 |
National Sheriffs Association Alexandria, VA | $2,506,645 | $6,054,968 |
National Court Reporters Assn Reston, VA | $9,901,369 | $5,357,808 |
Philadelphia Lodge No 5 Fraternal Order Of Police Retiree Health Philadelphia, PA | $7,628,447 | $4,544,989 |
National Association Of College And University Attorneys Washington, DC | $12,444,017 | $5,234,478 |
Commission On Accreditation For Law Enforcement Agencies Inc Gainesville, VA | $11,972,321 | $4,641,271 |
American Tort Reform Association Washington, DC | $2,998,842 | $4,616,837 |